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Crispy Miso Caramel Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

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These cookies feature lacy, crispy edges and a chewy center, created by browning butter and adding white miso paste for a complex savory-sweet umami flavor profile.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup light brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons white miso paste
  • 1 large egg plus 1 egg yolk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • Flaky sea salt (for sprinkling)

Instructions

  1. Brown the butter in a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat until it turns amber and smells nutty (5-7 minutes). Pour into a heatproof bowl and cool for 15-20 minutes until warm but not hot.
  2. To the cooled brown butter, add granulated sugar, light brown sugar, and white miso paste. Whisk vigorously for 2 minutes until smooth and emulsified.
  3. Add the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract. Whisk until the mixture is glossy and combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Pour the dry ingredients into the wet mixture and stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips.
  7. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes (or up to 24 hours).
  8. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  9. Scoop dough into 1.5 tablespoon balls, spacing them 2 inches apart on the baking sheets.
  10. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden brown and crispy, but centers look slightly soft.
  11. Immediately remove from oven and sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
  12. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for at least 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to set.

Notes

Ensure the brown butter is cooled to room temperature before adding eggs to prevent cooking them. Chilling the dough is essential for achieving the crispy texture. If using salted butter, reduce the added salt in the recipe. For gluten-free options, use a 1-to-1 gluten-free flour blend.

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Keywords: brown butter cookies, miso cookies, crispy chocolate chip cookies, umami dessert, white miso, caramel cookies, gourmet cookies

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