Fudgy Chocolate Brownie Cookies – Better Than Takeout
Fudgy Chocolate Brownie Cookies are the best of both worlds – crispy edges and gooey centers. After making these many times, I discovered the trick to keeping them fudgy is to underbake them slightly. They’re perfect for satisfying your chocolate craving in a hurry. Keep reading for my tips on preventing flat cookies. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Sushi Bake and Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole.
Why This Fudgy Chocolate Brownie Cookies – Better Than Takeout Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy edges with gooey centers
- Ready in just 20 minutes
- Easy to customize with add-ins
- Better than takeout and freezer-friendly
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
- Unsweetened cocoa powder
- Baking soda
- Salt
- Unsalted butter
- Granulated sugar
- Large eggs
- Vanilla extract
- Semisweet chocolate chips
- Vanilla extract
- Salt
- Semisweet chocolate chips
- Optional: Powdered sugar for dusting
- Optional: Chopped nuts or dried fruits for mix-ins
📝 Ingredient Notes
- All-purpose flour: Spoon and level the flour to avoid adding too much.
- Unsalted butter: Melt the butter in the microwave for easy mixing.
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How to Make Fudgy Chocolate Brownie Cookies – Better Than Takeout
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Step 2: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Step 3: In a large bowl, cream together melted butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Step 4: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
- Step 5: Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Step 6: Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until cookies are set around the edges but still soft in the centers. Let cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Fudgy Chocolate Brownie Cookies – Better Than Takeout
- : For extra fudgy cookies, use an ice cream scoop to make larger cookies and bake for an additional minute or two.
- Common mistake and fix: To prevent flat cookies, avoid overmixing the dough and don't let the cookies overbake.
- : Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
- : Customize cookies with mix-ins like chopped nuts, dried fruits, or even crushed candy canes for the holidays.
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, or frozen for up to 3 months.
Freezing Fudgy Chocolate Brownie Cookies – Better Than Takeout
Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 5-10 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 15-20 seconds.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For extra fudgy cookies, use an ice cream scoop to make larger cookies and bake for an additional minute or two.
- Best substitution: Substitute the semisweet chocolate chips with dark chocolate chips for a more intense chocolate flavor.
- Make-ahead: Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 3 days, or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or halved to suit your needs.
- Troubleshooting: If your cookies are flat, try chilling the dough for 30 minutes before baking, or add a tablespoon of cornstarch to the dry ingredients.
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Fudgy Chocolate Brownie Cookies – Better Than Takeout
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- All-purpose flour
- Unsweetened cocoa powder
- Baking soda
- Salt
- Unsalted butter
- Granulated sugar
- Large eggs
- Vanilla extract
- Semisweet chocolate chips
Seasonings
- Vanilla extract
- Salt
- Semisweet chocolate chips
Optional Toppings
- Powdered sugar for dusting
- Chopped nuts or dried fruits for mix-ins
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Step 2: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Step 3: In a large bowl, cream together melted butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Step 4: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
- Step 5: Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Step 6: Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until cookies are set around the edges but still soft in the centers. Let cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
- Chef tip: For extra fudgy cookies, use an ice cream scoop to make larger cookies and bake for an additional minute or two.
- Best substitution: Substitute the semisweet chocolate chips with dark chocolate chips for a more intense chocolate flavor.
- Make-ahead: Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 3 days, or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or halved to suit your needs.
- Troubleshooting: If your cookies are flat, try chilling the dough for 30 minutes before baking, or add a tablespoon of cornstarch to the dry ingredients.
Storage
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 5-10 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 15-20 seconds.
- Make ahead: Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 3 days, or frozen for up to 3 months.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 120
- Protein: 2g
- Fat: 6g
- Carbs: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Cholesterol: 25mg
- 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
Overmixing the dough or overbaking the cookies can cause them to spread too much and become flat. To prevent this, avoid overmixing and keep an eye on the baking time.
Yes, the dough can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 3 days, or frozen for up to 3 months. Baked cookies can also be frozen for up to 3 months.
Overbaking the cookies can cause them to become dry. To prevent this, keep an eye on the baking time and remove the cookies from the oven as soon as they are set around the edges but still soft in the centers.
Yes, you can substitute the semisweet chocolate chips with dark chocolate chips, milk chocolate chips, or even white chocolate chips. You can also use a combination of different types of chocolate chips.
To make these cookies gluten-free, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend. You may need to adjust the liquid content slightly to achieve the right consistency.
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!
