Description
These Salted Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars are a delectable treat with a rich, nutty flavor from browned butter and a mix of milk and dark chocolate chips. Perfect for sharing at gatherings or simply enjoying at home, they are easy to make and sure to satisfy your sweet tooth!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter to be browned
- 1 ½ cups light brown sugar loosely packed
- 2 eggs lightly beaten
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- maldon flaked salt for topping
Instructions
- Melt the unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring frequently until golden brown and nutty, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar with the slightly cooled browned butter, whisking until smooth. Mix in the lightly beaten eggs and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually stir the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined; it's okay if there are a few lumps.
- Gently fold in the milk chocolate and dark chocolate chips using a spatula to ensure even distribution.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang, and lightly grease the parchment.
- Evenly spread the cookie bar batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
- Sprinkle Maldon flaked salt generously over the warm cookie bars for an enhanced flavor.
- Let the bars cool in the pan for about 15 minutes before lifting them out using the parchment overhang. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely, then slice into squares or rectangles.
Notes
Make sure to keep an eye on the butter while browning to avoid burning.
Try using different types of chocolate chips for varied flavor experiences.
The cookie bars can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg