Chewy Brownie Cookies

Chewy Brownie Cookies are the perfect treat for chocolate lovers! These cookies offer the rich, fudgy texture of brownies combined with the delightful chewiness of cookies. With a generous amount of chocolate and a simple preparation method, these cookies are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. Whether you’re baking for a special occasion or just for yourself, this recipe is a must-try!

Ingredients

  • ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut into pieces
  • 8 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Preparation

Step 1: Melt the Chocolate and Butter

  1. In a heatproof bowl, combine the butter and chopped chocolate.
  2. Melt over a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until smooth. Let cool slightly.

Step 2: Mix the Wet Ingredients

  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and pale, about 2 minutes.
  2. Stir in the melted chocolate mixture until fully combined.

Step 3: Combine Dry Ingredients

  1. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  2. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.

Step 4: Add the Chocolate Chips

Stir in the chocolate chips for extra bursts of chocolaty goodness.

Step 5: Chill the Dough

Cover the dough and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up. This step is crucial for achieving chewy cookies.

Step 6: Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 7: Shape and Bake

  1. Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  2. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft.

Step 8: Cool

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Tips for Perfect Chewy Brownie Cookies

  • Chilling is Key: Don’t skip chilling the dough; it helps create that chewy texture.
  • Use Good Quality Chocolate: The flavor of your cookies will depend on the quality of chocolate you use, so choose high-quality semisweet chocolate.
  • Don’t Overbake: For chewy cookies, it’s important to remove them from the oven when they’re still slightly soft in the center.

Variations

You can customize this recipe in several ways:

  • Nutty Addition: Add chopped walnuts or pecans for added texture and flavor.
  • Different Chocolates: Experiment with dark chocolate chips or white chocolate chips for a different taste profile.
  • Minty Twist: Add peppermint extract or crushed peppermint candies for a festive variation.

These Chewy Brownie Cookies are an indulgent treat that combines all your favorite brownie flavors into a convenient cookie form. Easy to make and incredibly satisfying, they’re perfect for sharing or enjoying all on your own! Try this recipe today and experience cookie bliss!