Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper
In a pan, melt butter over medium heat and cook for 5-7 minutes until light golden brown with a nutty aroma, then remove from heat and let cool completely
In a bowl, mix all purpose flour, baking soda, and salt, then set aside
In a separate bowl, combine browned butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar and mix well
Add vanilla bean paste and egg to the butter mixture and mix for 2-3 minutes until pale and smooth
Fold the dry ingredients into the wet batter until just combined, being careful not to overmix
Add chocolate chips and mix until just combined
Scoop 4 cookies onto the prepared baking sheet with space between each cookie, and top with additional chocolate chips if desired
Bake for 12 minutes or until golden and crispy at the edges with a gooey center
Allow to cool completely before serving
