Description
Indulge in the irresistible delight of Browned Butter Toffee Chocolate Chip Cookies, a treat that combines a rich nutty aroma with the sweetness of toffee and chocolate. These cookies boast a perfect balance of chewy and crispy textures, making them an ideal choice for celebrations or a cozy night in. With straightforward preparation and make-ahead options, you can enjoy fresh-baked goodness whenever the craving strikes. Each bite is a delicious reminder of why homemade cookies are always special.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 sticks (227 grams) unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup (100 grams) granulated sugar
- 1 cup (200 grams) lightly packed dark brown sugar
- 1 1/2 cups (190 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (127 grams) bread flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder (optional)
- 2 large eggs plus 1 egg yolk (at room temperature)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
- 10 ounces (283 grams) semisweet chocolate (chopped)
- 1 cup homemade toffee bits (or Heath brand)
- Flaky sea salt (for finishing)
Instructions
- Brown the butter in a sauté pan over medium heat until it has a nutty aroma and golden color. Transfer to a bowl.
- Mix granulated and brown sugars into the hot butter; let cool.
- In another bowl, combine flours, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Whisk eggs and vanilla into the cooled butter-sugar mixture, then gradually add dry ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate and toffee bits; refrigerate dough for 24 to 72 hours.
- Preheat oven to 350ºF. Scoop dough onto parchment-lined baking sheets and bake for 12 to 14 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cookies cool on trays before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg