Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with these Rich and Gooey Brownie Cookies. These cookies are a delightful combination of the fudgy, decadent texture of brownies and the convenient, handheld form of cookies. Each bite is filled with intense chocolate flavor, balanced with the subtle bitterness of espresso, creating a truly unforgettable treat. Perfectly crackled on the outside and irresistibly gooey on the inside, these cookies are a chocolate lover’s dream come true.
Why You'll Love This
These Brownie Cookies offer the best of both worlds, combining the rich, fudgy goodness of brownies with the delightful crunch of cookies. The bittersweet chocolate ensures a deep, intense flavor, while the brown sugar adds a hint of caramel-like sweetness. The addition of espresso powder enhances the chocolate flavor, making each bite a luxurious experience. Easy to make and absolutely delicious, these cookies are sure to become a favorite for any occasion.
Perfect Occasion
These cookies are perfect for any occasion where you want to impress with a decadent, homemade treat. Serve them at parties, holiday gatherings, or as an indulgent dessert for family and friends. They also make a wonderful gift when packaged beautifully in a decorative tin or box. Enjoy them with a glass of milk, a cup of coffee, or as a sweet ending to a special meal.
Decoration Tips
- Drizzle Melted Chocolate: Enhance the visual appeal by drizzling melted white or dark chocolate over the cooled cookies.
- Sprinkle Sea Salt: A light sprinkle of flaky sea salt on top of the cookies before baking adds a gourmet touch and balances the sweetness.
- Dust with Powdered Sugar: For a classic look, dust the cookies lightly with powdered sugar once they’ve cooled.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Fold some chocolate chips into the dough for added texture and bursts of chocolate in every bite.
- Serve with Ice Cream: Pair these cookies with a scoop of vanilla or coffee ice cream for an indulgent dessert.
Ingredients
- 227 grams bittersweet chocolate, chopped
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 150 grams brown sugar
- 50 grams white sugar
- 2 eggs, room temperature
- 94 grams all-purpose flour
- 22 grams cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons espresso powder
- Preparation:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two cookie sheets with parchment paper.
- Melt Chocolate and Butter:
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the finely chopped bittersweet chocolate and butter. Microwave in 15-second increments, stirring well between each interval, until the mixture is smooth and fully melted. Be careful not to overheat to prevent burning. Set aside to cool slightly.
- Mix Eggs and Sugars:
- In a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, combine the eggs, brown sugar, and white sugar. Beat on high speed for about 3 minutes, until the mixture is light and pale yellow.
- Combine Mixtures:
- With the mixer on low speed, slowly add the melted chocolate and butter mixture to the egg mixture, beating until smooth and homogenous. Stop the mixer.
- Add Dry Ingredients:
- Add the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and espresso powder to the wet mixture. Mix on low speed until just combined. The dough will be soft.
- Shape and Bake:
- Immediately scoop the dough using a standard-size cookie scoop, placing the scoops about 2 inches apart on the prepared cookie sheets. This prevents the dough from sitting and ensures the cookies have a glossy top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, or until the cookies are crackled on top and set on the edges but still gooey in the center.
- Cool and Serve:
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy these rich and gooey brownie cookies, a perfect blend of intense chocolate flavor and delightful texture, making every bite an indulgent treat!
