Name: Brownie Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 27 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 170g dark chocolate chips; 115g unsalted butter; 100g granulated sugar; 50g brown sugar; 2 large eggs; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 65g all-purpose flour; 20g cocoa powder; 1/2 tsp baking powder; 1/4 tsp salt

If you’ve ever found yourself torn between a rich, fudgy brownie and a chewy cookie, these Brownie Cookies are the best of both worlds. With crackly tops and soft, dense centers, they deliver all the indulgence of brownies in the neat, hand-held format of cookies.

The texture is everything: gooey chocolate centers, chewy edges, and just the right amount of crisp on top. Perfect for when you’re craving something deeply chocolatey but want the ease and portability of a cookie.

Why You’ll Love This Brownie Cookies Recipe

These brownie cookies are rich, satisfying, and so easy to make. They don’t require any chill time, so you can go from mixing bowl to oven in minutes. Whether you need a quick dessert for guests, something to pack in lunchboxes, or just a late-night chocolate fix, this recipe checks every box.

They also freeze beautifully, so you can always have a stash ready for emergencies (because yes, chocolate emergencies are real).

It’s all about the texture and flavor. A good brownie cookie should have that signature glossy, crackled top like a brownie, while still holding its shape like a cookie. You want intense chocolate flavor, which means real melted chocolate and quality cocoa powder are key.

Avoid overbaking to maintain that gooey center—they’ll firm up slightly as they cool, just like brownies do.

Ingredients for the Brownie Cookies

The beauty of this recipe is that it uses everyday ingredients, but each plays a crucial role in creating that perfect brownie-cookie hybrid.

Dark chocolate chips bring that intense chocolate base that gives the cookies their richness.

Unsalted butter adds moisture and depth, helping create that fudgy texture we love.

Granulated sugar gives sweetness and helps form that classic crackly top.

Brown sugar adds a hint of molasses flavor and extra chewiness.

Eggs bind everything together and help with that glossy finish.

Vanilla extract brings out the depth of the chocolate.

All-purpose flour gives structure to the cookies without making them cakey.

Cocoa powder deepens the chocolate flavor even more—don’t skip it.

Baking powder gives a slight lift without turning them into cake.

Salt balances out the sweetness and enhances the chocolate.

How To Make the Brownie Cookies

Step 1: Melt and Mix

Melt the dark chocolate chips and butter together until smooth. You can use a microwave in 30-second intervals or a double boiler. Stir well and let it cool slightly.

Step 2: Whisk the Sugars and Eggs

In a separate bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, brown sugar, and eggs until the mixture becomes pale and slightly thick. This gives the cookies their beautiful texture.

Step 3: Combine with Chocolate

Add the slightly cooled chocolate-butter mixture to the egg mixture. Stir in vanilla extract.

Step 4: Dry Ingredients

Sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt, then gently fold into the wet mixture. Don’t overmix—stop once everything is just combined.

Step 5: Bake

Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them apart. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 10-12 minutes, until the tops are crackly but the centers are still soft.

Let them cool on the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

How to Serve and Store Brownie Cookies

These brownie cookies are best enjoyed slightly warm when the centers are still a little gooey. They pair perfectly with a cold glass of milk, hot coffee, or even sandwiched with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. You can also freeze the cookies for up to 3 months. Just warm them slightly before serving to bring back that fresh-baked feel.

This recipe makes about 18 cookies, depending on the size of your scoops.

What to Serve With Brownie Cookies?

A cup of espresso

The bold, bitter notes of espresso complement the richness of the brownie cookies perfectly.

Vanilla ice cream

Serve these cookies warm with a scoop of ice cream on top for a quick dessert.

Fresh berries

Strawberries, raspberries, or even sliced bananas offer a fresh, slightly tart contrast.

Whipped cream

A dollop of lightly sweetened whipped cream adds airiness to balance the fudgy texture.

Salted caramel drizzle

Drizzle some over your cookies to enhance their sweetness with a buttery, salty kick.

Peanut butter spread

Chocolate and peanut butter are a classic combo—spread some on top or sandwich two cookies with it.

A glass of red wine

Yes, red wine! A bold cabernet or zinfandel pairs surprisingly well with chocolatey desserts.

If you love these brownie cookies, you’ll probably enjoy these other favorites:

Try the Whimsical Cotton Candy Cookies Delight for a fun, colorful surprise.

The Kentucky Butter Cake Cookies are incredibly buttery and rich.

Don’t miss the Peanut Butter Cowboy Cookies if you love texture and crunch.

Looking for something fruity? The Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls are another sweet treat to explore.

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And let me know in the comments how yours turned out. Did you toss in some walnuts or a dash of sea salt on top? Or maybe made ice cream sandwiches with them?

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Conclusion

Brownie cookies are a dream come true for chocolate lovers. They combine the best elements of two classic desserts into one crave-worthy bite. Quick to make and always a crowd-pleaser, these cookies are a staple you’ll keep baking over and over.