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Savory Brown Butter Toffee Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe Easy Homemade Treat with Sea Salt

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These cookies feature a deep, nutty flavor from browned butter combined with crunchy toffee bits and a sprinkle of sea salt, creating a sophisticated twist on the classic chocolate chip cookie.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (227 g) unsalted butter, browned and cooled
  • 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed (110 g) brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 2 cups (240 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup (135 g) toffee bits (Heath or Skor recommended)
  • 1 cup (175 g) semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips
  • 1 teaspoon flaky sea salt, for sprinkling (optional but recommended)

Instructions

  1. Place 1 cup (227 g) unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir constantly as it melts and begins to foam, then watch for it to turn a deep golden brown with nutty aromas (about 5–7 minutes). Remove from heat and pour into a heatproof bowl to cool for 10 minutes.
  2. Once the browned butter has cooled slightly but still liquid, whisk in 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar and 1/2 cup (110 g) brown sugar until combined and slightly thickened.
  3. Beat in 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups (240 g) all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture just until combined — do not overmix.
  6. Gently stir in 3/4 cup (135 g) toffee bits and 1 cup (175 g) chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
  7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Scoop dough by rounded tablespoons onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart. Optionally, sprinkle each cookie with a pinch of flaky sea salt before baking.
  8. Bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are golden and centers look just set but still soft.
  9. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Watch the butter closely when browning to avoid burning. Cool browned butter before mixing to prevent scrambling the egg. Chill dough for 30 minutes if too soft or sticky to prevent spreading. Use a cookie scoop for uniform size. Flaky sea salt on top enhances flavor contrast.

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