Browned Butter Blondie Brookie Cookies – Thick and Gooey
Fudgy brookies cookies with browned butter blondie base and chocolate chips, perfect for gifting or indulgent snacking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12–15 minutes
- Total Time: 27–30 minutes
- Yield: 27–30 minutes 1x
Ingredients
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1/2 cup unsalted butter
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Brown the butter until golden and nutty, then cool slightly.
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Mix browned butter with sugars until smooth.
- Add egg and vanilla, whisking thoroughly.
- Sift and fold in flour, baking powder, salt, and cocoa powder.
- Fold in chocolate chips and optional nuts.
- Scoop dough onto sheets, flatten slightly, and bake 12–15 minutes.
- Cool 5 minutes on sheets before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Chill dough to prevent spreading. Sprinkle sea salt for enhanced flavor. Freeze for future enjoyment.