Browned Butter Cookies with Caramel Frosting

November 09, 2013

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These cookies, like the brown sugar cookies, start with a brown sugar base. These cookies, however, have the browned butter in the actual cookie rather than the frosting. And there is no creaming process when making the cookie. The browned butter and the brown sugar truly are the star of the cookie, and the cookies could honestly be enjoyed plain with no frosting. But, what's the fun in that? So, to top off these deliciously moist and soft cookies, a caramel frosting is in order. Yes,

8 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 Cup packed brown sugar
1/4 Cup milk
1 Tsp vanilla
1 Egg
1 3/4 Cup all-purpose flour
1/2 Tsp baking soda
1/2 Tsp salt

For the frosting-
1 Stick unsalted butter
1 Cup packed brown sugar
1/4 Cup milk
1 Tsp vanilla
2 Cups powdered sugar

For the cookies- Preheat oven to 375. Line baking sheet with silicone baking mat, or spray with nonstick cooking spray and set aside. Place butter in a 2 quart saucepan and place over low-medium heat....
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Nutritions

Calories
250

Sodium
87mg
3% DV

Fat
11g
18% DV

Protein
1g
2% DV

Carbs
35g
11% DV

Fiber
0.7g
2% DV

Baked