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Brown Butter Dulce de Leche Cookie Cups

Brown Butter Dulce de Leche Cookie Cups are a delightful blend of rich flavors and textures, offering an irresistible treat that melts in your mouth. Each cookie cup features the nutty essence of brown butter, complemented by gooey dulce de leche, making them perfect for any occasion. Easy to make and visually stunning, these cookie cups will bring smiles to everyone at your next gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup dulce de leche

Instructions

  1. Brown the butter in a saucepan over medium heat until golden and fragrant (5-7 minutes). Let cool slightly.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine browned butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Beat in the egg until fully incorporated.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin.
  6. Scoop dough into muffin cups until halfway full. Create wells in each cup and fill with dulce de leche.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.

Nutrition

Keywords: - For added depth of flavor, consider mixing in dark chocolate chunks or a sprinkle of sea salt on top before baking. - These cookie cups can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or frozen for later enjoyment.