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Brown Butter Toffee Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Brown Butter Toffee Chocolate Chip Cookies are rich, bakery-style cookies featuring nutty browned butter, gooey chocolate chips, and crunchy toffee bits. With crisp edges and soft, chewy centers, these cookies deliver incredible depth of flavor in every bite.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup toffee bits

Instructions

  1. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Continue cooking, stirring frequently, until the butter turns golden brown and develops a nutty aroma, about 5–7 minutes.
  3. Remove from the heat and allow the browned butter to cool for 10 minutes.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the browned butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
  5. Add the eggs and vanilla extract and whisk until fully combined.
  6. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  7. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
  8. Fold in the chocolate chips and toffee bits.
  9. Cover and refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes.
  10. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  11. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  12. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie.
  13. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers appear slightly underbaked.
  14. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
  15. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Chilling the dough improves flavor and helps prevent excessive spreading.
  • Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top before baking for a sweet-salty finish.
  • The dough can be refrigerated for up to 48 hours before baking.
  • Freeze portioned cookie dough for up to 3 months for easy future baking.
  • Use dark chocolate chips for a richer flavor variation.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container with a slice of bread to help keep them soft.

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