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The Ultimate Fudgy and Chewy Chocolate Brownie Cookies with Crackly Tops

A tempting stack of fudgy chocolate brownie cookies topped with flaky sea salt.
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Bake these irresistible chocolate brownie cookies that combine the rich, fudgy texture of brownies with the satisfying chewiness of cookies. They feature shiny, crackly tops and are ready fast for a decadent chocolate treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, natural or Dutch-process
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 4 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, chopped or chips
  • 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (for mixing in)
  • Flaky sea salt, for topping (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
  3. Whisk in the eggs one at a time until fully combined, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed or by hand until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Fold in the chopped semi-sweet chocolate and the extra chocolate chips.
  7. Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each mound.
  8. Bake for 10 to 13 minutes. The edges should look set, but the centers will still look slightly soft and shiny. This ensures a fudgy texture.
  9. Immediately sprinkle a tiny pinch of flaky sea salt over the tops of the cookies, if using.
  10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. They will firm up as they cool.

Notes

  • For the best crackly tops, ensure your eggs and vanilla are fully incorporated into the sugar mixture before adding the dry ingredients.
  • If you want a truly decadent experience, press one extra chocolate chip into the center of each dough ball before baking.
  • These are best eaten the day they are baked, but you can store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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