Salted Brown Butter M&M Cookies
A rich and nutty twist on classic cookies, combining browned butter, M&Ms, and a hint of salt. Chilled dough ensures a chewy center with crispy edges, making these American treats irresistibly sweet and savory.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 10
- Total Time: 150
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Unsalted butter (½ cup, 1 stick)
Granulated sugar (1/4 cup, 1⅞ ounces)
Light brown sugar (2/3 cup, 5½ ounces)
X-large egg (1)
Vanilla extract (1 teaspoon)
All-purpose flour (1½ cups, 7 ounces)
Baking soda (½ teaspoon)
Salt (½ teaspoon)
M&Ms (1 cup)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C)
Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat until golden brown and fragrant, stirring frequently
In a bowl, mix granulated and brown sugars with browned butter until smooth
Whisk in egg and vanilla extract
Stir in flour, baking soda, and salt until a dough forms
Chill dough for 1 hour to firm up
Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on a baking sheet
Bake for 9-11 minutes until edges are golden
Sprinkle coarse sea salt over warm cookies
Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a rack
Notes
Chilling the dough is crucial for texture
Use vegan butter and flax egg (1 tbsp flaxseed meal + 3 tbsp water) for a vegetarian version
Adjust salt quantity to taste
Cookies keep in an airtight container for up to 2 days
Reduce M&Ms slightly if using heavy chocolate chips
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