Experience the rich, nutty flavor of these Golden Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Bars, a delightful twist on traditional chocolate chip cookies. These bars feature a base made with browned butter, adding a depth of flavor that pairs beautifully with the sweetness of dark brown sugar and chocolate chips. The use of flaky sea salt as a finishing touch enhances the flavors and balances the sweetness, making each bite a perfect blend of salty and sweet. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, these bars are a surefire hit for any occasion.
Why You'll Love These Bars:
- Rich Brown Butter Flavor: Adds a gourmet touch with its nutty, caramel-like taste.
- Perfectly Balanced Sweetness: Dark brown sugar and semisweet chocolate chips create a deep, rich sweetness.
- Satisfying Texture: Chewy and dense, these bars are delightfully satisfying.
- Flaky Sea Salt Finish: Enhances the chocolate flavor and adds a sophisticated touch.
- Convenient and Crowd-Pleasing: Easy to make and perfect for sharing or gifting.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (110g) + 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup (100g) dark brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups (165g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 3/4 tsp kosher salt
- 1 cup (185g) semisweet chocolate chips, plus more for topping
- Flaky sea salt, for sprinkling
Instructions:
- Brown the Butter: Melt and brown 1/2 cup butter in a saucepan. Cool to exact 1/2 cup measurement with additional butter.
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: Blend browned butter with sugars, then add vanilla and egg.
- Form Dough: Gently mix in dry ingredients, then fold in chocolate chips.
- Bake: Spread dough in a lined 8x8 inch pan. Top with extra chocolate chips. Bake at 350°F for 25-30 minutes.
- Finish and Serve: Sprinkle with sea salt. Cool, slice, and enjoy!
Delight in these Golden Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Bars, a perfect treat for those who appreciate the nuanced flavor of browned butter paired with the classic taste of chocolate chips, all finished with a hint of sea salt. 🍫🧈🌊🍪