Rich Salted Brown Butter Cookies
Indulge in the rich, nutty flavor of salted brown butter cookies with this simple and rewarding recipe.
Equipment
- 1 saucepan
- 1 Mixing Bowl large
- 1 electric mixer
- 1 Baking Sheet lined with parchment paper
- 1 Wire Rack
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 1/4 cups brown sugar packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- Sea salt flakes for sprinkling
Instructions
Preparation
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir continuously until it turns golden brown and develops a nutty aroma. Remove from heat and let cool.
- In a large bowl, cream together the cooled brown butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Cover the dough with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Lightly sprinkle each cookie with sea salt flakes before baking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers are set.
Serving
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve with your favorite beverage.
Storage
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze in a sealed bag for up to 3 months.
Notes
Pro Tips: Chill the dough to control spreading and enhance flavor. Use quality vanilla extract for the best taste.
Ingredient Substitutions: Substitute half of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for a nuttier flavor.
How to Serve: Perfect with a glass of milk or paired with coffee.
Storage & Freshness: Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Make-Ahead Tips: Dough can be prepared and chilled up to 2 days in advance.
Ingredient Substitutions: Substitute half of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for a nuttier flavor.
How to Serve: Perfect with a glass of milk or paired with coffee.
Storage & Freshness: Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Make-Ahead Tips: Dough can be prepared and chilled up to 2 days in advance.