Easy Brookies: The Best of Both Worlds 🍪🍫

Easy Brookies: The Best of Both Worlds 🍪🍫

Why choose between cookies and brownies when you can have both? Brookies combine the rich, fudgy decadence of brownies with the soft, chewy goodness of cookies—all in one irresistible dessert. Whether you’re baking for a party, a family treat, or just to satisfy your sweet tooth, this simple brookie recipe is a guaranteed winner.

Let’s bake the ultimate mash-up treat that everyone will love!

Ingredients

For the Brownie Layer:
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp baking powder
For the Cookie Layer:
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

Step 1: Prep Your Pan
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease and line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
Step 2: Make the Brownie Layer
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and granulated sugar until smooth.
  2. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, whisking until combined.
  3. Sift in the cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder. Stir until just combined—do not overmix.
  4. Pour the brownie batter evenly into the prepared pan.
Step 3: Make the Cookie Layer
  1. In another large bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy.
  2. Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Gradually add the flour, baking soda, and salt, stirring until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips.
  4. Drop spoonfuls of cookie dough over the brownie batter, spreading gently to cover as much as possible.
Step 4: Bake
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 30–35 minutes, or until the cookie layer is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  2. Allow the brookies to cool completely in the pan before lifting them out using the parchment paper overhang.
Step 5: Slice and Serve
  1. Cut into squares or bars and enjoy! Serve them on their own, or pair with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat.

Pro Tips

  • Layer Balance: If you prefer more brownie than cookie, double the brownie recipe! Adjust bake time as needed.
  • Add-ins: Customize your brookies with chopped nuts, caramel bits, or white chocolate chips.
  • Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the fridge for up to a week.

Why You’ll Love These Brookies

This recipe is the perfect dessert hybrid—soft, gooey brownie layers topped with buttery, chocolate-studded cookie goodness. It’s easy to make, incredibly indulgent, and perfect for sharing (if you can resist eating them all yourself!).

Have you tried this recipe? Share your thoughts, twists, and pictures in the comments below—I’d love to see your brookie creations! 🍪🍫💛

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