Dive into the delightful world of Cookie Brownie Bars, where the rich decadence of brownies meets the crunchy sweetness of classic cookies. This unique dessert layers fudgy brownie batter with a golden cookie dough top, baked together to create a mouth-watering combination that satisfies every dessert craving.
Why You'll Love This:
If you adore both cookies and brownies, why choose one? These bars offer the best of both worlds, combining the gooey chocolate richness of brownies with the crisp, buttery texture of cookies. Perfect for those who love a textural contrast in their sweets, these bars provide a satisfying chewiness from the brownie and a crunchy bite from the cookie.
Perfect Occasion:
These Cookie Brownie Bars are ideal for gatherings, potlucks, or as a treat to brighten up a regular day. They're also a hit at birthday parties, holiday celebrations, or simply as a luxurious after-dinner dessert. Serve them at your next event, and they're sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
Decoration Tips:
For an extra touch of elegance, sprinkle the top with powdered sugar or drizzle with caramel or chocolate sauce before serving. You can also add a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top of each bar when serving warm for a truly indulgent experience.
Ingredients:
For the Brownie Layer:
- 200 g dark chocolate
- 200 g butter
- 1 cup white sugar
- 5 eggs
- 3/4 cup flour
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
For the Cookie Layer:
- 200 g butter
- 1/2 cup demerara sugar
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 cup + 3 tbsp flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- A pinch of salt
- 100 g milk chocolate, chopped
Instructions:
- Prepare the Brownie Layer:
- Melt chocolate and butter together until smooth. Allow to cool.
- In a large bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually add the cooled chocolate mixture.
- Sift in flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Mix until just combined.
- Preheat oven to 180°C (356°F) with fan.
- Prepare the Cookie Layer:
- Melt butter in a pan until it turns golden brown, then cool slightly.
- In a bowl, mix the browned butter with both sugars. Add the egg and mix well.
- Combine flour, baking soda, and salt, then fold into the wet ingredients along with chopped chocolate.
- Assemble and Bake:
- Pour the brownie batter into a lined baking tray.
- Form small balls from the cookie dough and flatten slightly on top of the brownie layer.
- Bake for 20-22 minutes or until the top is golden and the center is set.
- Allow to cool completely in the pan, then cut into squares.
Enjoy these heavenly Cookie Brownie Bars, a perfect blend of two beloved desserts in one!
