Get ready to experience the ultimate cookie upgrade. These aren’t just any cookies; they are the most decadent, flavorful, and perfectly chewy Brown Butter Toffee Chocolate Chip Cookies you will ever bake. By browning the butter, we unlock a nutty, caramelized depth that transforms a classic cookie into a gourmet masterpiece. Paired with sweet toffee bits and rich chocolate chunks, every bite is an unforgettable experience. This recipe is meticulously crafted to ensure a perfect texture—crispy edges, a soft and chewy center, and pools of melted chocolate.
Fresh out of the oven and ready to devour. The aroma of brown butter is incredible!
Why You’ll Love These Brown Butter Toffee Chocolate Chip Cookies
If you’re looking for a cookie that truly stands out, this is the one. The magic is in the details. Browning the butter adds a layer of complexity that is simply irresistible. This recipe balances salty and sweet perfectly, creating a cookie that satisfies every craving. It’s the perfect treat for special occasions, holiday gatherings, or simply a cozy afternoon with a glass of milk. Plus, the dough can be made ahead of time, so you can have warm, freshly baked cookies whenever the mood strikes.
The Key Ingredients for Irresistible Flavor
While the list looks familiar, the quality and preparation of these ingredients are what make these Brown Butter Toffee Chocolate Chip Cookies exceptional. Here’s what you’ll need and why it matters:
Unsalted Butter: The star of the show! We’ll be browning it to create a nutty, rich flavor base.
Light Brown Sugar & Granulated Sugar: This combination provides the perfect balance of moisture, sweetness, and caramel notes, leading to a chewier cookie.
Eggs + An Extra Yolk: The additional egg yolk adds richness and fat, which is key to a tender, chewy texture.
All-Purpose Flour: The structural backbone of our cookies.
Cornstarch: A secret weapon for creating an incredibly soft and tender crumb.
Baking Soda: Provides the right amount of lift.
Salt: Essential for balancing the sweetness of the toffee and chocolate.
Chocolate Chunks or Chips: Use a high-quality semi-sweet or dark chocolate for the best flavor and melt.
Toffee Bits: These add a delightful crunch and buttery, caramelized flavor.
Look at that perfect texture! Chewy, gooey, and absolutely irresistible.
How to Make Brown Butter Toffee Chocolate Chip Cookies Step-by-Step
Following these steps carefully will guarantee bakery-quality results. The process is simple, but the techniques are what set this recipe apart from the rest. Let’s get baking!
Step 1: Brown the Butter
In a light-colored saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Continue to cook, swirling the pan occasionally. The butter will foam, then subside, and you’ll see golden-brown milk solids form at the bottom. It will smell intensely nutty and aromatic. Immediately pour the brown butter, including all the brown bits, into a heatproof bowl to stop the cooking process.
Step 2: Combine Wet Ingredients
To the bowl with the brown butter, add the brown sugar and granulated sugar. Whisk until well combined. Add the eggs and the extra egg yolk, one at a time, along with the vanilla extract. Whisk vigorously until the mixture is smooth and slightly lightened in color.
Step 3: Mix the Dry Ingredients and Combine
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed with a stand mixer or by hand with a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. Gently fold in the chocolate chunks and toffee bits.
Step 4: Chill the Dough (The Most Important Step!)
This step is non-negotiable for thick, chewy cookies. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight. Chilling solidifies the fat, which prevents the cookies from spreading too much, and it also allows the flavors to meld and deepen.
Step 5: Baking to Perfection
When you’re ready to bake, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper. Scoop the dough into 2-tablespoon-sized balls and place them a few inches apart on the prepared sheets. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are still soft. For a professional look, you can press a few extra chocolate chunks on top of the warm cookies right out of the oven.
Pro Tips for the Best Cookies Ever
Use a Cookie Scoop: This ensures all your cookies are uniform in size and bake evenly.
Don’t Overbake: The cookies will continue to bake on the hot pan after you remove them from the oven. Pulling them out when the centers are slightly underdone is the key to a soft and chewy texture.
Bang the Pan: For those desirable wrinkled edges and a fudgy center, try carefully banging the baking sheet on the counter a couple of times midway through baking. Check out our recipe for M&M Christmas Cookie Bars for another great pan-banging recipe.
Storing Your Cookies
These Brown Butter Toffee Chocolate Chip Cookies are best enjoyed fresh, but they can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. For longer storage, you can freeze the cookie dough balls. Simply place the scooped dough on a baking sheet, freeze until solid, then transfer to a zip-top bag. You can bake them straight from the freezer; just add 1-2 minutes to the baking time.
Browning butter cooks the milk solids, creating a deep, nutty, and caramelized flavor that regular melted butter doesn’t have. It adds a whole new layer of complexity and richness to the cookies, making them taste gourmet.
Yes, absolutely! Chilling the dough is crucial. It solidifies the fat, which prevents the cookies from spreading too much and becoming thin. It also allows the flour to hydrate and the flavors to meld, resulting in a deeper flavor and a chewier texture.
You can, but you will need to reduce the added salt in the recipe. As a general rule, reduce the added salt by 1/4 teaspoon per 1/2 cup of salted butter used. Unsalted butter is preferred because it gives you full control over the final saltiness.
For the best flavor and texture, use high-quality semi-sweet or dark chocolate chunks, as they create larger pockets of melted chocolate. For the toffee, look for plain toffee bits (like Heath Bits ‘O Brickle) without a chocolate coating to ensure the toffee flavor shines through.
The number one reason for flat cookies is butter that is too soft or dough that hasn’t been chilled. Chilling the dough for at least two hours is the best way to prevent spreading. Also, ensure your baking soda is fresh and you measure your flour correctly by spooning it into the measuring cup and leveling it.
We are absolutely certain you’ll fall in love with this Brown Butter Toffee Chocolate Chip Cookies recipe. It’s a game-changer that will have everyone asking for your secret. If you make them, please leave a comment below and share your masterpiece on Pinterest. We can’t wait to see your creations!
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Brown Butter Toffee Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
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Brown Butter Toffee Chocolate Chip Cookies: The Ultimate Recipe
The ultimate Brown Butter Toffee Chocolate Chip Cookies recipe! Nutty brown butter, sweet toffee, and rich chocolate combine for a perfectly chewy cookie with crispy edges. A truly decadent, gourmet treat that's easy to make.
In a light-colored saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Continue cooking, swirling the pan, until it foams and golden-brown solids form at the bottom and it smells nutty. Immediately pour into a large, heatproof bowl.
Add the brown sugar and granulated sugar to the hot brown butter and whisk until combined. Whisk in the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
Gently fold in the chocolate chunks and toffee bits.
Cover the bowl and chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or up to 48 hours.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Scoop dough into 2-tablespoon balls and place them 2-3 inches apart on the baking sheets. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are golden brown but the centers are still soft. Let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
Calories: 210kcalProtein: 2gFat: 11gFiber: 1g
Notes
For best results, do not skip chilling the dough. It's crucial for flavor development and preventing the cookies from spreading too thin. Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Keyword brown butter cookies,chewy chocolate chip cookies,toffee cookies
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