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Chewy Brown Sugar Cookies with Browned Butter

Soft and chewy brown sugar cookies made with browned butter for a rich caramel-like flavor and perfect texture.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar light or dark
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Method
 

Melt butter in a pan over medium heat and cook until browned and nutty, about 5–7 minutes. Let cool.
    Mix browned butter with brown sugar until smooth.
      Add egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
        In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt.
          Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined.
            Scoop dough into balls and place on a lined baking sheet.
              Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 9–11 minutes until edges are set and centers are soft.
                Let cool before serving.

                  Notes

                  Do not overbake—cookies should look soft when removed. Browning the butter adds flavor but must be cooled before mixing. Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.