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Susan Brings Dessert

Classic cookies 🍪

Published about 2 months ago • 1 min read

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Happy baking!

Hello to the weekend and you, Reader.

As we head into Super Bowl weekend and Olympics watch parties, my big batch chocolate chip cookies with brown butter are a great treat to have on hand. 🍪

This recipe has been in rotation in my family for over a decade, and it's also the most-visited cookie on my site for more than a year! With rich flavor, melty chocolate chunks, and about 40 cookies in every batch, it’s no surprise they're a favorite.

Quick Highlights

  • You don’t need to chill the dough (cookies = faster!).
  • Brown butter adds a nutty depth that makes them extra cozy.
  • The yield means you’ll have plenty to share… or stash away in the freezer for later.

Plus, you can tailor them:

Want crunch? Add chopped pecans or almonds.

Love fruit? Fold in dried cranberries or raisins.

Fan of peanut butter? Swap in chopped Reese’s cups for some of the chocolate chunks.

Happy weekend, and happy baking,

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Susan Brings Dessert

Recipe developer, cake lover

👋🏻 Hello! I share delicious, easy-to-follow dessert recipes for the home baker. I also post baking tutorials and cake decorating tips. You may have also seen me on the Hallmark Channel’s Baked with Love! I competed in creative baking challenges and shared my love of impressive yet doable desserts that anyone can make.Follow along for new videos! 🍰

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