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Brookie Cookies

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A half-chocolate, half-chocolate chip cookie is propped against a glass of milk, with more cookies and chocolate chips in the background.
Prep Time:20 minutes
Cook Time:12 minutes
Total Time:32 minutes

Ingredients

Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough

  • ½ cup 1 stick unsalted butter, softened
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ cup chocolate chips

Brownie Cookie Dough

  • ½ cup 1 stick unsalted butter, melted
  • ⅔ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ⅔ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ cup chocolate chips optional but recommended

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Make the chocolate chip cookie dough: Cream butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla, beat to combine. Stir in flour, baking soda, and salt. Fold in chocolate chips. Set aside.
  • Make the brownie cookie dough: Whisk melted butter and sugar until smooth. Beat in egg and vanilla. Stir in cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, and salt until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips, if using.
  • Form the cookies: Scoop about 1 tbsp of chocolate chip dough and 1 tbsp of brownie dough. Press them gently together and roll into a ball (you want a half-and-half dough ball). Place on the baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
  • Bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are set but centers look slightly underdone (they’ll firm up as they cool).
  • Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Notes

Can I chill the dough before baking?

Yes, chilling the combined dough balls for 15–30 minutes can help prevent spreading and intensify the flavor.

Can I freeze the dough?

Absolutely. Shape the cookie dough balls, freeze on a tray until solid, then transfer to a freezer bag. Bake from frozen, adding 1–2 extra minutes.

Can I use all brown sugar in the chocolate chip dough?

Yes, but the cookies will be softer and slightly chewier with a richer flavor.

Can I make these without chocolate chips?

Yes, both doughs bake fine without chips, though chips add texture and flavor.

How do I store these cookies?

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or freeze baked cookies for up to 2 months.
Servings: 18 cookies
Calories: 180kcal