Description
Indulgent chocolate chip cookie brownies combine two beloved desserts into one irresistible treat. Rich chocolate and buttery cookie layers create a heavenly dessert that will satisfy sweet cravings and impress guests with minimal effort.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Sweeteners:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
Dry Ingredients and Flavorings:
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the oven to 350F (175C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Melt butter in a microwave-safe bowl until smooth, then whisk in granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until glossy and well-combined.
- Sift cocoa powder, flour, and salt into the wet ingredients, stirring until the brownie batter becomes uniform and lump-free.
- In a separate bowl, cream softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until the mixture becomes light and fluffy.
- Incorporate egg and vanilla extract into the creamed mixture, beating until the texture becomes airy and smooth.
- Gradually mix flour, baking soda, and salt into the creamed mixture, creating a soft, pliable cookie dough.
- Gently fold chocolate chips into the cookie dough, ensuring even distribution throughout.
- Transfer brownie batter to the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly across the bottom.
- Drop spoonfuls of cookie dough randomly over the brownie batter, creating an intentionally uneven layer.
- Lightly press cookie dough into the brownie batter to create a marbled effect with swirling patterns.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, watching for set edges and a slightly gooey center, indicating perfect doneness.
- Allow the baked dessert to cool completely in the dish before cutting into squares and serving.
Notes
- Always sift dry ingredients to prevent lumps and ensure a smoother, more consistent texture in both brownie and cookie layers.
- Use room temperature eggs and butter for better ingredient integration and a more even baking result.
- For gluten-free version, swap all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend to maintain the same delicious consistency.
- Chill the dough for 15-20 minutes before baking to help prevent excessive spreading and maintain a more defined layered look.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 16
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg