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Brownie Cookie Recipe

Soft and chewy brownie cookies made with melted chocolate and cocoa powder, with a few pantry staples and bakes in 10 minutes!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Chill Time30 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 27 cookies
Calories: 113kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter 1 stick
  • 4 oz semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate chopped
  • 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • Powdered sugar for dusting optional

Instructions

  • In a saucepan over low heat (or microwave in short bursts), melt the butter and chocolate together until smooth. Let cool for 5 minutes.
  • In a mixing bowl, beat eggs, granulated sugar, and brown sugar on high speed for about 3-4 minutes, until pale and slightly thickened. This step gives you that crackly top.
  • Slowly pour the cooled chocolate-butter mixture into the eggs while mixing on low. Add vanilla extract.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Add to wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Chill dough for 30-60 minutes (optional, but helps with shape and texture).
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Scoop 1.5-2 tbsp of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are set but centers are soft. They will firm up as they cool.
  • Let cookies cool on the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar, and enjoy!

Notes

How to Store

  • Room Temp: Keep your cookies in an airtight container on the counter for up to 3 days. If you stack them, slip parchment paper between each layer so they don't stick together.
  • Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
  • Freezer: Wrap cookies individually or stack with parchment between layers, then seal in a freezer-safe bag or container for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temp before serving.
  • Tip: These brownie cookies taste bomb warm, cold, or right off the counter. But I highly suggest popping them in the microwave for 10-15 seconds!

Nutrition

Serving: 1 cookie | Calories: 113kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 21mg | Sodium: 53mg | Potassium: 47mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 125IU | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 1mg