Description
Indulge in these decadent Charleston Chewies, featuring a rich brown butter flavor that elevates this classic treat to pure bliss.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking pan.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat until it turns golden brown and has a nutty aroma.
- In a large bowl, combine the brown sugar and browned butter, mixing well.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract, stirring until fully incorporated.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking pan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before cutting into squares and serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use dark brown sugar instead of light brown sugar.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- These can be frozen for up to three months; just thaw before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg