Description
Chewy, nutty cookies with browned butter and oats, layered with rich semisweet chocolate chunks. A perfect balance of crisp edges and soft centers, made with pantry-friendly ingredients and a touch of flaky salt.
Ingredients
2 sticks (1 cup) salted butter
1¼ cup brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups old-fashioned oats
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon kosher salt
2 cups chocolate chunks (semisweet or dark)
Flaky sea salt (optional)
Instructions
Place butter in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown and nutty, about 3-4 minutes
Transfer to a heatproof bowl and let cool 5 minutes
Add brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract; stir until smooth
Mix in flour, oats, baking soda, and salt until well combined
Chill dough for 15-30 minutes (optional)
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
Scoop 2 tablespoons of dough, shape into balls
Place on baking sheet 2 inches apart
Tap cookies gently to flatten slightly
Bake 10-12 minutes until edges are golden
Cool on sheet for 1 minute, then transfer to wire rack
Sprinkle with flaky sea salt before serving
Notes
Use unsalted butter if preferred and add ¼ teaspoon extra salt
Chilling the dough improves texture and flavor
Substitute quick oats with rolled oats baked at 350°F for 10 minutes to mimic old-fashioned texture
Store in airtight container for up to 5 days
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 12
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 185
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg