The BEST Fudgy Chewy Brookies

Chewy, fudgy, and everything you’ve ever dreamed of in a cookie-brownie combo.

Brookies are the perfect blend of brownie and cookie goodness, offering the best of both treats in every bite. The fudgy, chocolatey base mimics the rich texture of brownies, while the chewy, slightly crisp edges resemble a chocolate chip cookie. It’s the dessert that’s practically made for chocolate lovers, with a perfect balance of chewy, fudgy, and slightly crunchy textures.

???? Ingredients (Makes about 16–20 brookies)

For the Brownie Layer:

• Unsalted butter – 115g (½ cup), melted
• Granulated sugar – 180g (¾ cup)
• Brown sugar – 50g (¼ cup), packed
• Eggs – 2 large
• Vanilla extract – 5ml (1 tsp)
• All-purpose flour – 120g (1 cup)
• Cocoa powder – 40g (½ cup)
• Baking powder – 5g (1 tsp)
• Salt – 1g (½ tsp)
• Semi-sweet chocolate chips – 100g (½ cup)

For the Cookie Layer:

• Unsalted butter – 115g (½ cup), softened
• Granulated sugar – 100g (½ cup)
• Brown sugar – 50g (¼ cup), packed
• Eggs – 1 large
• Vanilla extract – 5ml (1 tsp)
• All-purpose flour – 180g (1 ½ cups)
• Baking soda – 5g (1 tsp)
• Salt – 1g (½ tsp)
• Semi-sweet chocolate chips – 100g (½ cup)

????‍???? Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a 9×9-inch square baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it for easy removal.

2. Make the Brownie Layer

In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, and stir in the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until combined. Stir in the chocolate chips. Spread this brownie batter evenly into the prepared pan.

3. Make the Cookie Layer

In a separate bowl, beat together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until creamy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, and beat until combined.
In another bowl, mix the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Stir in the chocolate chips.

4. Layer the Brookies

Drop spoonfuls of the cookie dough on top of the brownie batter in a random pattern. Use a spatula or your hands to gently spread the cookie dough across the brownie layer, making sure not to mix them too much—this will create a layered effect.

5. Bake

Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (don’t overbake). The edges will be slightly firm, but the center will remain fudgy.

6. Cool & Slice

Let the brookies cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice into squares and serve!

????️ How to Serve Brookies

• Warm with ice cream: Serve a warm brookie with a scoop of vanilla or salted caramel ice cream for the ultimate indulgence.
• Dipped in milk: Perfect for dunking into a glass of cold milk or hot coffee.
• As a treat: Pack them in a lunchbox, serve at a bake sale, or bring them to your next gathering for a show-stopping dessert.

???? Pro Tips for the Perfect Brookie

• Don’t overmix: When layering the cookie dough over the brownie batter, avoid mixing too much to keep that iconic, fudgy brownie texture at the bottom.
• Chill the dough: For slightly thicker cookie dough, chill it for 15–30 minutes before dropping spoonfuls onto the brownie layer.
• Extra gooey texture: To achieve a gooier brownie base, slightly underbake the brookies. The edges should still be set, but the middle should remain soft and fudgy.

???? Nutrition Info (Per 1 Brookie)

???? Final Thoughts

These Fudgy Chewy Brookies are the ultimate combination of two of your favorite desserts, and they make for a treat that’s sure to satisfy your sweet tooth! The chewy, chocolate chip cookie layer pairs so well with the rich, fudgy brownie base. Whether you enjoy them warm out of the oven or cold for a sweet snack, these brookies will definitely become a favorite in your baking repertoire.