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Fudgy Brownie Cookies

Fudgy Brownie Cookies
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Fudgy Brownie Cookies combine the rich, moist texture of brownies with the soft crunch of cookies, delivering a chewy, chocolaty treat perfect for any chocolate lover. Quick to prepare and customizable with various mix-ins, these bite-sized delights satisfy cravings with indulgent flavor and a fudgy center.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup chocolate chips or chunks

Optional Mix-ins and Variations

  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, pecans, or almonds (for Nutty Twist)
  • 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder (for Espresso Boost)
  • Substitute butter with 1/2 cup coconut oil and use 2 flax eggs (2 tbsp flaxseed meal + 6 tbsp water) for Vegan Version
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper or cinnamon (for Spicy Kick)
  • Dollops of peanut butter (as desired, for Peanut Butter Swirl)

Instructions

  1. Prep Your Ingredients: Gather all ingredients. Soften the butter for easier mixing with sugar. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract for warmth.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt to eliminate lumps and ensure an even chocolate flavor.
  4. Bring It All Together: Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir gently just until combined. Avoid overmixing. Fold in chocolate chips or chunks last to maintain pockets of melty chocolate.
  5. Bake to Perfection: Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop dollops of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, ensuring edges are set but centers remain soft.
  6. Cool and Enjoy: Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack. This helps them firm up slightly while preserving the fudgy center.

Notes

  • Use room temperature butter and eggs for smoother mixing and better texture.
  • Do not overbake; remove cookies as soon as the edges look set to keep the centers fudgy.
  • Opt for high-quality cocoa powder for intensified chocolate flavor.
  • Chill dough for 30 minutes before baking for thicker cookies.
  • Fold in mix-ins like chocolate chips or nuts last to prevent breaking them down.

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