Get ready to elevate your baking game with the most irresistible treat that will make your taste buds dance with joy! These browned butter sugar cookie bars are not just another dessert - they're a magical combination of rich, nutty browned butter, sweet white chocolate, and a melt-in-your-mouth texture that will have everyone begging for your secret recipe. Imagine cutting into a perfectly golden, soft cookie bar topped with creamy white chocolate frosting - pure dessert heaven that's easier to make than traditional cookies and guaranteed to impress!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
Instructions
- Brown the butter: In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Continue cooking, stirring constantly, until butter turns golden brown and develops a nutty aroma, approximately 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool for 10 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing excess paper to hang over the sides for easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled browned butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Mix until well incorporated and slightly fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Fold in white chocolate chips.
- Spread the cookie dough evenly into the prepared baking pan, using a spatula to create a smooth surface.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Remove from oven and let cool completely in the pan, approximately 1 hour.
- For the frosting, whisk together powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Once bars are completely cooled, use the parchment paper to lift them out of the pan. Spread white chocolate frosting evenly over the top.
- Let frosting set for 15-20 minutes, then cut into bars. Serve and enjoy!
Tips
- Brown butter carefully: Watch the butter closely when browning to achieve a golden color without burning. The nutty aroma is your key indicator of perfect browning.
- Don't overmix the dough: Mix ingredients just until combined to ensure tender, soft cookie bars.
- Use room temperature eggs for better incorporation and smoother batter.
- Let the bars cool completely before frosting to prevent melting and ensure a clean, beautiful finish.
- For extra flavor, toast the white chocolate chips briefly in a dry skillet before adding to the dough.
- Line your pan with parchment paper for easy removal and clean cutting of bars.
- Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3-4 days for maximum freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 52g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 19g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 65mg
