Brookies are the ultimate dessert combo — rich brownie base topped with gooey chocolate chip cookie dough. A must-bake for chocolate lovers.
For the Brownie Layer:
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 tsp salt
1/3 cup chocolate chips (optional)
For the Cookie Layer:
1/3 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 tbsp granulated sugar
1 egg yolk
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 tsp baking soda
1/8 tsp salt
1/3 cup chocolate chips
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper.
For the brownie layer, mix melted butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla. Stir in cocoa, flour, and salt. Spread in pan.
For the cookie layer, cream butter and sugars. Add egg yolk and vanilla. Mix in flour, baking soda, salt, and chocolate chips.
Drop cookie dough over brownie layer and spread gently.
Bake for 25–30 minutes, until top is golden and toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
Cool completely before slicing.
Add nuts or caramel for extra flair.
Store in airtight container for 3–4 days or freeze for 2 months.