Brownie Cookie Bars – Soft Cookie on Fudgy Chocolate Base
Chewy Cookie Brownies combine a fudgy chocolate brownie base with a soft, chewy cookie topping for a decadent hybrid dessert.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 16 brownies
Ingredients
Brownie Layer:
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chunks
Cookie Layer:
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened or browned
1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chocolate chips or chunks
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper.
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Prepare brownie layer: mix melted butter, sugars, eggs, vanilla, cocoa, flour, salt, and chocolate chunks. Spread in pan.
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Prepare cookie layer: cream butter and sugars, mix in egg and vanilla, then fold in flour, baking soda, salt, and chocolate chips.
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Drop cookie dough over brownie layer and gently spread.
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Bake 30–35 minutes until edges are set and center is soft.
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Cool completely in pan before cutting into squares.
Notes
Optional mix-ins include nuts, caramel, or peanut butter swirls. Vegan and gluten-free adaptations possible.