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Decadent Brown Butter Oreo Cookies Recipe

Brown Butter Oreo Cookies

There's something truly special about the aroma of freshly baked cookies wafting through your home, isn't there? It brings back memories of warm kitchens and cozy gatherings. Today, I'm excited to share a recipe for Brown Butter Oreo Cookies that is not only easy to make but also incredibly memorable. These cookies are perfect for any occasion, whether you're hosting a get-together or just treating yourself!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup unsalted butter 2 sticks
  • 1 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup crushed Oreo cookies
  • 1 cup chocolate chips optional

Equipment

  • Medium Saucepan
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Wire rack

Method
 

  1. Step 1: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir frequently for about 5-7 minutes until it turns a deep golden brown and has a nutty aroma. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  2. Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, combine the brown butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Whisk until well combined.
  3. Step 3: Add the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  4. Step 4: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Step 5: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Step 6: Gently fold in the crushed Oreo cookies and chocolate chips (if using) until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
  7. Step 7: Cover the mixing bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes.
  8. Step 8: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  9. Step 9: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each cookie.
  10. Step 10: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are light golden brown.
  11. Step 11: Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  12. Step 12: Serve your delicious Brown Butter Oreo Cookies warm or store them in an airtight container for up to a week.

Notes

To keep your cookies fresh, store them in an airtight container at room temperature. They will stay good for up to a week, but I doubt they'll last that long!