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Savory Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies with Sea Salt Flakes

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These cookies combine the rich, nutty flavor of brown butter with melty chocolate chips and a crunchy burst of sea salt flakes, creating a perfect balance of sweet and savory in a soft, buttery treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, browned
  • ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup (165g) packed brown sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 ¼ cups (280g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1 ½ cups (270g) semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate chips
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt flakes, for sprinkling on top

Instructions

  1. Brown the butter: Place 1 cup unsalted butter in a heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat. Stir constantly until it melts, foams, and turns golden brown with a nutty aroma (about 5–7 minutes). Remove from heat and let cool slightly (about 5 minutes).
  2. Mix sugars and butter: In a large bowl, combine granulated sugar and brown sugar. Pour in the warm browned butter and blend until creamy and smooth using a mixer or whisk.
  3. Add egg and vanilla: Crack in the egg and add vanilla extract. Mix until fully incorporated.
  4. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and fine sea salt.
  5. Form the dough: Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed or folding gently with a spatula. Stop mixing once flour disappears.
  6. Fold in chocolate chips gently until evenly distributed.
  7. Chill the dough (optional): Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour to control spreading and intensify flavors.
  8. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  9. Scoop dough balls about 2 inches apart onto prepared sheets. Sprinkle sea salt flakes on top of each ball.
  10. Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden brown but centers remain soft.
  11. Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Chilling the dough is optional but recommended to control spreading and enhance flavor. Use sea salt flakes like Maldon or fleur de sel for best texture and flavor contrast. Watch the butter carefully when browning to avoid burning. Avoid overmixing the dough to keep cookies soft. Baking time may vary slightly depending on oven.

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