Brown Butter Bliss My Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe

Instructions:

1. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Continue cooking, swirling occasionally, until the butter turns a nutty brown color and has a fragrant aroma (about 5-8 minutes). Watch carefully to prevent burning! Pour browned butter into a heatproof bowl and let cool slightly (about 10-15 minutes).
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the slightly cooled browned butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Beat with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and egg yolk, followed by the vanilla extract, until well combined.
3. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
5. Fold in the chocolate chips or chunks until evenly distributed.
6. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. This helps prevent spreading during baking and enhances the flavor.
7. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line cookie sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
8. Use a cookie scoop or spoon to drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared cookie sheets, leaving some space between each cookie.
9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are still slightly soft.
10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.