Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon

Brownie Cookies

  • Author: Sally Thompson
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 16 cookies 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

These Brownie Cookies are a rich, fudgy twist on classic cookies—crackly on the outside, gooey in the center, and topped with flaky sea salt. They’re perfect for quick desserts, bake sales, or satisfying that serious chocolate craving. Whether you're looking for easy cookie recipes, quick baking ideas, or chocolate-packed treats for a crowd, this recipe fits right into your rotation of breakfast ideas, easy dinner desserts, or late-night snack attacks.


Ingredients

Scale

170g dark chocolate (60-70%)

115g unsalted butter

100g granulated sugar

50g brown sugar

2 large eggs

1 tsp vanilla extract

50g all-purpose flour

20g unsweetened cocoa powder

1/2 tsp baking powder

1/4 tsp salt

Flaky sea salt, for topping


Instructions

1. Melt the dark chocolate and butter together over a double boiler, stirring until smooth. Let it cool slightly.

2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, granulated sugar, and brown sugar for 3–5 minutes until thick and pale.

3. Stir the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, then add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.

4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.

5. Sift the dry ingredients into the wet mixture and fold gently until just combined.

6. Let the batter rest at room temperature for 20–30 minutes to thicken.

7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

8. Scoop the batter into mounds and place on the baking sheet, spacing apart. Sprinkle flaky sea salt on each.

9. Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the tops are crackled and the edges set.

10. Cool on the baking sheet for 5–10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.


Notes

Use high-quality chocolate for the richest flavor—avoid chocolate chips for melting.

Whipping the eggs and sugar thoroughly creates that shiny, crackled top.

Don’t skip resting the batter—it helps the cookies hold their shape during baking.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 16g
  • Sodium: 70mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: brownie cookies, chocolate cookies, fudgy cookies, quick dessert, easy cookie recipe