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Delicious Brookies: Brownie & Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars
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Delicious Brookies: Brownie & Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars
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Delicious Brookies: Brownie & Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

Indulge in the best of both worlds with these amazing Brookies, a delightful combination of rich, fudgy brownie and chewy chocolate chip cookie baked into one irresistible bar. This recipe brings together two classic desserts for an easy-to-make treat that's perfect for sharing or enjoying all to yourself. Follow along to create these decadent brownie-cookie hybrids, featuring a buttery chocolate chip cookie base topped with a luscious chocolate brownie layer.
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Freshly Baked Brookies
Freshly Baked Brookies

Recipe Information

20m
Prep Time
30m
Cook Time
1h 50m
Total Time
12
Servings
Medium
American
English
Nutrition (per serving)
350
Calories
4g
Protein
45g
Carbs
19g
Fat
Brookies Cut into Squares
Brookies Cut into Squares

Ingredients

  • Unsalted Butter
    (melted, for cookie dough)

    6 tablespoons
  • Brown Sugar
    (for cookie dough)

    1 cup
  • Granulated Sugar
    (for cookie dough)

    1 cup
  • Egg
    (for cookie dough)

    1
  • Vanilla Extract
    (for cookie dough)

    1 teaspoon
  • All-Purpose Flour
    (for cookie dough)

    1 cup
  • Cornstarch
    (for cookie dough)

    1 tablespoon
  • Baking Soda
    (for cookie dough)

    1 teaspoon
  • Salt
    (for cookie dough)

    1 teaspoon
  • Chocolate Chunks or Chips
    (for cookie dough)

    1 cup
  • Unsalted Butter
    (melted, for brownie batter)

    1 cup
  • Brown Sugar
    (for brownie batter)

    1 cup
  • Granulated Sugar
    (for brownie batter)

    1 cup
  • Eggs
    (for brownie batter)

    2
  • Vanilla Extract
    (for brownie batter)

    1 teaspoon
  • All-Purpose Flour
    (for brownie batter)

    3 cup
  • Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
    (for brownie batter)

    1 cup
  • Salt
    (for brownie batter)

    1 teaspoon
Servings: 12
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Close-up of a Brookie Bar
Close-up of a Brookie Bar

Instructions

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  • 1

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
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    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
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    Using parchment paper ensures the brookies don't stick and are easy to lift out for cutting.
  • 2

    For the cookie dough: In a medium bowl, combine the melted 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1/3 cup brown sugar, and 1/4 cup granulated sugar. Mix well until smooth.
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    For the cookie dough: In a medium bowl, combine the melted 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1/3 cup brown sugar, and 1/4 cup granulated sugar. Mix well until smooth.
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    Ensure butter is melted but not hot, to avoid cooking the egg.
  • 3

    Add 1 egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract to the sugar mixture for the cookie dough. Whisk until fully combined and creamy.
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    Add 1 egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract to the sugar mixture for the cookie dough. Whisk until fully combined and creamy.
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    Lightly beat the egg before adding to make it easier to incorporate.
  • 4

    In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon salt for the cookie dough.
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    In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon salt for the cookie dough.
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    Sifting dry ingredients can prevent lumps.
  • 5

    Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients for the cookie dough, mixing until just combined. Fold in 1 cup of chocolate chunks or chips.
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    Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients for the cookie dough, mixing until just combined. Fold in 1 cup of chocolate chunks or chips.
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    Avoid overmixing the dough to keep the cookies tender.
  • 6

    For the brownie batter: In another medium bowl, combine the melted 1/2 cup unsalted butter, 1/2 cup brown sugar, and 1/2 cup granulated sugar. Mix well.
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    For the brownie batter: In another medium bowl, combine the melted 1/2 cup unsalted butter, 1/2 cup brown sugar, and 1/2 cup granulated sugar. Mix well.
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    Ensure the sugars are fully dissolved for a fudgier brownie texture.
  • 7

    Stir in 2 eggs and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract into the brownie sugar mixture until smooth and well blended.
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    Stir in 2 eggs and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract into the brownie sugar mixture until smooth and well blended.
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    Beat the eggs lightly before adding them to incorporate air.
  • 8

    In a separate bowl, whisk together 3/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt for the brownie batter.
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    In a separate bowl, whisk together 3/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt for the brownie batter.
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    Cocoa powder can clump, so whisk thoroughly.
  • 9

    Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients for the brownie batter until just combined. Do not overmix.
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    Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients for the brownie batter until just combined. Do not overmix.
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    Overmixing can lead to tough brownies; mix until no streaks of flour remain.
  • 10

    Press the prepared cookie dough evenly into the bottom of the lined 8x8 inch baking pan. This forms the base of your brookies.
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    Press the prepared cookie dough evenly into the bottom of the lined 8x8 inch baking pan. This forms the base of your brookies.
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    Use lightly greased hands or the back of a spoon to press the dough evenly.
  • 11

    Pour the brownie batter evenly over the cookie dough layer. Spread it gently with a spatula to cover completely.
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    Pour the brownie batter evenly over the cookie dough layer. Spread it gently with a spatula to cover completely.
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    Be careful not to disturb the cookie dough layer underneath while spreading the brownie batter.
  • 12

    Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the brownie layer comes out with moist crumbs, not wet batter.
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    Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the brownie layer comes out with moist crumbs, not wet batter.
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    Don't overbake, as brookies can dry out quickly. The center should still be slightly fudgy.
  • 13

    Allow the brookies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before lifting them out using the parchment paper overhang. This can take at least 1-2 hours.
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    Allow the brookies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before lifting them out using the parchment paper overhang. This can take at least 1-2 hours.
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    Cooling completely is crucial for clean cuts and a fudgy texture. Chill in the refrigerator for faster cooling and cleaner slices.
  • 14

    Once cooled, cut into squares and serve. Store any leftover brookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3-4 days.
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    Once cooled, cut into squares and serve. Store any leftover brookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3-4 days.
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    For extra neat slices, use a warm, sharp knife, wiping it clean after each cut.
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