Brown Butter Chocolate Chunk Cookies
Deliciously chewy cookies infused with rich brown butter and loaded with semi-sweet chocolate chunks, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 12 Tbsp. unsalted butter, cut into pieces Provides moisture and richness
- 1 cup dark brown sugar, packed Adds sweetness and a caramel flavor
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar Offers sweetness and assists in browning
- 1 large egg, room temperature Binds ingredients and adds moisture
- 1 large egg yolk, room temperature Enhances richness and tenderness
- 2 Tbsp. whole milk Adds moisture and improves texture
- 1 Tbsp. pure vanilla extract Provides aromatic flavor
- 2 2/3 cups all purpose flour Gives structure and texture
- 1 tsp. salt Balances sweetness
- 1 tsp. baking soda Helps cookies rise
- 1/2 tsp. baking powder Aids in leavening
- 2 4 oz. bars semi sweet chocolate, chopped, divided Adds rich chocolate flavor and texture
- to taste quantity flaky sea salt, for finishing Adds a savory contrast to sweetness
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a glass bowl, add the cut pieces of unsalted butter. Gently brown the butter in the microwave or over low heat until it turns golden brown.
- Incorporate the dark brown sugar and granulated sugar into the slightly cooled brown butter using a hand mixer until creamy.
- Add the egg, egg yolk, milk, and vanilla extract to the mixture, beating until well combined.
- Sift the flour, salt, baking soda, and baking powder into the bowl and fold gently until just combined.
- Fold in 3/4 cup of the chocolate chunks ensuring even distribution.
- Scoop dough into balls and press each into the remaining chocolate chunks.
Baking
- Space the dough balls on the prepared baking sheets and bake for 10-11 minutes, until edges are light golden brown.
- Let the cookies rest on the baking sheet for 2-3 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
Notes
Chill the dough for 30 minutes for enhanced flavor. Make sure to not over-mix when adding dry ingredients to preserve a tender texture.