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Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

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These Best Ever Chocolate Chip Cookies feature a rich brown butter base combined with a mix of white, semisweet, and milk chocolate chips. The cookies have a delightful balance of crispy edges and soft, gooey centers, with an optional sprinkle of flaky sea salt to enhance the flavors. Perfectly simple preparation and an irresistible result make these cookies a timeless treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

Brown Butter Mixture

  • ½ cup unsalted European style brown butter
  • ½ cup + 2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 1⅓ cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt

Chocolate Chips

  • ⅓ cup white chocolate chips
  • ⅓ cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • ⅓ cup milk chocolate chips

Topping

  • Flaky sea salt for topping (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cream the Brown Butter and Sugars: In a mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted European style brown butter, packed light brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, ensuring proper incorporation of air for a tender cookie texture.
  2. Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the room temperature egg and pure vanilla extract to the creamed mixture. Mix until the batter is smooth and glossy, which helps in binding all ingredients together.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and fine sea salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet mixture while stirring gently until just combined—avoid overmixing to keep the cookies tender.
  4. Fold in Chocolate Chips: Carefully fold the white chocolate chips, semisweet chocolate chips, and milk chocolate chips into the dough, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout without breaking the chips.
  5. Chill and Prepare for Baking: Refrigerate the cookie dough for at least 30 minutes to firm up, which helps control spreading during baking. Meanwhile, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  6. Scoop and Bake: Scoop the chilled dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them evenly. Optionally, sprinkle the tops with flaky sea salt to enhance flavor. Bake for 9-12 minutes until the edges are golden brown and the centers remain soft and slightly underbaked for optimal chewiness.
  7. Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes to set, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. This ensures they finish baking without becoming overdone and maintain their perfect texture.

Notes

  • Using brown butter adds a rich, nutty flavor that elevates the classic chocolate chip cookie.
  • Chilling the dough is essential to prevent excessive spreading and to develop deeper flavors.
  • For extra texture contrast, flaky sea salt on top balances the sweetness beautifully but is optional.
  • Room temperature egg helps the dough emulsify better and ensures even baking.
  • Do not overbake; cookies should have golden edges and soft centers for the best texture.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature; they stay fresh for up to 5 days.

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