Fudgy Chocolate Brownie Cookies – Better Than Takeout
Fudgy Chocolate Brownie Cookies – Bite into the perfect combination of crispy edges and gooey centers. After making these many times, I’ve discovered the secret to keeping them fudgy. Jump to the recipe or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Fluffy Cheesy Protein Biscuits and Crispy Dill Pickle Bread.
Why This Fudgy Chocolate Brownie Cookies – Better Than Takeout Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy edges with a gooey center
- Easy to make, better than takeout
- Satisfies your chocolate craving
What You'll Need for Fudgy Chocolate Brownie Cookies – Better Than Takeout
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- All-purpose flour
- Granulated sugar
- Cocoa powder
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Eggs
- Melted butter
- Vanilla extract
- Semisweet chocolate chips
- Vanilla extract
- Salt
- Cocoa powder
- Optional: Powdered sugar for dusting
- Optional: Melted chocolate for drizzling
đź“ť Ingredient Notes
- Cocoa powder: Use unsweetened for a deeper chocolate flavor.
đź›’ Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- KitchenAid Stand Mixer — Ensures even mixing and saves time. → See on Amazon
- Silicone Baking Mats — Prevents cookies from sticking and makes cleanup easy. → See on Amazon
How to Make Fudgy Chocolate Brownie Cookies – Better Than Takeout
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Step 2: In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, and salt.
- Step 3: In another bowl, mix eggs, melted butter, and vanilla. Add dry ingredients and mix until combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
- Step 4: Drop rounded spoonfuls onto prepared sheets. Bake for 8-10 minutes, until edges are set but centers are still soft.
- Step 5: Cool on sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Fudgy Chocolate Brownie Cookies – Better Than Takeout
- : For extra fudgy cookies, underbake slightly.
- Common mistake and fix: If your cookies turn out dry, add an extra egg yolk to the batter next time.
- : Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Storing & Reheating Fudgy Chocolate Brownie Cookies – Better Than Takeout
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Make-ahead tip: Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 3 days.
Freezing Fudgy Chocolate Brownie Cookies – Better Than Takeout
Freeze baked cookies for up to 3 months.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in a 300°F (150°C) oven for 5-10 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 10-15 seconds, but be careful not to overheat.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: Use a cookie scoop for evenly sized cookies.
- Best substitution: Substitute the semisweet chocolate chips with dark or milk chocolate chips.
- Make-ahead: Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- Scaling: This recipe can be doubled or halved easily.
- Troubleshooting: If your cookies are burning on the bottom, reduce the baking time or use a lower oven rack.
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Fudgy Chocolate Brownie Cookies – Better Than Takeout
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- All-purpose flour
- Granulated sugar
- Cocoa powder
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Eggs
- Melted butter
- Vanilla extract
- Semisweet chocolate chips
Seasonings
- Vanilla extract
- Salt
- Cocoa powder
Optional Toppings
- Powdered sugar for dusting
- Melted chocolate for drizzling
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Step 2: In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, and salt.
- Step 3: In another bowl, mix eggs, melted butter, and vanilla. Add dry ingredients and mix until combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
- Step 4: Drop rounded spoonfuls onto prepared sheets. Bake for 8-10 minutes, until edges are set but centers are still soft.
- Step 5: Cool on sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
- Chef tip: Use a cookie scoop for evenly sized cookies.
- Best substitution: Substitute the semisweet chocolate chips with dark or milk chocolate chips.
- Make-ahead: Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- Scaling: This recipe can be doubled or halved easily.
- Troubleshooting: If your cookies are burning on the bottom, reduce the baking time or use a lower oven rack.
Storage
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Freeze baked cookies for up to 3 months.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in a 300°F (150°C) oven for 5-10 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 10-15 seconds, but be careful not to overheat.
- Make ahead: Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 120
- Protein: 2g
- Fat: 6g
- Carbs: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Cholesterol: 30mg
- Sat. Fat: 3g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Fudgy Chocolate Brownie Cookies – Better Than Takeout FAQs
Yes, the dough can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 3 days.
If your cookies turned out dry, add an extra egg yolk to the batter next time.
Yes, freeze baked cookies for up to 3 months.
No, these cookies are best baked in the oven.
You can substitute the semisweet chocolate chips with dark or milk chocolate chips.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Fudgy Chocolate Brownie Cookies – Better Than Takeout and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
