Servings: 24 cookies
Calories: 120kcal
Equipment
- light-colored saucepan
- Mixing Bowls
- Baking sheets
- parchment paper
- spatula
- Wire rack
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter essential for achieving that rich, nutty flavor
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar adds sweetness and helps create a nice texture
- 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar enhances the depth of flavor while keeping the cookies moist
- 2 large eggs binds the ingredients together
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract infuses warmth and aroma
For the Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour provides the base for the cookies
- 1 teaspoon baking soda helps the cookies rise
- 1/2 teaspoon salt balances sweetness and enhances flavors
For the Mix-Ins
- 1 cup toffee bits adds delightful crunch and caramel flavor
Optional Topping
- flaky sea salt sprinkle on top for sweet and salty contrast
Instructions
How to Make Brown Butter Toffee Cookies
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Melt the unsalted butter in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring until it turns amber and nutty, about 5-8 minutes.
- Pour the brown butter into a heat-proof bowl and cool for 10-15 minutes.
- Combine both sugars with the cooled brown butter and beat on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Incorporate the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, followed by the vanilla extract.
- Whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl.
- Blend the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients gradually, mixing on low speed until just combined.
- Fold in the toffee bits gently until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 9-12 minutes until edges are golden brown and centers are slightly soft.
- Cool on baking sheets for 5-10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Optional: Sprinkle with additional flaky sea salt before serving.
Notes
To achieve the perfect brown butter, use a light-colored saucepan and monitor its color change. Chill the dough to improve the cookies' structure and flavor during baking.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cookie | Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1.5g | Cholesterol: 25mg | Sodium: 75mg | Potassium: 60mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 0.5mg
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