Description
Indulge in the decadent fusion of rich chocolate brownies and classic chocolate chip cookies with these scrumptious Chocolate Chip Cookie Brownies. This recipe layers a fudgy brownie base with dollops of buttery, chocolate-studded cookie dough, creating a delightful marbled treat perfect for sharing or savoring on your own.
Ingredients
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Brownie Batter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking dish by lining it with parchment paper for easy removal of the brownies.
- Melt Butter for Brownie Batter: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter until fully liquefied. Stir in the granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly to combine all ingredients well.
- Combine Brownie Dry Ingredients: Sift together the cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, and salt into the butter mixture. Mix gently until the batter is smooth and free of lumps, forming the brownie base.
- Cream Butter and Sugars for Cookie Dough: In a separate large bowl, cream the softened butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, ensuring good aeration.
- Add Egg and Vanilla to Cookie Dough: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract to the creamed butter and sugar, continuing to mix until creamy and well incorporated.
- Mix Dry Ingredients into Cookie Dough: Gradually add the flour, baking soda, and salt to the wet mixture, stirring until a soft cookie dough forms without overmixing.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold the chocolate chips into the cookie dough to ensure even distribution throughout.
- Assemble in Baking Dish: Pour the brownie batter evenly into the lined baking dish, spreading it flat with a spatula.
- Add Cookie Dough Dollops: Take spoonfuls of the cookie dough and drop them evenly over the brownie batter in the dish.
- Create Marbled Effect: Lightly press and swirl the cookie dough into the brownie batter to create an attractive marbled visual.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center remains slightly gooey for a perfect fudgy texture.
- Cool Completely: Remove from the oven and allow the brownies to cool fully in the dish before handling to help them set and cut cleanly.
- Serve: Once cooled, cut into squares or desired shapes and enjoy the luscious combination of chocolate chip cookie and brownie in every bite.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use high-quality unsweetened cocoa powder in the brownie batter.
- If you prefer a crispier cookie texture, bake a few extra minutes, but be careful not to dry out the brownies.
- Store leftover brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- Freeze baked brownies for up to 3 months; thaw at room temperature before serving.
- Feel free to mix in nuts or different types of chocolate chips to customize the cookie dough.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (approx. 70g)
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
Keywords: brownies, chocolate chip cookie brownies, dessert, brookies, chocolate dessert, baked treats
