Description
These decadent cookies use browned butter and a secret touch of sour cream to achieve a professional bakery-style texture that remains soft for days. This heritage-inspired recipe balances traditional deep flavors with modern techniques for the ultimate chocolate chip treat.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Flaky sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and cook, swirling occasionally, until it reaches a rich amber color and nutty aroma; pour into a large mixing bowl.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, salt, and baking soda.
- In the bowl with the browned butter, whisk in the light brown sugar and granulated sugar for one minute, then add the vanilla extract.
- Whisk in the room temperature eggs one at a time, followed by the sour cream until fully incorporated.
- Using a rubber spatula, gently fold the dry flour mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined, then fold in the chocolate chips.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes.
- Scoop the dough into 3-tablespoon balls onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, then cover and refrigerate for an additional 2 hours.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and bake the cookies for 11 minutes; let cool on the pan for 20 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
For the best results, ensure your eggs and sour cream are truly at room temperature to prevent the browned butter from seizing during mixing. If you prefer a cleaner aesthetic, press a few extra chocolate chips onto the tops of the dough balls immediately after removing them from the oven.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 11 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American