Brown Butter Toffee Cookies
Experience the irresistible allure of Brown Butter Toffee Cookies, where chewy texture meets the rich, nutty flavor of browned butter and the delightful crunch of toffee bits. These cookies transform simple ingredients into an extraordinary treat that will leave your taste buds dancing. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are sure to become a favorite in your baking repertoire.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks)
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup toffee bits
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Brown the butter in a saucepan over medium heat until golden and nutty, stirring frequently.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine browned butter with both sugars using an electric mixer until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Beat in eggs one at a time with vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to wet ingredients on low speed until just combined.
- Gently fold in the toffee bits.
- Scoop dough onto parchment-lined baking sheets and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Cool slightly before transferring to wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider adding chocolate chips or nuts. Sprinkle sea salt on top before baking for a savory twist. Chill dough for 30 minutes before baking to maintain thicker cookie shapes.