Chocolate Brownie Cookies
Indulge in these chewy, fudgy chocolate brownie cookies that combine the best elements of brownies and cookies for a delightful treat.
Ingredients
For the cookie dough
- 1 cup High-quality chocolate (pure chocolate or chocolate chips) Ghirardelli or Scharffen Berger suggested.
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup Unsweetened cocoa powder Sifted to avoid lumps.
- ½ teaspoon Baking powder
- ½ teaspoon Espresso powder Enhances chocolate flavor.
- ½ teaspoon Salt To balance sweetness.
Optional Mix-ins
- ½ cup Chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans) Adds crunch.
- ½ cup Chocolate chips For extra chocolatey goodness.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Melt your chocolate using a microwave or double boiler, then let it cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, combine sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Stir in the melted chocolate until fully incorporated.
- In another bowl, whisk the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, espresso powder, and salt.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes.
Baking
- Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto a lined baking sheet, leaving enough space for spreading.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, ensuring the edges are set but the centers remain soft.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Notes
For added indulgence, turn these cookies into dessert sandwiches with a scoop of ice cream. Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.