Description

These effortless chocolate chip cookies utilize the aromatic power of browned butter and a hint of nutmeg to achieve a complex, bakery-style flavor without the wait of chilling dough. Perfect for sudden cravings, they feature crisp golden edges and a soft, fudgy center filled with dark chocolate pools.

Ingredients

113g (1/2 cup) unsalted butter
190g (approx. 1 1/2 cups) all-purpose flour
100g (1/2 cup packed) dark brown sugar
50g (1/4 cup) granulated sugar
1 large cold egg
1 large egg yolk
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
170g (1 cup) dark chocolate chips (60% cocoa)

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Instructions

Brown the butter in a saucepan over medium heat until it foams and develops golden-brown specks and a nutty aroma; transfer immediately to a bowl and cool for 20-30 minutes.
Whisk the dark brown sugar, granulated sugar, vanilla, and nutmeg into the cooled butter until the sugars begin to dissolve.
Add the cold whole egg and whisk vigorously until incorporated, then add the egg yolk and continue whisking until the mixture is smooth, glossy, and thickened.
Whisk in the baking soda and salt until fully combined.
Using a spatula, gently fold in the all-purpose flour until just a few streaks remain, then fold in the dark chocolate chips until no flour pockets are visible.
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and scoop the dough into 2-tablespoon portions (1.35-oz) onto parchment-lined baking sheets spaced 3 inches apart.
Bake for 9–11 minutes until the edges are golden but centers remain soft; cool on the sheet for 1 minute before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

To achieve those professional-looking pools of chocolate, reserve a handful of chips to press into the tops of the dough balls immediately before sliding them into the oven. Additionally, using a digital scale to measure your flour at exactly 190 grams is the most reliable way to ensure your cookies have the perfect balance of chew and spread.

Prep Time: 25 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American