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In a small pan, warm up the butter on low until it bubbles gently. Once the hiss dies down and the milk bits turn golden (1-2 minutes), take it off the heat. Stay close to avoid burning it.
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Pour the browned butter into a sturdy mixing bowl to cool off. Add both kinds of sugar and whisk until blended. Stir in the egg and a dash of vanilla.
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Sift the flour along with the baking soda into your batter. Give it a stir and throw ⅓ cup chocolate chips in. Mix lightly until combined.
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Cut your croissants into halves. Take 2 tablespoons of dough, flatten it, and pop it into the middle of each croissant half. Press some chocolate chips on before sealing it. Smear another 2 tablespoons of dough on top of each croissant and stick more chips on top for extra flair.
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Fire up the oven to about 175°C (350°F). Get the crookies arranged nicely on a baking tray, then bake for 12 minutes or until golden brown. Let them sit for 2-5 minutes on the tray, then cool them on wire racks. Finish with a light sprinkle of sea salt, if you’re into that.