Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Continue cooking, swirling occasionally, until the butter turns a golden brown color and smells nutty. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the browned butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until well combined.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. If using, fold in the chocolate chips.
- Cover the dough and chill for at least 30 minutes. This helps the cookies spread less and develop a chewier texture.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between cookies.
- Bake for 9-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are still slightly soft. They will continue to cook as they cool.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For an even richer flavor, you can add a pinch of sea salt on top of the cookies before baking.