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Brown Butter Sourdough Discard Chocolate Chip Cookies

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  • Author: grace
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delightful blend of rich, nutty flavors enhanced by sourdough discard, these chocolate chip cookies are perfect for any gathering.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup sourdough discard
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Melt the butter over medium heat until it turns light brown.
  3. In a bowl, combine the brown butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar, stirring until smooth.
  4. Add the sourdough discard and vanilla extract, folding until blended.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  6. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  7. Fold in the chocolate chips evenly.
  8. Drop tablespoons of dough onto a prepared baking sheet, spaced 2 inches apart.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden and centers are slightly underbaked.
  10. Let cool on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

Make cookie dough a day ahead for enhanced flavor. Use an air fryer for quick baking.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 170
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg