Best 4 Brown Butter Toffee Cookies Recipes

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Prepare to embark on a delightful culinary journey with our comprehensive guide to baking the ultimate brown butter toffee cookies. These cookies are a symphony of flavors, combining the richness of brown butter with the irresistible sweetness of toffee chips. With their enticing golden-brown hue and a texture that strikes the perfect balance between crisp and chewy, these cookies are guaranteed to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. Get ready to satisfy your sweet tooth as we unveil the secrets behind creating these delectable treats, providing you with step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and variations to suit every palate.

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BROWN BUTTER COOKIES



Brown Butter Cookies image

Using butter (NOT margarine) is essential for the success of this rich, but highly addictive cookie! You may need as little as 3 cups confectioners' sugar for the icing; just stop adding it when you've reached the desired consistency.

Provided by Heather Walker

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Drop Cookie Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 60

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups butter
2 cups brown sugar
2 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
3 cups all-purpose flour
⅔ cup chopped pecans
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 ½ cups confectioners' sugar
½ cup hot water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat butter over medium heat for 5 minutes or so, until it turns nut brown in color. The foaming and bubbling is part of the browning process, but watch it carefully so that you don't burn the butter. Remove from heat, and cool slightly. Reserve 1/2 cup of the butter for the frosting.
  • Pour remaining browned butter into a large mixing bowl. Beat browned butter with brown sugar until the butter is no longer hot. Mix in eggs, 2 teaspoons vanilla, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Beat thoroughly. Mix in flour and chopped pecans. Drop tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets.
  • Bake for 10 minutes in the preheated oven, or until light brown around the edges. Cool.
  • In a medium bowl, mix the reserved 1/2 cup browned butter with 2 teaspoons vanilla, confectioners' sugar, and hot water. Beat until smooth, and use to frost cooled cookies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143.7 calories, Carbohydrate 19.2 g, Cholesterol 22.5 mg, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 92.6 mg, Sugar 14.1 g

BROWN-BUTTER TOFFEE SANDWICH COOKIES



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These crisp butter cookies incorporate blitzed toffee in place of some of the sugar and butter for a rich caramel flavor. To really amplify that almond-toffee essence, the cookies are topped with sliced almonds, and a nutty brown-butter icing is sandwiched in between. Be sure to roll the cookies very thin (about the thickness of two stacked pennies) so they stay crisp and light. The sturdy sandwiches have a long shelf life, making them ideal for shipping.

Provided by Sohla El-Waylly

Categories     cookies and bars, dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 36 sandwich cookies

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 cups/226 grams English toffee bits without chocolate (such as Heath Bits O' Brickle)
1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon/112 grams granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (Diamond Crystal)
3 tablespoons/42 grams unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 large egg, white and yolk separated, at room temperature
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 3/4 cups/224 grams all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
1/3 cup/40 grams sliced almonds
12 tablespoons/170 grams unsalted butter, cut into pieces
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt (Diamond Crystal)
2 cups/240 grams confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Make the cookies: In a food processor, process the toffee bits, sugar, baking soda and salt until the toffee is mostly ground and the mixture is sandy, about 1 minute.
  • Transfer the toffee mixture to the bowl of a stand mixer (or a large bowl if using a hand mixer). Add butter, egg white and vanilla. Mix together with the paddle attachment on medium until creamy and fluffy, stopping once to scrape the bowl and paddle, about 2 minutes. Add flour, and mix on medium-low until the mixture comes together into a soft dough, about 30 seconds.
  • Divide the dough in half. Pat each half into a disk. (If the dough is very soft, wrap and chill in the fridge for 15 minutes before proceeding.) Line three sheet trays with parchment paper.
  • Dust the counter and dough with flour. Working with one piece of dough at a time, use a rolling pin to roll the dough out until just under ⅛-inch thick (the thickness of two stacked pennies), turning the dough frequently to ensure it moves freely on the counter and dusting with more flour as needed. Each sheet of dough will be about the size of a standard sheet of paper.
  • Using a 2-inch round cookie cutter dusted in flour, cut out cookies from one sheet of dough. Using an offset spatula, transfer rounds to a prepared sheet tray, leaving about ½ inch of space between cookies.
  • Repeat with the remaining sheet of dough. Gather and knead together any scraps, reroll and repeat until all the dough has been rolled out for a total of 72 cookies. Freeze on sheet trays for at least 30 minutes before baking. (Alternatively, once the cookies have firmly frozen, stack them between parchment in a freezer-safe container or zipper-lock bag for up to 3 months.)
  • Set racks in the upper and lower thirds of the oven and heat oven to 350 degrees. Whisk together the egg yolk with 1 tablespoon of water and evenly brush on the tops of half of the chilled cookies. Sprinkle the yolk-brushed cookies with almonds, pressing gently to adhere. Bake the first two trays of cookies until deeply browned like a pretzel, switching the sheet trays from top to bottom and rotating from front to back halfway through, 10 to 14 minutes. Repeat with the third and final batch. Let cookies cool completely on sheet trays.
  • Once the cookies are cool, make the icing: Set a piping bag in a tall and narrow container, like a deli quart container, and fold over the top edge to secure. Flip over the cookies without almonds. (You need to pipe the icing onto the cookies immediately after mixing, so make sure you are set up.)
  • In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt butter until foamy, about 3 minutes. Continue cooking butter, stirring and scraping frequently with a stiff silicone spatula, until the sputtering has subsided and the butter solids look deeply browned, 3 to 5 minutes. Scrape the butter and any brown bits into the bowl of a stand mixer (or into a large bowl if mixing by hand).
  • Stir in the vanilla and salt. Sift over the powdered sugar. With the paddle attachment, mix on low until creamy and combined, about 1 minute, stopping once during mixing to scrape the bowl and the paddle. (You can also mix with a stiff silicone spatula until creamy and combined.)
  • Transfer the icing to the piping bag and cut a 1-inch wide opening at the tip. Pipe a scant tablespoon of filling onto a flipped cookie and immediately top with an almond-topped cookie. Gently press to adhere so that the filling reaches the edges of the cookie. Repeat with remaining cookies and icing. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 month.

BROWN BUTTER TOFFEE CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES RECIPE BY TASTY



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The ultimate chocolate chip cookie indulgence, bolstered by chunks of homemade toffee, brown butter, and large pockets of chocolate.

Provided by Alvin Zhou

Categories     Desserts

Yield 9 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 16

6 tablespoons unsalted butter
¾ cup light brown sugar, lightly packed
1 teaspoon kosher salt
water, as needed
1 cup unsalted butter
4 ice cubes
¾ cup granulated sugar
1 ½ cups dark brown sugar, packed
2 teaspoons espresso powder
2 teaspoons kosher salt
½ teaspoon baking soda
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 ½ cups all purpose flour
6 oz cacao chocolate, 50-70% cacao, chopped
flaky sea salt, for sprinkling

Steps:

  • Make the toffee: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a medium nonstick saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter, brown sugar, and salt, stirring until evenly incorporated. If there are grainy lumps or if the fat starts to separate, add a couple splashes of water and stir vigorously to emulsify. Continue to cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture reaches 290°F (143°C), about 10-15 minutes.
  • Pour the toffee onto the prepared baking sheet and spread out slightly with a spatula. Freeze until ready to use, about 30 minutes.
  • Make the cookie dough: Add the butter to a medium nonstick saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the butter turns dark brown and smells nutty. Watch carefully so the butter does not burn. Remove the pot from the heat.
  • Add an ice cube to the butter and slowly let it melt. It may froth and bubble. Add the remaining 3 ice cubes and gently stir until melted.
  • In a large bowl, combine the granulated and brown sugar, espresso powder, salt, and baking soda.
  • Pour the brown butter into the sugar mixture and mix until combined. Don't worry if it looks separated.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs and vanilla. Pour into the sugar and butter mixture and whisk until glossy and smooth.
  • Add the flour and fold with a rubber spatula to incorporate until the dough has no visible flour streaks.
  • Remove the toffee from the freezer (it should be a frozen disc) and break it into chunks that will fit inside a gallon zip-top bag. Double bag the toffee and seal both bags. With a rolling pin, break the toffee into small pieces.
  • Fold the crushed toffee and chopped chocolate into the dough until evenly distributed.
  • Using a large ice cream scoop or a ½ cup (65 g) measure, scoop the dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Wrap the baking sheet in plastic wrap, but leave a small opening at the corner of the tray. Let the dough rest in the refrigerator for at least 36 hours. This will allow the flavor to develop and the dough to dry out a little as it rests, which will result in less spread when it bakes.
  • When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Line 2 baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Arrange the cookies on the baking sheets, leaving at least 2 inches (5 cm) of space between the cookies and away from the edges of the pan.
  • Bake until the cookies are golden brown with crispy edges, but are still slightly soft in the center, 18-20 minutes.
  • Immediately sprinkle the cookies with flaky sea salt. then let cool completely. The cookies will be very soft at first but will set after they are fully cooled.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 609 calories, Carbohydrate 74 grams, Fat 31 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 8 grams, Sugar 38 grams

BUTTER TOFFEE COOKIES



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Make and share this Butter Toffee Cookies recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Amber 505

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 22m

Yield 24 cookies, 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup salted butter
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2 eggs
2 cups toffee pieces (home-made butter toffee or store-bought bits)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Sift together flour and baking soda.
  • Cream together butter, sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla.
  • Add eggs one at a time.
  • Add toffee pieces to mixture.
  • Mix creamed mixture and dry mixture together.
  • Use rounded tablespoon to measure dough.
  • Place dough at least 2 inches apart on baking sheet.
  • Bake for 10 to 12 minutes.
  • *If you have time to chill the dough before baking, do so! You will have cookies that are crisp on the outside and chewy on the inside.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139.1, Fat 4.4, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 25.7, Sodium 94.4, Carbohydrate 23, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 13, Protein 1.9

Tips:

  • Embrace quality ingredients: For the best results, opt for premium butter, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and all-purpose flour.
  • Achieve the perfect brown butter: Cook the butter over medium heat until it turns a rich golden brown color and emits a nutty aroma. This step adds a luscious flavor dimension to the cookies.
  • Chill the cookie dough: Chilling the dough for at least two hours (or overnight) allows the flavors to meld and results in a more structured cookie that holds its shape better during baking.
  • Bake to golden perfection: Bake the cookies until the edges are golden brown and the centers are just set. Overbaking can lead to dry, crumbly cookies.
  • Elevate with additional mix-ins: Feel free to customize your cookies by adding your favorite mix-ins like chopped nuts, dried fruits, or even a sprinkle of sea salt for a delightful contrast.
  • Store for optimal freshness: Keep the baked cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Alternatively, freeze the cookies for longer storage and warm them up when ready to indulge.
  • Conclusion:

    Embarking on this culinary journey, you'll discover the magic of brown butter toffee cookies. The combination of browned butter, rich chocolate, and a hint of toffee creates a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. With careful attention to detail and a sprinkle of creativity, you'll create delectable treats that are perfect for sharing with loved ones or savoring as a personal indulgence. So, don your apron, gather your ingredients, and embark on this sweet adventure!

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