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Browned Butter Toffee Chocolate Chip Cookies

Irresistibly Chewy Browned Butter Toffee Chocolate Chip Cookies

These Browned Butter Toffee Chocolate Chip Cookies are chewy delights with a nutty flavor from browned butter and a delightful crunch from toffee bits.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Chilling Time 1 day
Total Time 1 day 29 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 sticks unsalted butter Browning enhances flavor.
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar Swap for coconut sugar for a lower glycemic option.
  • 1 cup dark brown sugar Substituting with light brown sugar yields a milder taste.
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Weigh accurately for perfect cookies.
  • 1 cup bread flour Increases chewiness.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Check freshness for optimal results.
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder Complements baking soda for even leavening.
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt Balances sweetness; adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder Optional, enhances chocolate flavor.
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Enhances flavor.
  • 10 ounces semisweet chocolate Chopped, recommended quality.
  • 1 cup homemade toffee bits Adds crunch and sweetness.
For the Finishing Touch
  • flaky sea salt Sprinkle on warm cookies for extra flavor.

Equipment

  • medium stainless steel sauté pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Cookie scoop
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • kitchen scale

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Brown the butter in a medium stainless steel sauté pan over medium heat for 5-8 minutes until golden brown.
  2. Mix granulated sugar and dark brown sugar into the cooled butter, stir to dissolve.
  3. Combine dry ingredients in a separate bowl; whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and espresso powder.
  4. Whisk eggs and vanilla into the cooled butter mixture, then combine with dry ingredients gently.
  5. Fold in chopped chocolate and toffee bits until evenly mixed.
  6. Chill the dough tightly wrapped in plastic wrap for 24-72 hours.
  7. Let dough soften at room temperature for 1 hour, preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare baking sheets.
  8. Scoop dough onto baking sheets, leaving space between cookies; freeze dough balls if not baking immediately.
  9. Bake cookies for 12-14 minutes until golden brown edges; centers may look underbaked.
  10. Sprinkle warm cookies with flaky sea salt and cool on wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chilling the dough enhances flavors and texture. Weigh ingredients for accuracy. High-quality chocolate elevates taste.

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