Brookies: The Ultimate Brownie and Cookie Mash-Up
The ultimate Brookies recipe! These fudgy brownie and chewy cookie bars are the perfect chocolate dessert. Easy to make and packed with rich, gooey goodness!
If you can't decide between a rich, fudgy brownie and a chewy, buttery chocolate chip cookie, then why not have both? Brookies combine the best of both worlds into one delicious dessert bar. These irresistible treats layer gooey brownie batter with soft, chocolatey cookie dough, creating a dessert that's crispy on the edges, soft in the center, and bursting with chocolate in every bite!
Why You’ll Love These Brookies
Two Desserts in One: Enjoy the flavors of brownies and cookies in every bite.
Perfectly Chewy and Fudgy: A balance of crispy edges and a soft, gooey center.
Great for Any Occasion: Perfect for parties, bake sales, or a weekend treat.
Make-Ahead Friendly: Store well for days and can be frozen for later enjoyment.
Ingredients Breakdown
For the Brownie Batter:
Sugar (1 cup) – Adds sweetness and helps create that signature brownie chewiness.
All-Purpose Flour (½ cup) – Provides structure to hold the fudgy texture together.
Cocoa Powder (⅓ cup) – Gives the deep chocolate flavor we all crave.
Baking Powder (¼ tsp) – Helps slightly lift the brownie batter while keeping it dense.
Salt (¼ tsp) – Enhances the chocolate flavor.
Egg (1 large) – Binds ingredients together and contributes to moisture.
Butter (¼ cup, melted) – Adds richness and helps with a soft, fudgy texture.
Water (¼ cup) – Provides additional moisture to keep the batter smooth.
Vanilla Extract (¾ tsp) – Adds warmth and enhances the chocolate flavor.
Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips (½ cup) & Chocolate Chunks (¼ cup) – Extra chocolate for ultimate indulgence.
For the Cookie Dough:
Butter (½ cup, room temp) – Creates a rich, tender cookie base.
Light Brown Sugar (½ cup) & Granulated Sugar (⅓ cup) – A mix of sugars helps with a chewy and crispy texture.
Egg (1 large) – Helps bind the cookie dough together.
Vanilla Extract (1 ½ tsp) – Adds depth to the classic cookie flavor.
All-Purpose Flour (1 ½ cups) – Gives the cookies structure and chewiness.
Baking Soda (½ tsp) – Helps the cookie dough rise and spread perfectly.
Salt (½ tsp) – Enhances flavor and balances sweetness.
Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips (½ cup) & Chocolate Chunks (½ cup) – The perfect mix for melty pockets of chocolate.
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prepare the Brownie Batter
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving a 2-inch overhang on the sides for easy removal.
In a large bowl, whisk together sugar, flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
Stir in the egg, melted butter, water, and vanilla extract until combined.
Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips and chocolate chunks.
Set the brownie batter aside while preparing the cookie dough.
2. Prepare the Cookie Dough
In a separate bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until incorporated.
Fold in the chocolate chips and chocolate chunks.
3. Assemble and Bake
Spread the brownie batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
Drop spoonfuls of cookie dough over the brownie batter.
Slightly flatten the cookie dough but leave some brownie batter peeking through.
Cover the pan with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, until the cookie layer is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean.
Allow the brookies to cool completely before lifting them out of the pan using the parchment paper.
Slice into squares and enjoy!
Tips for the Best Brookies
Don’t Overmix the Batter: Overmixing can lead to dense, tough brookies. Stir until just combined.
Use High-Quality Cocoa Powder & Chocolate: The better the chocolate, the richer the flavor.
Chill the Cookie Dough: If your kitchen is warm, chilling the dough for 15-20 minutes before baking helps control spreading.
Check for Doneness Early: Since ovens vary, start checking your brookies around the 35-minute mark.
Let Them Cool Completely: This helps set the layers, making them easier to slice.
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Brookies
Ingredients
- Sugar (1 cup)
- All-purpose flour (½ cup)
- Cocoa Powder (⅓ cup)
- Baking Powder (¼ tsp)
- Salt (¼ tsp)
- Egg (1 large)
- Butter (¼ cup, melted)
- Water (¼ cup)
- Vanilla Extract (¾ tsp)
- Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips (½ cup)
- Chocolate Chunks (¼ cup)
- Butter (½ cup, room temp)
- Light Brown Sugar (½ cup)
- Granulated Sugar (⅓ cup)
- Egg (1 large)
- Vanilla Extract (1 ½ tsp)
- All-purpose flour (1 ½ cups)
- Baking Soda (½ tsp)
- Salt (½ tsp)
- Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips (½ cup)
- Chocolate Chunks (½ cup)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving a 2-inch overhang on the sides for easy removal.
- In a large bowl, whisk together sugar, flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Stir in the egg, melted butter, water, and vanilla extract until combined.
- Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips and chocolate chunks.
- Set the brownie batter aside while preparing the cookie dough.
- In a separate bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until incorporated.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and chocolate chunks.
- Spread the brownie batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
- Drop spoonfuls of cookie dough over the brownie batter.
- Slightly flatten the cookie dough but leave some brownie batter peeking through.
- Cover the pan with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, until the cookie layer is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean.
- Allow the brookies to cool completely before lifting them out of the pan using the parchment paper.
- Slice into squares and enjoy!
Notes
Tips for the Best Brookies
- Don’t Overmix the Batter: Overmixing can lead to dense, tough brookies. Stir until just combined.
- Use High-Quality Cocoa Powder & Chocolate: The better the chocolate, the richer the flavor.
- Chill the Cookie Dough: If your kitchen is warm, chilling the dough for 15-20 minutes before baking helps control spreading.
- Check for Doneness Early: Since ovens vary, start checking your brookies around the 35-minute mark.
- Let Them Cool Completely: This helps set the layers, making them easier to slice.
These Brookies are the ultimate indulgence – rich, gooey, chewy, and bursting with chocolatey goodness. Whether you're making them for a party, family gathering, or just a weeknight treat, they’re guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. So grab your ingredients and start baking – you won’t regret it!
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