Description
These Brownie Cookies combine the rich, fudgy decadence of brownies with the chewy, crisp-edged texture of cookies. With crackly tops and gooey centers, they’re a dream come true for any chocolate lover. Quick and easy to make, these bakery-style chocolate treats are perfect for bake sales, holidays, or late-night cravings.
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 6 oz semi-sweet or dark chocolate (bars or chips)
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup chocolate chips or chunks (optional but recommended)
Instructions
- Melt butter and chocolate together in a double boiler or microwave. Stir until smooth and set aside to cool slightly.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, brown sugar, and eggs for 2–3 minutes until pale and thick. Add vanilla extract.
- Stir in the melted chocolate mixture.
- Add cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix until just combined to form a thick, glossy batter.
- Fold in optional chocolate chips or chunks.
- Let the batter sit for 10 minutes to firm up slightly.
- Scoop dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing evenly.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10–12 minutes, until tops are crackly but centers are still soft.
- Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- For a gourmet touch, top each cookie with a pinch of flaky sea salt before baking.
- Add chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans for extra texture.
- These make great ice cream sandwich cookies when paired with vanilla or coffee ice cream.
- Be sure to let the batter rest so cookies don't spread too much during baking.
