These Chocolate Brownie Cookies are a delightful combination of a fudgy brownie and a chewy cookie. Packed with rich chocolate flavor and studded with chocolate chips and nuts, these cookies are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth cravings.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- Easy to make with simple ingredients
- Perfect for satisfying chocolate cravings
- Great for sharing with friends and family
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone baking mat.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter and granulated sugar until well combined.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the semisweet chocolate chips and chopped walnuts or pecans, if using.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are set around the edges but still soft in the center.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Baking Time: 10-12 minutes | Total Time: 25-27 minutes
Servings: Makes about 24 cookies
Storage:
Store these Chocolate Brownie Cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. They can also be frozen for longer storage.
Recipe Tips:
- For extra fudgy cookies, slightly underbake them and allow them to cool completely on the baking sheet.
- Feel free to customize these cookies by adding in your favorite mix-ins like chopped nuts, dried fruits, or even a sprinkle of sea salt on top before baking.
- Make sure not to overmix the cookie dough to ensure a tender and chewy texture in the baked cookies.