Description
Irresistibly crispy cookies infused with the nutty flavor of brown butter and rich chocolate chunks, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (for browning)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 cup chocolate chunks (semi-sweet or dark)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Brown the butter in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown and fragrant (5-7 minutes), then transfer to a mixing bowl to cool slightly.
- Add granulated sugar and brown sugar to the warm butter; whisk until fluffy, then stir in vanilla.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, and salt.
- Gradually incorporate the dry mixture into the butter mixture until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chunks until evenly distributed.
- Scoop tablespoons of dough, roll into balls, flatten slightly, and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Refrigerate the cookies for 30 minutes to help maintain shape during baking.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden and centers are soft.
- Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy your cookies with a cup of coffee or tea!
Notes
Make sure not to skip refrigerating the dough for the perfect cookie texture. Use high-quality chocolate for maximum flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: brown butter, shortbread, chocolate chunk, cookies, dessert, baking