Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies Irresistible Treat

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 3 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 large egg yolk
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 0.5 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
• to taste sea salt flakes for topping

Instructions

1. Start by browning the butter: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and continue to cook it, stirring constantly, until it turns a golden brown color and has a nutty aroma (about 5-7 minutes). Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar and granulated sugar. Pour in the brown butter and mix well until combined.
3. Add the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture and beat until light and fluffy.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
5. Gently fold in the chocolate chips and walnuts (if using) until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
6. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours for enhanced flavor).
7. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
8. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
9. Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt flakes on top of each cookie dough mound.
10. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers are still soft.
11. Remove from the oven and let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.