– Brown butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat stirring constantly until the butter gets foamy and releases a nutty aroma (approx. 7 minutes).
– Once browned bits begin to form on the bottom, remove pan from the heat, pour butter into a heat-safe bowl and place in the freezer to chill for 10 minutes.
– Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line an 8x8 metal baking pan with parchment paper.
– In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together oats, flour, baking soda, and salt.
– In a separate bowl, beat chilled browned butter, brown sugar and granulated sugar with an electric mixer until light and creamy — approx. 3 minutes.
– Beat in egg, vanilla and milk.
– Stir dry ingredients into wet.
– Spoon cookie dough into baking pan then use your fingers to press into an even layer.
– Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until the edges turn golden and the center is set.
– Cool completely before adding peanut butter.