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Browned Butter Toffee Chocolate Chip Cookies

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 34 minutes
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 180
These rich cookies feature browned butter, toffee bits, and chocolate for a decadent treat with a perfect balance of flavors.

Ingredients

Butter

  • 227 grams unsalted butter (2 sticks)
  • 100 grams granulated sugar (1/2 cup)
  • 200 grams dark brown sugar (1 cup)
  • 190 grams all-purpose flour (1 1/2 cups)
  • 127 grams bread flour (1 cup)
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder (optional)
  • 2 large eggs (plus 1 yolk)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 283 grams semisweet chocolate (10 ounces, chopped)
  • 1 cup toffee bits (homemade or Heath brand)

Toppings

  • to taste flaky sea salt (for finishing)
  • 0.5 cup toasted chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
  • 0.5 cup chopped white chocolate (optional)
  • a few large chocolate chunks (to press into tops before baking)
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract (optional)

Instructions 

  • Melt the butter in a pan until golden and nutty, then cool.
  • Mix in sugars, then add eggs, yolk, and vanilla; cool the mixture.
  • Whisk dry ingredients separately, then fold into wet mixture.
  • Fold in chocolate and toffee bits, then chill for 24 hours.
  • Preheat oven, scoop dough, bake at 350°F for 12-14 minutes, then salt and cool.

Notes

Chilling the dough enhances flavor and texture. Feel free to customize toppings.
Calories: 180kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chocolate, cookies, toffee