Description
Love brownies and cookies? These quick easy brownie cookies are the best of both worlds rich gooey and simple to make! Perfect for parties dessert tables or easy baking ideas anytime. This healthy-ish sweet snack is freezer-friendly and beginner-approved!
Ingredients
- 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
- 1/4 cup butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Melt chocolate and butter in a saucepan over low heat, stirring until smooth. Let cool slightly.
- In a bowl, whisk eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla until light and thick.
- Slowly mix in the cooled chocolate mixture.
- In a separate bowl, whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Fold dry ingredients into the chocolate batter until just combined.
- Stir in chocolate chips if using.
- Scoop dough onto baking sheet and chill for 20 minutes.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes or until edges are set and tops are crackly.
- Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack.
Notes
- Chill dough to avoid flat cookies.
- Don’t overbake to keep the centers fudgy.
- Sprinkle sea salt on top before baking for extra flavor.
- Swirl in peanut butter or caramel for a twist.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American