Description
Chocolate chip cookie brownies are a decadent fusion of fudgy brownies and chewy chocolate chip cookies in one irresistible treat. Perfect for bake sales, gatherings, or simply indulging at home, this layered dessert offers a delightful contrast of textures and flavors that will impress any crowd.
Ingredients
Brownie Layer:
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
½ cup all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon baking powder
Cookie Layer:
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
⅓ cup granulated sugar
⅓ cup light brown sugar, packed
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1¼ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Brownie Layer:
- Whisk melted butter and sugar in a medium bowl until combined.
- Add eggs and vanilla extract, whisking until smooth.
- Stir in cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder. Set aside.
- Prepare the Cookie Layer:
- Cream softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add flour, baking soda, and salt, mixing until a dough forms. Fold in chocolate chips.
- Assemble and Bake:
- Spread the brownie batter evenly in the prepared pan.
- Drop spoonfuls of cookie dough over the batter, spreading gently.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
- Cool completely in the pan, lift out using parchment paper, and slice into squares.
Notes
For a nutty variation, mix chopped walnuts or pecans into the brownie batter or cookie dough.
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 16 squares
- Calories: Approximately 220 kcal per serving
