Description
These cookies combine the best of both worlds: the classic taste of chocolate chip cookies and the decadent richness of brownies. Biting into one reveals a gooey brownie surprise, making them a showstopper at any gathering.
Ingredients
For the Brownie Filling:
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½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
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1 cup granulated sugar
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2 large eggs
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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½ cup all-purpose flour
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¼ teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon baking powder
For the Cookie Dough:
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1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1 cup packed brown sugar
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2 large eggs
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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3 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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½ teaspoon salt
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2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Brownie Filling:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Remove from heat and stir in sugar, eggs, and vanilla.
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Beat in cocoa, flour, salt, and baking powder until well combined.
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Spread the batter into a greased 8×8-inch baking pan.
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Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out with a few moist crumbs.
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Allow to cool completely, then cut into 1-inch squares.
2️⃣ Prepare the Cookie Dough:
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In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
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Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
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Gradually blend the dry ingredients into the creamed mixture.
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Fold in the chocolate chips.
3️⃣ Assemble the Cookies:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
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Scoop about 2 tablespoons of cookie dough and flatten it into a disk.
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Place a brownie square in the center and wrap the cookie dough around it, sealing the edges.
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Place the stuffed dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.Kitchen 335
4️⃣ Bake:
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Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
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Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
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For an extra gooey center, slightly underbake the brownies before stuffing them into the cookie dough.
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These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
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Feel free to experiment with different types of chocolate chips or add nuts for added texture.
- Prep Time: 30 min
- Cook Time: 25 min