Embrace the best of both worlds with this tantalizing Brookie—a genius fusion of rich, fudgy brownie and chunky, soft cookie dough. Each bite offers the dense chocolatey goodness of a brownie topped with the sweet, slightly crispy texture of a classic cookie, making it a double treat for dessert lovers.
Why You’ll Love This
This Brookie stands out for its delightful contrast of textures and flavors. The saltiness from the fleur de sel enhances the deep chocolate taste, while the cookie dough introduces a comforting sweetness with bursts of chocolate chips. It’s a perfect match that satisfies cravings for both brownies and cookies in one go!
Perfect Occasion
Ideal for casual get-togethers, family desserts, bake sales, or as a special treat during movie nights. It’s also a hit at children's parties and works wonders as a comfort food indulgence.
Decoration Tips
For an extra touch of elegance, sprinkle a little more fleur de sel on top right after baking. Serve each slice with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Drizzling caramel or chocolate sauce over the top before serving can also enhance its appeal.
For the Brownie Layer:
- Melt Chocolate and Butter:
- In a bowl set over simmering water (bain-marie), melt 250g dark chocolate with 150g half-salt butter.
- Mix Eggs and Sugar:
- Whisk 4 eggs with 150g brown sugar until well combined.
- Combine with Chocolate:
- Gradually pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, stirring continuously.
- Add Dry Ingredients:
- Fold in 150g flour and a pinch of fleur de sel until just mixed.
- Prepare Baking Pan:
- Pour the mixture into a buttered and lined baking pan (either 26cm x 10cm or 20cm x 20cm).
For the Cookie Layer:
- Mix Butter and Sugar:
- Cream 110g melted half-salt butter with 110g brown sugar.
- Add Egg:
- Mix in 1 egg until smooth.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients:
- Stir in 180g flour, 1 tsp baking powder, 1 tsp baking soda, and a pinch of salt.
- Add Chocolate Chips:
- Fold in 120g dark chocolate chips.
Assemble and Bake:
- Layer Cookie Dough:
- Sprinkle the cookie dough evenly over the unbaked brownie layer.
- Bake:
- Bake in a preheated oven at 175°C (347°F) for 30-40 minutes. If the center is still wobbly after 25 minutes, continue baking until set.
- Cool and Serve:
- Allow the Brookie to cool completely in the pan before slicing and serving.
Enjoy this decadent Brookie, where every slice is a celebration of your favorite desserts combined!
