Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 cup firmly packed brown sugar
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1 large egg yolk (room temperature)
- 2 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a heavy-bottomed saucepan until it darkens slightly and develops a nutty aroma. Let it cool to room temperature.
- In a small bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and sea salt; set aside.
- Beat the cooled butter with brown and granulated sugars using an electric mixer until fluffy.
- Add the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
- Gradually stir in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least one hour (up to 72 hours for enhanced flavor).
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Portion dough into balls and place them two inches apart on prepared sheets. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until golden brown on edges.
- Let cookies rest briefly before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg