Brownie Cookies are a heavenly combination of rich, fudgy brownies and chewy cookies. Perfect for satisfying any chocolate craving, these cookies are sure to impress.
Brownie Cookies
Why These Brownie Cookies Are the Best
- Rich Chocolate Flavor: The cookies are packed with a deep, rich chocolate flavor that is both indulgent and satisfying.
- Fudgy Texture: The cookies have a fudgy, brownie-like interior with a slightly crisp exterior.
- Crackled Surface: The cookies have a beautiful, crackled surface that adds to their visual appeal.
- Easy to Make: This recipe is straightforward and can be made with simple ingredients you likely have in your pantry.
Perfect for Any Occasion
Whether you’re hosting a party, looking for a sweet treat, or craving something chocolatey, Brownie Cookies are the perfect choice. The combination of rich chocolate and a fudgy texture makes them a crowd-pleaser that everyone will enjoy.
Ingredient Notes
- Unsalted Butter: Adds richness and moisture to the cookies, helping to achieve a fudgy texture.
- Dark Chocolate, chopped: Melts into the batter, creating an intense chocolate flavor that’s key for brownie-like richness.
- Granulated Sugar & Light Brown Sugar: The blend of sugars adds structure and chewiness, with brown sugar enhancing the cookies’ moistness.
- Large Eggs: Bind the ingredients and help give the cookies their soft, brownie-like texture.
- Vanilla Extract & Coffee Extract (optional): Vanilla balances the sweetness, while a hint of coffee extract deepens the chocolate flavor.
- All-Purpose Flour: Provides structure while keeping the cookies tender and soft.
- Unsweetened Cocoa Powder: Boosts the chocolate intensity, making the cookies extra rich.
- Baking Powder: Adds a touch of lift, helping the cookies achieve a slightly crackled surface.
- Salt: Balances the sweetness and enhances the chocolate flavor.
Tips for Making the Best Brownie Cookies
- Chill the Dough: It’s important to chill the dough. The cookie dough is initially loose, like thick brownie batter. Chilling it makes it firm and easy to shape into cookie dough balls.
- Use Good Dark Chocolate: Opt for quality dark chocolate; Dove candy bars work well because they are smooth and creamy.
- Avoid Burning the Chocolate: When melting the chocolate, be cautious not to scorch it. Use short intervals (10 seconds) in the microwave, stirring after each interval.
- Long Mixing Time: Despite the extra effort, beating the dough for about 5 minutes on medium speed gives the cookies a nice texture by incorporating air.
- Do a Test Cookie: Since ovens vary, do a couple of test cookies to find the best baking time. You want them fudgy inside but not overly soft. For reference, 12 minutes works well in some ovens.
- Change it Up: Get creative with variations! Swirl peanut butter or Nutella into the melted chocolate. For a mint chocolate version, use mint extract and mint chocolate. You can also add colorful sprinkles, flaky sea salt, crushed peanuts, chocolate chips, toffee pieces, or M&M’s for different textures.
FAQs
- Chocolate Choice: You can use semisweet chocolate chips or any chocolate you prefer – milk, sweet, bittersweet, or white chocolate. Dark chocolate is recommended in this recipe.
- Gluten-Free Option: Yes, you can make them gluten-free by using your favorite gluten-free flour.
- Coffee Extract Substitute: Espresso powder works well as a substitute. Try 1-2 teaspoons.
Serving Suggestions
- With a Glass of Milk: A cold glass of milk complements the rich chocolate flavor perfectly.
- With Whipped Cream: Serve with a dollop of whipped cream for extra indulgence.
- With Fresh Fruit: Pair with fresh strawberries or raspberries for a refreshing contrast.
- With Ice Cream: Enjoy with a scoop of vanilla or chocolate ice cream for an extra indulgent treat.
- With a Sprinkle of Sea Salt: Sprinkle with a touch of sea salt for a perfect sweet-salty balance.
A Must Try
There’s nothing quite like the taste of homemade Brownie Cookies. This dish is the perfect way to treat yourself or your loved ones to something special. Rich, fudgy, and packed with chocolate flavor, they’re sure to become a favorite in your home.
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Brownie Cookies
Whether you’re hosting a party, looking for a sweet treat, or craving something chocolatey, Brownie Cookies are the perfect choice. The combination of rich chocolate and a fudgy texture makes them a crowd-pleaser that everyone will enjoy.
Ingredients
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter
- 6 oz dark chocolate chopped
- 1/2 cup granulated white sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/8 tsp coffee extract optional
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Put 6 tablespoons of unsalted butter and 6 ounces of dark chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl.
- Microwave and stir in short 20-second bursts until the chocolate is completely melted (around 60 seconds in my microwave). Let it cool.
- In a large bowl, combine ½ cup granulated sugar, ½ cup packed light brown sugar, 2 large eggs, ½ teaspoon vanilla extract, and ⅛ teaspoon coffee extract (optional).
- Use a hand mixer on medium speed to mix for 5 minutes (set a timer) until the mixture becomes pale, light, and airy.
- Mix in the melted butter-chocolate mixture. Set aside.
- Mix together ¾ cup all-purpose flour, ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, ½ teaspoon baking powder, and ¼ teaspoon salt in a medium-sized bowl.
- Stir the flour mixture into the wet mixture (the dough will be loose).
- Refrigerate for 20 minutes until the dough is chilled and firm enough to shape into balls.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- Use a standard 2-tablespoon cookie scoop to form balls from the dough and place them two inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 14-16 minutes (adjust as needed).
- Allow the cookies to sit on the pans for 2-3 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Store the cooled cookies in an airtight container.
Notes
How to Store Brownie Cookies: Since brownie cookies can be sticky when stacked, store them in an airtight container with parchment paper between layers to maintain their texture.
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Brownie Cookies