Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step 1: Melt the Chocolate & Butter
- In a heatproof bowl, melt 225 g dark chocolate and butter together.
- Use a microwave in 20-second bursts (stirring between) or a double boiler until smooth.
- Let cool slightly while preparing the rest.
Step 2: Mix the Sugars & Eggs
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together caster sugar, Demerara sugar, and eggs using a hand mixer or whisk until the mixture is pale, thick, and ribbony (about 2–3 minutes).
- Add vanilla extract and mix until combined.
Step 3: Combine Chocolate & Egg Mixture
- Slowly pour the cooled, melted chocolate into the sugar-egg mixture while continuously whisking to create a smooth, glossy batter.
Step 4: Add Dry Ingredients
- Sift in flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Fold gently using a spatula until just combined.
- Stir in chocolate chips.
Step 5: Rest the Batter
- Let the batter sit at room temperature for 15–20 minutes to thicken (important for chewy brookies with crackly tops).
Step 6: Scoop & Bake
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Scoop heaped tablespoons of dough onto the sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes — edges will be set, but centers should be soft and fudgy.
Step 7: Cool & Serve
- Let brookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy slightly warm for maximum gooeyness!
Notes
🧊 Storage & Reheating
Room Temperature:
Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Freezing:
Freeze unbaked dough balls for up to 2 months. Bake from frozen, adding 1–2 minutes to bake time. Reheating:
Microwave for 10 seconds to revive the gooey center. 🥄 Variations Triple Chocolate Brookies: Add white chocolate chips along with dark and milk. Nutty Brookies: Stir in chopped walnuts or pecans for crunch. Salted Caramel Drizzle: Drizzle warm caramel over baked brookies and sprinkle with sea salt. Espresso Boost: Add 1 teaspoon espresso powder to enhance chocolate flavor. Gluten-Free: Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend (texture will slightly vary). Dairy-Free Version: Use dairy-free butter and chocolate alternatives. Brookie Ice Cream Sandwiches: Sandwich vanilla or chocolate ice cream between two brookies. Stuffed Brookies: Add a square of dark chocolate or Nutella in the center before baking. Spiced Brookies: Add a pinch of cinnamon or chili powder for a warming kick. Mini Brookies: Use a mini cookie scoop and bake for 8 minutes for bite-sized brookies. ❓ 10 FAQs What’s a brookie?
It’s a hybrid dessert that’s half brownie, half cookie — the best of both worlds. How do I get the crackly tops?
Beat the sugars and eggs well until pale and thick, and let the batter rest before baking. Can I use milk chocolate instead of dark chocolate?
Yes, but dark chocolate gives that rich, fudgy taste. Milk chocolate will be sweeter and lighter. Do I have to rest the batter?
Yes, this thickens the batter to create that perfect chewy texture and prevents spreading. Can I double the recipe?
Absolutely! Just bake in batches. What’s the difference between brookies and brownie cookies?
They’re the same — brookies is a fun nickname for brownie cookies. Can I use coconut sugar?
Yes, but it may alter the texture slightly and make them chewier. Are these freezer-friendly after baking?
Yes, freeze cooled brookies for up to a month. Do I need a mixer?
A hand whisk works, but a mixer makes it quicker to achieve that fluffy, aerated texture. Can I make these gluten-free?
Yes, a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well. 🏁 Conclusion These Fudgy Chewy Brookies (Brownie Cookies) are the ultimate answer to your chocolate cravings. With crispy edges, a gooey center, and bursts of melty chocolate chips, these brookies are bakery-quality treats made effortlessly at home — with no pork products, no alcohol, and all the indulgence. Perfect for bake sales, chocolate lovers, or a simple sweet weekend project!
Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Freezing:
Freeze unbaked dough balls for up to 2 months. Bake from frozen, adding 1–2 minutes to bake time. Reheating:
Microwave for 10 seconds to revive the gooey center. 🥄 Variations Triple Chocolate Brookies: Add white chocolate chips along with dark and milk. Nutty Brookies: Stir in chopped walnuts or pecans for crunch. Salted Caramel Drizzle: Drizzle warm caramel over baked brookies and sprinkle with sea salt. Espresso Boost: Add 1 teaspoon espresso powder to enhance chocolate flavor. Gluten-Free: Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend (texture will slightly vary). Dairy-Free Version: Use dairy-free butter and chocolate alternatives. Brookie Ice Cream Sandwiches: Sandwich vanilla or chocolate ice cream between two brookies. Stuffed Brookies: Add a square of dark chocolate or Nutella in the center before baking. Spiced Brookies: Add a pinch of cinnamon or chili powder for a warming kick. Mini Brookies: Use a mini cookie scoop and bake for 8 minutes for bite-sized brookies. ❓ 10 FAQs What’s a brookie?
It’s a hybrid dessert that’s half brownie, half cookie — the best of both worlds. How do I get the crackly tops?
Beat the sugars and eggs well until pale and thick, and let the batter rest before baking. Can I use milk chocolate instead of dark chocolate?
Yes, but dark chocolate gives that rich, fudgy taste. Milk chocolate will be sweeter and lighter. Do I have to rest the batter?
Yes, this thickens the batter to create that perfect chewy texture and prevents spreading. Can I double the recipe?
Absolutely! Just bake in batches. What’s the difference between brookies and brownie cookies?
They’re the same — brookies is a fun nickname for brownie cookies. Can I use coconut sugar?
Yes, but it may alter the texture slightly and make them chewier. Are these freezer-friendly after baking?
Yes, freeze cooled brookies for up to a month. Do I need a mixer?
A hand whisk works, but a mixer makes it quicker to achieve that fluffy, aerated texture. Can I make these gluten-free?
Yes, a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well. 🏁 Conclusion These Fudgy Chewy Brookies (Brownie Cookies) are the ultimate answer to your chocolate cravings. With crispy edges, a gooey center, and bursts of melty chocolate chips, these brookies are bakery-quality treats made effortlessly at home — with no pork products, no alcohol, and all the indulgence. Perfect for bake sales, chocolate lovers, or a simple sweet weekend project!