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The BEST Fudgy Chewy Brookies

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Brookies are the perfect dessert fusion, combining rich, fudgy brownies with chewy chocolate chip cookies in a single, irresistible bar.

Ingredients

½ cup unsalted butter, melted (for brownie layer)

1 cup granulated sugar (for brownie layer)

2 large eggs (for brownie layer)

1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for brownie layer)

⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

½ cup all-purpose flour (for brownie layer)

¼ teaspoon baking powder

⅛ teaspoon salt (for brownie layer)

½ cup unsalted butter, softened (for cookie layer)

½ cup light brown sugar

¼ cup granulated sugar (for cookie layer)

1 large egg (for cookie layer)

1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for cookie layer)

1¼ cups all-purpose flour (for cookie layer)

½ teaspoon baking soda

½ teaspoon salt (for cookie layer)

1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, mix melted butter and granulated sugar for the brownie layer until combined.
  3. Add eggs and vanilla extract to the brownie mixture and beat until smooth.
  4. Stir in cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, and salt until just combined. Spread evenly in the prepared dish.
  5. In another bowl, cream softened butter with brown and granulated sugars for the cookie layer until light and fluffy.
  6. Add the egg and vanilla extract; mix well.
  7. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt for the cookie layer.
  8. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until combined.
  9. Fold in chocolate chips.
  10. Drop spoonfuls of cookie dough over the brownie batter and gently spread to cover evenly.
  11. Bake for 20–25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  12. Allow brookies to cool completely before cutting into bars.

Notes

  • Add nuts like walnuts or pecans for crunch.
  • Use dark chocolate chips for a richer taste.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
  • Warm in microwave for 10–15 seconds before serving for a gooey texture.

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