Welcome to a cookie lover’s paradise! Today, I’m sharing a recipe that I confidently claim as the best cookies I’ve ever made: Browned Butter Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies, dipped in luxurious dark chocolate à la Jacques Torres. These cookies are not just a treat; they’re an experience.

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Why You Will Love Browned Butter Cookies:

1. Rich Flavor: The combination of browned butter and peanut butter creates a depth of flavor that’s hard to resist.
2. Perfect Texture: Crispy edges with a slightly chewy center.
3. Luxurious Chocolate Dip: The dark chocolate dip adds a touch of elegance and extra deliciousness.
4. Versatile: Great for any occasion, from casual gatherings to special celebrations.

Variations & Substitutions

1. Chocolate Choices: Feel free to use different types of chocolate for dipping.
2. Nut Butter Alternatives: Substitute peanut butter with sunflower, almond, or cashew butter.
3. Flour Substitutes:
4. • Alternatives: If not restricted to a gluten-free diet, try using all-purpose flour or whole wheat flour for a different texture.
5. Spice It Up:
6. • Warm Spices: Incorporate spices like ground ginger, nutmeg, or cardamom for a warm, spicy note.
7. Citrus Zest:
8. • Freshness: Add lemon or orange zest to the dough for a refreshing citrus twist.
9. Toppings and Drizzles:
10. • Creative Toppings: Sprinkle sea salt, crushed nuts, or even toffee bits on top of the chocolate dip for added crunch and flavor.
    • Drizzles: Drizzle caramel or raspberry sauce over the chocolate-dipped part for an extra layer of flavor.
11. Vegan Alternatives:
12. • Vegan-Friendly: Substitute the butter with vegan butter and use egg substitutes to make these cookies vegan.

Browned Butter Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip CookiesPhoto byThe Salty Cooker

INGREDIENTS

• 2 ¼ cups 1.1 GF flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 3/4 cup light brown sugar packed
• 1/3 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup butter
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 3 tbsp creamy peanut butter
• 2 eggs
• 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips mix of dark & milk
• 2 cups dark chocolate for dipping

INSTRUCTIONS

• In a small stockpot over med/low heat, cook butter for about 10 minutes until light golden brown. Be cautious with dairy-free butter to avoid burning. Remove and let it cool partially.
• In a mixing bowl, combine sugars and butter. Mix for 3 minutes.
• Mix in eggs one at a time, followed by peanut butter, vanilla, and then the dry ingredients.
• Incorporate 1 ½ cups of chocolate chips and mix until combined. Allow the dough rest at room temperature for 30 minutes to let the ingredients set up.
• Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Line 3 cookie sheets with parchment paper.
• Scoop equal-sized cookies using a 2 tbsp ice cream scoop, leaving 2” of space. Bake for 9-11 minutes, until the edges are golden brown, and the inside is slightly sunken.
• Remove from the oven, let cookies sit on sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.
• Once cookies are cool, melt the dark chocolate.
• Using a spatula, spread the chocolate on the bottom of each cookie.
• Place dipped cookies on a parchment paper-lined sheet and refrigerate for 30 minutes to set.

Browned Butter Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip CookiesPhoto byThe Salty Cooker