Crispy Brown Butter Cardamom Cookies
These cookies feature crispy golden edges with tender, melt-in-your-mouth centers, enhanced by the nutty flavor of browned butter and the warm, exotic spice of cardamom. They are quick, easy, and perfect for a cozy treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup (50g) light brown sugar
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 3/4 cups (220g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Brown the butter: Place 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter in a heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat. Stir frequently as the butter melts, foams, and turns golden brown with nutty aromas. Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar, 1/4 cup (50g) light brown sugar, and the cooled brown butter. Add 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Stir until smooth and glossy.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift or whisk together 1 3/4 cups (220g) all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon ground cardamom, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
- Form the dough: Gradually add the dry mix to the wet ingredients, folding gently with a spatula until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Chill the dough (optional but recommended): Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up the dough.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Scoop and shape cookies: Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop dough balls spaced about 2 inches apart on the prepared sheet. Slightly flatten each ball with your fingers.
- Bake for 12-14 minutes until edges are golden brown and centers look set but soft. The tops will crack slightly.
- Cool: Let cookies sit on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Use a light-colored pan to brown butter to monitor color changes and prevent burning. Chill dough before baking to maintain tender centers. Rotate baking sheet halfway through if oven heats unevenly. Freshly ground cardamom is preferred but pre-ground works fine. Avoid overmixing dough to prevent tough cookies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 110
- Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 14
- Protein: 1
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