Bourbon-Infused Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

Introduction

These bourbon brown butter chip cookies offer a rich twist on a classic favorite. With deep flavors from browned butter and a splash of bourbon, plus plenty of dark chocolate chips, they’re irresistibly delicious and perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

• 2 sticks unsalted butter
• 2 shots bourbon
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup white sugar
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 1 egg
• 1 egg yolk
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 to 3 cups dark chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2. Step 2: In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir frequently and watch carefully until the butter turns a golden brown color. Remove from heat immediately to prevent burning.
3. Step 3: Pour the bourbon into the browned butter and stir well. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.
4. Step 4: In a stand mixer, combine the cooled browned bourbon butter, brown sugar, white sugar, maple syrup, vanilla extract, egg, and egg yolk. Beat until smooth and creamy.
5. Step 5: Gradually add the flour in small amounts to the wet ingredients to avoid overflow. Then mix in the baking soda and salt until well combined.
6. Step 6: Fold in the dark chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.
7. Step 7: Scoop large balls of dough onto a lined baking sheet. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least one hour. For longer storage, you can freeze the dough at this point.
8. Step 8: Bake the cookies for about 12 minutes. They may look slightly underbaked but will firm up as they cool.
9. Step 9: Transfer cookies to a cooling rack to set before serving. Enjoy!

Tips & Variations

• For extra chocolate indulgence, increase the dark chocolate chips to 3 cups.
• If you prefer a nutty crunch, add chopped walnuts or pecans along with the chocolate chips.
• Chilling the dough overnight helps develop richer flavors and improves texture.

Storage

Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. You can also freeze baked cookies for up to 3 months; thaw at room temperature before enjoying. If freezing dough, bake directly from frozen—just add a few extra minutes to the baking time.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I omit the bourbon?

Yes, you can omit the bourbon and replace it with an equal amount of melted butter or milk for a non-alcoholic version. The bourbon adds depth but is not essential.

Why do the cookies look undercooked when I take them out of the oven?

These cookies set up as they cool, so a slightly soft and underbaked appearance right out of the oven is normal. This helps keep them chewy and moist.

Bourbon-Infused Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

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These Chip Cookies combine the rich flavors of browned bourbon butter with gooey dark chocolate chips, resulting in irresistibly soft and chewy cookies with a hint of warmth and depth. Perfectly browned butter enhances the taste, and chilling the dough ensures a delightful texture. A must-try for cookie lovers seeking a sophisticated twist on a classic treat.

• Author: liam
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 12 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 32 minutes
• Yield: About 24 cookies 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

• 2 sticks unsalted butter
• 2 shots bourbon
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup white sugar
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1 tbsp vanilla extract
• 1 egg
• 1 egg yolk

Dry Ingredients

• 2–1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp salt

Add-ins

• 2 to 3 cups dark chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the cookies.
2. Brown the Butter and Add Bourbon: In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt and brown two sticks of unsalted butter, stirring frequently until it turns golden brown and gives off a nutty aroma. Remove from heat promptly to avoid burning, then stir in two shots of bourbon. Allow this mixture to cool to room temperature.
3. Mix the Dough: In a stand mixer, combine the cooled browned bourbon butter with brown sugar, white sugar, maple syrup, vanilla extract, egg, and egg yolk. Beat until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy. Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the wet ingredients in small increments to prevent spillover. Once the flour is incorporated, mix in the baking soda and salt. Finally, fold in the dark chocolate chips thoroughly into the dough.
4. Chill the Dough: Scoop large balls of dough onto a lined baking sheet. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least one hour to firm up, which helps produce better texture and flavor. Alternatively, you may freeze the dough at this stage for later use.
5. Bake the Cookies: Bake the chilled dough balls in the preheated oven for approximately 12 minutes, or until the cookies appear just baked. They may seem slightly undercooked in the center, but they will firm up as they cool.
6. Cool and Serve: Transfer the cookies to a cooling rack and let them cool completely to set their shape and texture before enjoying your delicious bourbon chocolate chip cookies.

Notes

• Chilling the dough is crucial to allow the flavors to meld and achieve the perfect chewy texture.
• You can freeze the dough balls and bake them later for fresh cookies any time.
• Don’t worry if cookies look slightly underbaked when removed from the oven; they will continue to cook as they cool.
• Use good quality dark chocolate chips for the best flavor contrast with the bourbon butter.
• Store baked cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.

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