Browned Butter Pecan Chocolate Chip Cookies
These cookies combine the rich, toasty flavor of browned butter with the satisfying crunch of pecans and melty chocolate, making them perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks)
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat and set aside.
- Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Continue cooking, stirring frequently, until foamy and browned lightly with a nutty aroma.
- Cool the browned butter slightly, then combine with brown sugar and granulated sugar in a mixing bowl, beating until smooth.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt in another bowl.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just incorporated.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and chopped pecans.
- Drop tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers look set. Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Watch the butter closely while browning to prevent burning. Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 247
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg