You all know about my obsession with cookies, right? The crispy exterior that gives an audible crunch with every bite is simply too satisfying to hear! But as much as I love that crunch, sometimes I crave that warm chocolaty deliciousness that oozes out just like a brownie. And for moments like this, brownie cookies are the perfect answer!
Crispy on the outside and fudgy on the inside- chocolate brownie cookies are the ultimate 2-in-1 treat that combines two of my favorite desserts into one delicious bite. With a crinkled shell on the top, the dessert hints at the chewy and dense center that’s loaded with chocolaty deliciousness.
Crafted with selected ingredients, fudgy chocolate brownie cookies have a delightful balance of flavors. The high-quality dark chocolate and cocoa powder give the dessert a gooey and intense taste, while a subtle hint of vanilla beautifully balances out the bold taste. The white sugar gives the brownie cookies those beautiful crisp edges found in the cookies.
To help create the chewy, soft texture inside, brown sugar steps in and gives the dessert a caramelized texture that makes each bite irresistibly delicious!
Flavorful Add-Ins For Extra Taste and Texture
With so many customization options available, it would be a total miss not to have fun experimenting with this dessert! From crunchy nuts to caramel drizzle, there are tons of ways to personalize these brownie cookies and make them uniquely yours.
Here are some ideas to add extra texture and flavor to the chocolate brownie cookies:
Chocolate Chips
This dessert already has a chocolate base, but who says you can’t add even more?
Adding more chocolates, for instance, chocolate chips take the brownie cookies to the next level simply by their melting texture! Depending on your preference, you can go for milk, chocolate, dark or semi-sweet chocolate chips for this recipe. You can also mix several varieties for a better texture and flavor.
To add chocolate chips to this dessert, simply fold them into the dough after the wet and dry ingredients are thoroughly mixed. For a standard batch of brownie cookies, 1 cup of chocolate chips is the perfect amount to achieve a rich chocolaty taste in this dessert. If you are adding more than 1 cup of chocolate chips to this recipe, you may need to adjust the baking time accordingly.
Nuts
The soft and gooey center of the brownie cookie is what makes this dessert so special!
But why not add some crunch to the mix?
By including chopped walnuts, pecans, almonds, hazelnuts, and macadamia, you can introduce textures that contrast beautifully with the fuzzy center of the brownie cookies! The bitterness of the nuts enhance the rich flavor of the chocolate and make it taste even more delicious with the crunchy addition.
To enjoy nutty-flavored brownie cookies, start by chopping the nuts into bite-sized pieces before mixing them with the dough. For a bolder flavor, I recommend toasting the nuts before adding them to the mix. You can add up to ½ cup of chopped nuts to this recipe without overpowering the chocolate flavor.
Dried Fruits
As much as I love the dark intensity of the chocolate, it’s best enjoyed with a touch of sweetness to balance it out!
Fruits come with a natural sweetness that goes really well with the chocolate flavor. Dried fruits are even better in this regard as they offer a more concentrated sweetness compared to fresh ones. Varieties like raisins, cranberries, cherries and raspberries add a sweet and chewy texture to each bite and make the dessert even more satisfying!
Start by chopping the dried fruits into small pieces or slice them in half if they are small. Gently fold the fruits into the dough with a spatula until they are evenly distributed. I prefer to soak the dried fruits in warm water for 10 minutes before adding them to the dough. This helps soften the fruits a bit and makes them juicier- ensuring each bite of the chocolate brownie cookie is packed with fruity goodness and a delicious chewy texture.
Caramel
Another sweet contrast that goes really with chocolate is the caramel flavor. In addition to the sweetness, caramel brings a buttery richness to the dessert that complements the chocolate in a delicious way. With a sticky layer of caramel covering the top, the dessert gets a beautiful, glossy finish that looks perfect for any special occasion!
You can use store-bought caramel sauce or make it on your own as it’s pretty easy to prepare. Drizzle the sauce over the brownie cookie dough before baking or make a swirling pattern for presentation. For a bolder flavor, consider using caramel chunks instead of sauce as the chunks melt and create delicious bits of caramel throughout the brownie cookies.
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Each spoonful delivers the taste of deep chocolate flavor that’s rich, yet not overwhelmingly sweet- making it the perfect dessert for even the pickiest chocolate lovers. With this fudgy chocolate brownie recipe, you get twice the deliciousness- a soft center with melting chocolate and perfectly crispy edges that give you gooey and crunchy in one delightful treat!
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