BROWNED BUTTER.

Why implementing this variation in your recipes can immensely elevate your baking.

Have you ever had a chocolate chip cookie with a warm, nutty flavor in each bite? Or perhaps your banana bread had a subtle toffee taste?

Chances are, these pastries were made with browned butter. Browning butter is a simple process that involves heating the butter until some of the water evaporates, developing a nutty flavor and darker color. Once browned, the butter can be brought to room temperature or chilled to a solid state. This easy enhancement intensifies the flavors of the dish it's incorporated into.

In addition to chocolate chip cookies and banana bread, other desserts that benefit from the addition of browned butter include coffee cake, buttercream, brownies, and cake.