Step-by-Step Instructions

• Brown the Butter: Melt 1 cup of unsalted butter over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
• Prepare the Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, combine 2 cups flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon salt.
• Mix Sugars with Brown Butter: In a large bowl, blend cooled brown butter, 1 cup brown sugar, and 1 cup granulated sugar until creamy.
• Add Eggs and Vanilla: Mix in 2 large eggs and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract until smooth.
• Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
• Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips evenly into the dough.
• Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) while preparing baking sheets.
• Scoop the Dough: Place dough portions onto parchment-lined baking sheets, spaced 2 inches apart.
• Bake the Cookies: Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden around edges but soft in the center.
• Cool the Cookies: Let cookies cool on baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.