If you’re a cookie lover, this one’s going to be your new favorite. Brown Butter Chocolate Cookies are rich, gooey, and full of deep nutty flavor, thanks to the magic of browned butter. They’re soft in the center, lightly crisp on the edges, and packed with melty dark chocolate chunks in every bite.
These cookies feel indulgent but are super easy to make—perfect for your weekend bakes, sweet cravings, or even as homemade edible gifts.
Ingredients – Simple Pantry Staples with a Twist
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Unsalted Butter – 230 g
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Brown Sugar – 150 g
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Castor Sugar – 80 g
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Milk – 50 ml
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Vanilla Essence – 5 ml
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All-Purpose Flour – 300 g
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Cornstarch – 2 tbsp
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Baking Soda – ½ tsp
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Dark Chocolate (chopped) – 100 g (plus a little extra for topping, if you like)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Brown the Butter
Start by melting the butter in a pan over low heat. Keep stirring—it will bubble, foam, and eventually turn golden brown with a nutty aroma. Don’t rush this step; it adds a deep, toasty flavor to your cookies. Once browned, take it off the heat and let it cool slightly.
2. Mix in the Sugars
To the warm (but not hot) browned butter, add both brown sugar and castor sugar. Mix until everything is well blended and slightly glossy.
3. Add Wet Ingredients
Now stir in the milk and vanilla essence. This will help bind the dough and add a subtle warmth and aroma.
4. Combine Dry Ingredients
Sift together the flour, cornstarch, and baking soda. Slowly add this dry mix to the wet ingredients and stir until a soft dough forms.
5. Add Chocolate
Fold in the chopped dark chocolate. You can reserve a bit to press onto the top of each cookie ball before baking for that Instagram-worthy finish.
6. Chill the Dough
Cover and refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes. Chilling helps control the spread of the cookies while baking and intensifies the flavors.
7. Shape the Cookies
Scoop small portions of the dough and roll them into balls. Place them on a lined baking tray, leaving some space between each.
8. Bake
Bake in a preheated oven at 160°C (320°F) for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers still look soft.
9. Optional: Shape While Warm
Right after taking them out of the oven, use a small bowl or cookie cutter to gently swirl and round out the cookies while they’re still soft. This step is totally optional, but it gives your cookies that perfect café-style look!
Why You’ll Love These Cookies
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Rich, nutty flavor from the browned butter
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Super soft and gooey center with melty chocolate
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No fancy tools or mixers needed—just a bowl and spoon
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Ideal for make-ahead dough (freezes well!)
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Feels like a warm hug in every bite
Whether you’re baking for a cozy night in, impressing friends, or simply treating yourself—these Brown Butter Chocolate Cookies are pure joy.
Go ahead, pour yourself a glass of cold milk or a cup of coffee and enjoy a cookie (or three). They’re just that good!
