Chocolate Brownie Cookies Recipe
If you love both brownies and cookies, this recipe is a perfect combination of the two—a fudgy chocolate brownie texture in a convenient cookie form! These Chocolate Brownie Cookies are rich, soft inside, and have that classic crinkly top that makes brownies so irresistible. Plus, they’re quick and easy to make.
Ingredients
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Melt Chocolate and Butter:
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and chocolate together in 30-second increments, stirring between each until smooth. Let it cool slightly.
Mix Eggs and Sugars:
In a large bowl, beat the eggs, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together with an electric mixer on high speed for 3-5 minutes until light and fluffy. This aeration is crucial for the cookie's texture and the crinkly top.
Combine Chocolate Mixture:
Slowly add the cooled chocolate mixture into the egg mixture and beat on medium speed until well combined.
Add Dry Ingredients:
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined. The dough will be thick and fudgy, like brownie batter.
Scoop Cookies:
Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, drop dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake:
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops have formed a crackly crust but the centers remain soft.
Cool and Serve:
Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. These cookies are best enjoyed warm but can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.
Tips for Perfect Cookies
Use good-quality chocolate for the best flavor.
Do not overmix once the dry ingredients are added to keep the cookies tender.
The mixing time of eggs and sugars is key to getting the signature crackled top.
Adjust baking time slightly if you prefer gooier centers or firmer edges.
Enjoy these chocolate brownie cookies as a quick treat or share them with friends and family for a delightful dessert!