Browned Butter Cookies Recipe

Indulge in the irresistible richness of these browned butter cookies! The secret? Perfectly browned butter creates a deep, nutty flavor that elevates these easy-to-make cookies to a whole new level. This recipe includes precise instructions for achieving the perfect brown butter, resulting in cookies that are crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside. Get ready to impress your friends and family with these unforgettable treats!

Prep Time 45 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 80.3 kcal
Protein 1g
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Ingredients for Browned Butter Cookies

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How to Make Browned Butter Cookies

  1. **Brown the Butter:** In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, melt 1 cup (2 sticks) of unsalted butter. Continue cooking, swirling frequently, until the butter foams, then subsides.
  2. **Deepen the Flavor:** Keep cooking and swirling, watching carefully. The butter will foam a second time, and then begin to turn a light golden brown. Continue cooking until the butter is a deep amber color with milk solids browned and fragrant. This should take about 5-7 minutes total. (Be careful not to burn!)
  3. **Cool the Butter:** Immediately remove from heat and pour into a heat-proof bowl. Allow to cool completely (approximately 30 minutes).
  4. **Preheat Oven:** Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  5. **Cream Together:** In a large mixing bowl, cream together the cooled browned butter, 1 cup granulated sugar, 1 large egg, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until well combined.
  6. **Incorporate Flour:** Gradually add 2 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. **Shape the Cookies:** Using clean hands, roll the dough into 1-inch balls.
  8. **Prepare for Baking:** Place the dough balls 2 inches apart onto ungreased baking sheets.
  9. **Flatten & Sugar:** Dip the tines of a fork into 1/4 cup of granulated sugar and flatten each cookie ball slightly by pressing down with the fork in a criss-cross pattern.
  10. **Bake to Perfection:** Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  11. **Cool & Enjoy:** Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 1-2 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

15g

Fat

14g

Carbs

2g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Browned Butter Cookies?

Browned Butter Cookies takes about 100 minutes from start to finish — roughly 45 minutes to prepare and 55 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Browned Butter Cookies?

Browned Butter Cookies has approximately 80.3 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 7 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Browned Butter Cookies?

The key ingredients for Browned Butter Cookies are Salted Butter, Sugar, Egg, Vanilla Extract, Flour, Colored Sugar Sprinkle. See the full list with measurements above.

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