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Brown Butter Shortbread Cookies

  • Author: Mia
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Bite sized shortbread made with browned butter for a deep, flavorful twist.


Ingredients

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  • 1 stick + 2 tablespoons (141 grams) unsalted butter, browned
  • 2 cups (240 grams) all-purpose flour
  • 1/8 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup (213 grams) dark brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • flakey sea salt

Instructions

  1. In a small skillet, brown the butter. Let cool to room temperature
  2. Preheat the oven to 325°F.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and baking soda. Set aside.
  4. Once the butter has cooled, cream it with the brown sugar until slightly lighter in color.
  5. Add the vanilla and mix until combined.
  6. Combine the wet and dry mixtures. Mix until just combined.
  7. Form 1 inch dough balls and place on a pan at least 2 inches apart. Flatten the tops just slightly with your hand or the bottom of a drinking glass. 
  8. Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top of each cookie and bake for 12-15 minutes until the cookies have spread just slightly and look dry to the touch. Let cool for 5-10 minutes.

Keywords: Brown Butter, Cookies, Shortbread