I can’t get over how juicy fresh berries make classic chocolate chip cookies feel extra playful and perfect for summer. One bite is sweet, chocolatey, berry-studded magic that disappears fast.

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I’m obsessed with these Brown Butter Raspberry Chocolate Chip Cookies because they hit every craving I have in summer: rich, fruity, messy, and loaded with contrast. The browned unsalted butter brings that nutty, toasty edge I can’t stop thinking about, while fresh raspberries burst into little jammy pockets that cut through all the sweetness.

And those melty bits? Fully addictive.

I love how every bite feels a little different. Some chewy, some gooey, some tart and sweet.

Total cookie chaos. But somehow, it all works, and I keep reaching for one more again.

Ingredients

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Brown butter brings that nutty, toasty smell that makes the kitchen feel dangerous.
All purpose flour gives the cookies structure, so they’re soft but not floppy.
Cornstarch helps keep the centers tender, like bakery cookies that actually behave.
Baking soda adds lift and helps those golden, chewy edges show up.
Fine sea salt keeps the sweetness in check, because cookies need balance too.
Granulated sugar gives crisp edges, which you’ll absolutely notice on the first bite.
Brown sugar adds chew, moisture, and that cozy caramel thing everyone loves.
Eggs hold everything together and make the dough rich without being heavy.
Vanilla rounds it all out, basically making the chocolate taste more chocolatey.
Semi sweet chips bring melty pockets, plus just enough bittersweet bite.
Fresh raspberries add juicy tart pops, and yeah, they’re a little messy.
Flaky sea salt on top makes each bite taste brighter and more snacky.

Ingredient Quantities

All purpose flour, 2 1/4 cups (280 g)

Cornstarch, 1 tablespoon

Baking soda, 1 teaspoon

Fine sea salt, 1/2 teaspoon

Unsalted butter, 1 cup (2 sticks, 227 g), browned and cooled

Granulated sugar, 3/4 cup (150 g)

Light brown sugar, packed, 3/4 cup (150 g)

Large eggs, 2

Pure vanilla extract, 1 1/2 teaspoons

Semi sweet chocolate chips, 1 1/2 to 2 cups (250 to 340 g)

Fresh raspberries, 1 cup (about 120 g), gently rinsed

Flaky sea salt for sprinkling, about 1/4 teaspoon

How to Make this

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1. Preheat oven to 350 F (175 C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.

2. In a medium bowl whisk together all purpose flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and fine sea salt.

3. In a large bowl combine browned and cooled unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar; beat or whisk until smooth and slightly glossy.

4. Add the large eggs one at a time, mixing until incorporated, then stir in the pure vanilla extract.

5. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.

6. Gently fold in 1 1/2 cups semi sweet chocolate chips and most of the fresh raspberries, taking care not to crush the berries. Reserve a few chocolate chips and a few raspberries for topping.

7. Scoop dough into roughly 2 tablespoon to 3 tablespoon mounds on the prepared sheets, spacing cookies about 2 inches apart; press a few reserved chocolate chips and raspberries onto the tops.

8. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until edges are golden and centers look set but still soft. Rotate pans halfway through baking if needed.

9. Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle each cookie with a pinch of flaky sea salt. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.

10. Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool completely. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Equipment Needed

1. Oven and baking sheets lined with parchment paper or silicone mats
2. Medium and large mixing bowls
3. Whisk and rubber spatula
4. Electric hand mixer or sturdy wooden spoon
5. Measuring cups and spoons and a kitchen scale for accuracy
6. Cookie scoop or two tablespoon measuring spoon
7. Cooling rack
8. Small baking spatula or offset spatula for transferring cookies

FAQ

Q: How do I brown the butter without burning it? A: Melt butter in a light colored saucepan over medium heat, swirl frequently as foam forms and then small brown flecks appear. Remove from heat as soon as it smells nutty and the milk solids are golden. Pour into a bowl to cool so it does not keep cooking in the hot pan.

Q: Will fresh raspberries make the cookies soggy and how can I prevent that? A: Raspberries are delicate and release juice. Gently fold them in at the very end and use a spatula. You can also briefly freeze the raspberries, or toss them in a teaspoon of flour to help absorb excess moisture.

Q: Can I use frozen raspberries or freeze the finished dough? A: Yes. Use frozen raspberries straight from the freezer and fold in gently to limit bleeding. Cookie dough freezes well: scoop into balls and freeze on a tray, then transfer to a bag. Bake from frozen, adding 1 to 2 minutes to the bake time.

Q: How should I store baked cookies and how long do they keep? A: Cool completely, then store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze baked cookies for up to 3 months. If stored at room temperature, place a sheet of parchment between layers to protect the raspberries.

Q: Can I swap semi sweet chocolate chips for another chocolate? A: Yes. Dark chocolate adds intensity, milk chocolate gives more sweetness, and chopped chocolate creates uneven pockets of melt. Adjust amount to taste but keep total chocolate weight similar to the recipe.

Q: What size should I make the cookie dough balls and how long do they bake? A: Use about 2 tablespoons of dough per cookie for a standard cookie. Bake on a lined sheet at 350 F for 10 to 12 minutes until edges are set and centers look slightly soft. Let cool on the sheet for 5 minutes to finish setting.

Brown Butter Raspberry Chocolate Chip Cookies. Recipe Substitutions and Variations

All purpose flour: use a 1-to-1 gluten free baking blend in equal measure (look for one that contains xanthan gum) for a gluten free cookie.
Unsalted butter, browned and cooled: use browned ghee or browned vegan butter in the same weight for equivalent nutty flavor and texture.
Large eggs: use 2 flax eggs (2 tablespoons ground flaxseed mixed with 6 tablespoons water, let sit 5 minutes) for an egg-free option, though cookies will be slightly denser.
Fresh raspberries: use 1 cup frozen raspberries, thawed and drained, or 3 tablespoons freeze-dried raspberry powder for concentrated flavor without extra moisture.

Pro Tips

1. Chill the dough for 20 to 30 minutes if it feels very soft. Chilling firms it up so the cookies spread less and hold the raspberries without flattening them too much.

2. When folding in raspberries, use a large spoon and lift gently so you do not crush them. If a few berries break, scoop those out and save for eating, otherwise they will bleed into the dough and make it soggy.

3. Brown the butter slowly and cool it until just warm, not hot. That preserves structure in the dough while keeping all the nutty flavor. Strain out any large dark bits if you prefer a cleaner look.

4. Press reserved chocolate chips and raspberries onto the tops right before baking, and bake until centers are just set. That way you get pretty, intact fruit on top and a soft, slightly gooey interior. Sprinkle flaky salt immediately after they come out of the oven for best contrast.

Brown Butter Raspberry Chocolate Chip Cookies. Recipe

Recipe by Samantha Dalling

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I can’t get over how juicy fresh berries make classic chocolate chip cookies feel extra playful and perfect for summer. One bite is sweet, chocolatey, berry-studded magic that disappears fast.

Servings

servings

Calories

233

kcal

Equipment: 1. Oven and baking sheets lined with parchment paper or silicone mats
2. Medium and large mixing bowls
3. Whisk and rubber spatula
4. Electric hand mixer or sturdy wooden spoon
5. Measuring cups and spoons and a kitchen scale for accuracy
6. Cookie scoop or two tablespoon measuring spoon
7. Cooling rack
8. Small baking spatula or offset spatula for transferring cookies

Ingredients

All purpose flour, 2 1/4 cups (280 g)
Cornstarch, 1 tablespoon
Baking soda, 1 teaspoon
Fine sea salt, 1/2 teaspoon
Unsalted butter, 1 cup (2 sticks, 227 g), browned and cooled
Granulated sugar, 3/4 cup (150 g)
Light brown sugar, packed, 3/4 cup (150 g)
Large eggs, 2
Pure vanilla extract, 1 1/2 teaspoons
Semi sweet chocolate chips, 1 1/2 to 2 cups (250 to 340 g)
Fresh raspberries, 1 cup (about 120 g), gently rinsed
Flaky sea salt for sprinkling, about 1/4 teaspoon

Directions

Preheat oven to 350 F (175 C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
In a medium bowl whisk together all purpose flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and fine sea salt.
In a large bowl combine browned and cooled unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar; beat or whisk until smooth and slightly glossy.
Add the large eggs one at a time, mixing until incorporated, then stir in the pure vanilla extract.
Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
Gently fold in 1 1/2 cups semi sweet chocolate chips and most of the fresh raspberries, taking care not to crush the berries. Reserve a few chocolate chips and a few raspberries for topping.
Scoop dough into roughly 2 tablespoon to 3 tablespoon mounds on the prepared sheets, spacing cookies about 2 inches apart; press a few reserved chocolate chips and raspberries onto the tops.
Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until edges are golden and centers look set but still soft. Rotate pans halfway through baking if needed.
Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle each cookie with a pinch of flaky sea salt. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool completely. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Notes

Below you’ll find my best estimate of this recipe’s nutrition facts. Treat the numbers as a guide rather than a rule—great food should nourish both body and spirit. Figures are approximate, and the website owner assumes no liability for any inaccuracies in this recipe.