Ultimate Brookies

Oh, sweet bliss in a pan! Let me introduce you to the Ultimate Brookies. They’re this wild, beautiful combo of brownies and cookies that will rock your dessert world. We’re talking about two comfort food faves smooshed together in one gooey, chocolatey masterpiece. If you’re a fan of fudgy brownies and chocolate chip cookies and decide you just can’t pick a favorite — these brookies are your new best friend. Seriously, your taste buds will thank you.

Entertaining story alert: Picture this — my husband, who’s more of a pie guy, suddenly turned team brownie-cookie with these bad boys. One chilled-out Sunday him and the kiddos stumbled into the kitchen, drawn by the chocolatey goodness wafting through the air. Before I knew it, the brookies had vanished at a lightning speed. Now, whenever I make them, it’s like a secret family signal that elicits giggles and the inevitable “Are they ready yet!?”

Why You’ll Love This Ultimate Brookies

– You get to have your cake and eat your cookies too. No-brainer win!
– Swear it’s like a superhero double-agent dessert.
– Kids and adults alike will devour, and bonus: less dishes than making brownies and cookies separately.

How to Make It

All right, grab that whisk! First, mix up the brownie layer — it’s like the foundation of a skyscraper, except more delicious and less likely to topple over. You get to melt chocolate and butter into this luscious concoction. Then throw your eggs, sugar, vanilla, and flour into the mix. Trust me, it all comes together in this glossy, gooey magic.

Now, over to the cookie dough. You know the drill. Cream the butter and sugars until they’re nice and fluffy, then chuck in the egg and vanilla, followed by the dry stuff and (of course!) chocolate chips. Try not to eat it all before it hits the pan — that’s the hard part.

So, you take your brownie layer, spread it out like a love letter to your baking pan, then dollop the cookie dough on top. It’s a glorious marriage of flavors. Toss this masterpiece into the oven and watch as it transforms into a melty, decadent creation.

Ingredient Notes

– Chocolate: More cocoa, more loco. You need it melty and smooth — definitely not burnt (did that once, won’t again).
– Butter: This is where the heart’s at. I’ve tried sneaking in margarine once, and the world didn’t end, but it wasn’t quite as golden.
– Sugar: Sweet spot here (literally), keeps everything well, sweet. I sometimes swap in some raw sugar — does the trick!

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1. Melt chocolate and butter in a bowl until smooth.
2. Mix in eggs, sugar, and vanilla, then stir in flour until combined for brownie layer.
3. Cream together butter and sugars; add egg and vanilla.
4. Add flour and chocolate chips to the creamed mixture to make cookie dough.
5. Spread brownie batter in the pan, dollop cookie dough on top.
6. Bake until everything’s set and gooey — try not to swoon as you wait.

What to Serve It With

Let’s be honest, these things are good even on their own. But if you’re feeling extra, scoop some vanilla ice cream on top, or drizzle ’em with caramel. No judgment if you go for both.

Tips & Mistakes

– Skipped lighting the oven once… let’s say some desserts are best served baked!

Storage Tips

Brookies left over? Ha, rare. But if that unicorn moment happens, keep them in an airtight container. They’re pretty good straight outta the fridge, and dare I say, brookies for breakfast? Take it from me… highly recommend.

Variations and Substitutions

Okay, swap time. You can use white chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet if you’re feeling fancy. And if there’s a nutty craving, walnuts can join the party too. Once, I tried dried fruits instead of chocolate chips — not bad if you’re on a health kick, but missing the “choco-kick,” if you ask me.

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Ultimate Brookies

This Ultimate Brookies recipe combines the best of brownies and cookies into one decadent dessert that everyone will love.

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Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes minutes

Total Time: 45 minutes minutes

Servings: 12

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 1 cup unsalted butter
• ▢ 1 cup granulated sugar
• ▢ 0.5 cup brown sugar packed
• ▢ 2 large eggs
• ▢ 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ▢ 1 cup all-purpose flour
• ▢ 0.25 cup cocoa powder unsweetened
• ▢ 0.5 tsp baking powder
• ▢ 0.25 tsp salt
• ▢ 1 cup chocolate chips semi-sweet

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x9 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
• In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
• Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
• In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
• Gradually blend the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients. Fold in the chocolate chips.
• Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan. Bake for 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
• Allow to cool before slicing into squares and serving.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.