Brookie Cookies

These brookie cookies are a delightful mashup of gooey chocolate chip cookies and rich, fudgy brownies, all rolled into one delicious treat. If you feel like adding a little bit of sea salt flakes, I can tell you it really takes them to the next level. The chocolate and vanilla flavors are perfectly combined, offering the best of both worlds in each bite. The sea salt enhances the sweet and savory elements, creating a balanced and sophisticated taste experience. Whether you’re enjoying them with a cup of coffee, serving them at a party, or simply indulging after a long day, these brookie cookies are sure to become a favorite. They’re easy to make, incredibly satisfying, and guaranteed to impress anyone who tries them!

Ingredients You’ll Need for the Brookie Cookies:

Brownie Cookie Dough:

• Unsalted butter, room temperature: Adds richness and helps create a tender texture.
• Light brown sugar, packed: Provides moisture and a deep, caramel-like sweetness.
• Granulated sugar: Adds sweetness and helps achieve a chewy texture.
• Egg, room temperature: Acts as a binding agent, adding moisture and structure.
• Vanilla Extract: Enhances the overall flavor.
• Dutch-process cocoa powder: Gives the dough a rich, chocolate flavor.
• All-purpose flour, spooned and leveled: Provides structure and stability to the dough.
• Baking soda: Helps the cookies rise and become fluffy.
• Salt: Balances the sweetness and enhances flavors.
• Semi-sweet chocolate chips: Adds melty, gooey chocolate goodness to each bite.

Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough:

• All-purpose flour: Provides the base structure for the cookies.
• Cornstarch: Adds softness to the cookies.
• Baking soda: Leavens the cookies, making them rise.
• Salt: Enhances the overall flavor.
• Unsalted butter, cold and cubed: Adds richness and creates a tender texture.
• Light brown sugar, packed: Adds moisture and a rich sweetness.
• Granulated sugar: Provides sweetness and helps achieve a chewy texture.
• Egg, egg yolk, room temperature: Adds richness, moisture, and structure.
• Vanilla Extract: Enhances the overall flavor.
• Semi-sweet chocolate chips: Ensures each bite is filled with melty chocolate goodness.
• Flaky sea salt for sprinkling, optional: Adds a delicious contrast to the sweetness.

For making the Brookie Cookies, you’ll need the following tools:

• Mixing Bowls: A large bowl for combining the cookie dough ingredients and a smaller ones for measuring.
• Measuring Scale: To accurately measure all your ingredients in grams.
• Hand Mixer or Stand Mixer: For creaming the butter and sugars, and mixing the dough.
• Spatula: To fold in the dry ingredients and combine the mixtures.
• Baking Sheet: For baking the cookies.
• Parchment Paper: To line the baking sheet, preventing the cookies from sticking.
• Cookie Scoop: To evenly portion out the dough.
• Cooling Rack: For allowing the cookies to cool evenly after baking.

Ingredients:

For the Brownie Cookie Dough:

• 114 g (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, room temperature
• 150 g (3/4 cup) light brown sugar, packed
• 50 g (1/4 cup) granulated sugar
• 1 large egg, room temperature
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 29 g (1/4 cup) Dutch-process cocoa powder
• 125 g (1 cup) all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
• 3/4 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 149 g (3/4 cup) semi-sweet chocolate chips

For the Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough:

• 344 g (2 3/4 cups) all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp cornstarch
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp salt
• 227 g (1 cup) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 150 g (1 cup) light brown sugar, packed
• 133 g (2/3 cup) granulated sugar
• 1 egg, plus 1 egg yolk, room temperature
• 1 tbsp vanilla extract
• 224 g (1 1/4 cups) semi-sweet chocolate chips
• Flaky sea salt for sprinkling, optional

Directions:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Line two cookie sheets with parchment paper.
2. Make the Brownie Cookie Dough: In the bowl of a stand mixer, cream together the butter and brown sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined. Sift the cocoa powder, flour, baking soda, and salt into the mixture. Mix on low speed until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips with a large spatula.
3. Form the Cookies: Scoop the brownie cookie dough and the chocolate chip cookie dough into balls, making the chocolate chip cookie dough balls slightly larger than the brownie cookie dough balls. Press one brownie cookie dough ball and one chocolate chip cookie dough ball together, then roll them into one uniform ball. Place on the prepared cookie sheet, about 2 inches apart.
4. Bake the Cookies: Bake the cookies for 9 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops are fluffy and slightly underbaked. Do not overbake! Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
5. Finish and Enjoy: If desired, sprinkle the warm cookies with flaky sea salt. Enjoy your delicious brookie cookies!

Tips and Tricks:

Tips for the Cookies:

• Butter Temperature: Ensure the butter for the brownie cookie dough is at room temperature for easy mixing. Use cold butter for the chocolate chip cookie dough to achieve the right texture.
• High-Quality Chocolate: Use high-quality chocolate chips or chunks for both the brownie and cookie layers. It enhances the flavor and texture of your cookies.
• Mixing: Be careful not to overmix the dough, as this can result in tough cookies.
• Chill the Dough: Chill both the brownie and cookie dough for about 30 minutes before baking. This helps prevent excessive spreading and ensures a thicker cookie.
• Swirl Carefully: When combining the brownie and cookie dough, gently swirl them together to maintain distinct layers. Avoid over-mixing to preserve the layered effect.
• Check for Doneness: Cookies may look slightly undercooked in the center when you remove them from the oven. They will continue to cook on the baking sheet, so avoid over-baking.
• Add Sea Salt: Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top of the cookies before baking to enhance the flavor and add a touch of sophistication.

General Tips:

• Oven Temperature: Ensure your oven is preheated to the correct temperature. If the cookies are browning too fast, reduce the oven temperature slightly and bake a bit longer.
• Use Parchment Paper: Line your baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
• Cool Properly: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. This allows them to set and makes them easier to handle.
• Dough Consistency: If the brownie batter is too thick, add a splash of milk. For cookie dough that’s too dry, mix in a bit more butter.
• Even Sizes: Use a cookie scoop to ensure uniform sizes for both the brownie and cookie dough portions, promoting even baking.
• Storage: Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For longer storage, you can freeze the dough balls and bake them as needed.

By following these tips, you’ll achieve delicious, gooey Brookie Cookies that combine the best of both brownies and chocolate chip cookies!

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Watch the recipe video here. Let’s get to baking! Here is the full recipe: