Does Browning Butter Actually Make Cookies Better? The Science (and What to Do When It Separates)

Does Browning Butter Actually Make Cookies Better? The Science (and What to Do When It Separates)

I get asked this question at least twice a week: “Margaret, does browning butter actually make cookies better, or is it just hype?” After fifteen years of recipe testing, I can tell you the answer isn’t a simple yes or no. Brown butter does something real and measurable to cookie flavor and texture. However, it … Read more