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Browned Butter Toffee Chocolate Chip Cookies

Browned Butter Toffee Chocolate Chip Cookies You'll Crave

These Browned Butter Toffee Chocolate Chip Cookies are irresistibly soft and chewy, featuring a nutty aroma from browned butter and a delightful crunch from toffee bits.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Chilling Time 1 day
Total Time 1 day 44 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 sticks Unsalted Butter Adds richness and flavor; browning enhances its nutty taste.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetness; can be reduced or swapped with coconut sugar for a twist.
  • 1 cup Dark Brown Sugar Provides depth of flavor and moisture, contributing to chewiness.
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Forms the cookie structure; substitute with whole wheat flour for a denser cookie.
  • 1 cup Bread Flour Adds chewiness; substitute with a total of 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour if needed.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Helps cookies rise; ensure freshness for best results.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Powder Gives additional lift; don’t substitute with baking soda.
  • 1 teaspoon Fine Sea Salt Balances sweetness; enhances overall flavors; avoid coarse salt as a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Instant Espresso Powder Deepens chocolate flavor without a coffee taste.
  • 2 large eggs Eggs Contributes moisture and structure; room temperature helps with mixing.
  • 1 yolk Egg Yolk Room temperature.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Infuses aromatic sweetness into the dough.
For the Mix-Ins
  • 10 ounces Semisweet Chocolate Chopped; melts beautifully; choose high-quality bars for maximum flavor.
  • 1 cup Homemade Toffee Bits Adds crunchy sweetness; substitute with chopped nuts if preferred.
  • Flaky Sea Salt For finishing; complements the cookie by adding a pop of contrasting flavor.

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • large bowl
  • separate bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Cookie scoop
  • Baking sheets
  • parchment paper
  • Plastic wrap
  • Wire racks

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Brown the Butter: Melt 2 sticks of unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Cook until golden brown and nutty, about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from heat and cool to room temperature.
  2. Combine Sugars: In a large bowl, combine cooled browned butter with ½ cup granulated sugar and 1 cup dark brown sugar. Whisk until creamy, about 2 minutes.
  3. Whisk Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 cup bread flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, ½ teaspoon baking powder, and 1 teaspoon fine sea salt.
  4. Mix Wet Ingredients: Add 2 large eggs and 1 egg yolk to the butter and sugar mixture along with 2 teaspoons of vanilla. Whisk until smooth.
  5. Combine Mixtures: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Fold in 10 ounces of chopped semisweet chocolate and 1 cup of toffee bits.
  6. Chill Dough: Wrap the dough tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 24 to 72 hours.
  7. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment.
  8. Shape Cookies: Portion the dough into balls using a 3-tablespoon scoop and place them on the sheets, spacing 2 inches apart.
  9. Bake: Bake for 12 to 14 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges but still soft in the center.
  10. Finish: Sprinkle flaky sea salt before removing from the oven and let them cool on the sheets for five minutes before transferring to wire racks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, chill the dough for 24 to 72 hours and use high-quality ingredients.

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