Description
Fudgy Chewy Brookies combine the rich, dense texture of brownies with the soft, chewy bite of chocolate chip cookies. Featuring a crackly brownie top and gooey cookie pockets throughout, these bars bring the best of both desserts into one indulgent and irresistible treat.
Ingredients
Brownie Layer
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Cookie Layer
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the bars after baking.
- Make Brownie Layer: In a medium bowl, whisk the melted butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture is glossy. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, whisking until smooth. Stir in the cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, and salt just until combined. Set this brownie batter aside.
- Prepare Cookie Layer: In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until combined. Stir in the flour, baking soda, and salt, then fold in the chocolate chips evenly throughout the cookie dough.
- Assemble Layers: Spread the brownie batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Drop spoonfuls of the cookie dough over the brownie layer. Gently swirl or spread the cookie dough slightly over the brownie batter to create a marbled effect, but do not overmix.
- Bake: Place the baking pan in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes. The edges should be set and the center should remain slightly soft and fudgy to achieve the perfect texture.
- Cool and Slice: Remove the brookies from the oven and allow them to cool completely in the pan. Cooling helps to set the bars and makes slicing cleaner and easier. Once cooled, cut into 16 bars and serve.
Notes
- Do not overbake to preserve the fudgy center texture.
- Chilling the brookies before slicing helps to achieve sharper, cleaner edges.
- Store the brookies at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days for extended freshness.
- For variations, consider adding nuts like walnuts or pecans, or substitute some chocolate chips with caramel chips for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
