Description
If you love fudgy brownies and can’t resist a spoonful of cookie dough, these Cookie Dough Brownies are your dream dessert! This decadent treat combines two beloved sweets in one indulgent bite—rich chocolate brownies layered with soft, eggless cookie dough. No baking the top layer required!
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Ingredients
For the Brownie Base:
1 cup unsalted butter
2 cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
½ tsp salt
½ tsp baking powder
For the Cookie Dough Layer (Egg-Free):
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
½ cup brown sugar
¼ cup granulated sugar
2 tbsp milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour (heat-treated if preferred)
½ tsp salt
¾ cup mini chocolate chips
Optional Toppings:
Additional chocolate chips
Chocolate drizzle
Sea salt flakes
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat & Prep
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
Step 2: Make the Brownie Layer
In a large saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Remove from heat.
Whisk in sugar, then add eggs and vanilla. Stir until fully combined.
Add flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder. Stir just until no streaks remain.
Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
Bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
Step 3: Make the Cookie Dough Layer
In a mixing bowl, beat together softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy.
Add milk and vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
Mix in flour and salt until well combined.
Fold in mini chocolate chips with a spatula.
Step 4: Layer the Cookie Dough
Once the brownies are completely cooled, spread the cookie dough layer evenly over the top.
Use an offset spatula or the back of a spoon to smooth the surface.
Step 5: Chill & Set
Refrigerate the pan for at least 1–2 hours to firm up the cookie dough layer.
Optional: Top with extra chocolate chips, a drizzle of melted chocolate, or a sprinkle of sea salt.
Step 6: Slice & Serve
Use the parchment overhang to lift the bars out of the pan.
Cut into squares or bars with a sharp knife.
Wipe the blade between cuts for clean slices.
Notes
Cool Brownies First – The cookie dough layer will melt if spread on warm brownies.
Chill Before Slicing – Chilling helps the layers set and cuts neatly.
Use Heat-Treated Flour – If concerned, microwave the flour for 1 minute or bake at 350°F for 5 minutes.
Add Mix-Ins – Try toffee bits, peanut butter chips, or chopped nuts.
Double the Chocolate – Add chocolate chunks to the brownie batter for extra richness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Cuisine: American