The Ultimate Brownie-Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookie:
A Dessert Lover’s Dream
Do you ever find yourself stuck between choosing a chewy chocolate chip cookie or a fudgy brownie? Well, what if I told you that you don’t have to choose? Enter the Brownie-Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookie—the dessert mashup you didn’t know you needed, but now you won’t be able to live without!
This indulgent treat combines two of the most beloved desserts into one mind-blowing creation. Imagine biting into a classic, golden-brown chocolate chip cookie, only to discover a rich, gooey brownie center waiting for you. It’s the perfect balance of textures and flavors—crispy edges, chewy cookie, and that irresistible fudgy surprise.
Whether you’re looking to impress guests, wow your family, or simply satisfy your own sweet tooth, this recipe will quickly become a go-to in your kitchen. Let’s dive in!
The Perfect Occasion for Brownie-Stuffed Cookies
These brownie-stuffed chocolate chip cookies are perfect for so many occasions:
- Cookie swaps: Bring a unique and show-stopping cookie to your next cookie exchange.
- Holiday gatherings: Impress friends and family with this decadent treat that combines two desserts in one.
- Baking with kids: This recipe is fun to make with little ones. They’ll love helping to stuff the cookies!
- A sweet surprise: Whether it’s a special dessert night or just a mid-week pick-me-up, these cookies are guaranteed to hit the spot.
Brownie-Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe:
Ingredients
For the Brownies:
- 1 ½ cups chocolate chips (melted)
- ¾ cup butter (melted)
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 Tbsp vegetable, coconut, or almond oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¾ cup flour
For the Chocolate Chip Cookies:
- 1 cup butter
- ¾ cup packed brown sugar
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 eggs + 2 egg yolks
- 1 Tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 3.5 oz instant vanilla pudding mix (or ¾ cup flour)
- 1 cup milk or semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
Directions
Step 1: Brownie Layer
- Melt the chocolate chips and butter in a microwave-safe bowl for 30 sec. to 1 min.
- Mix in cocoa powder and salt, then stir in sugars until fully combined.
- Whisk in eggs, oil, and vanilla extract, then stir in flour.
- Pour into a greased 9x13-inch pan and
- bake at 350°F for 25-30 minutes. Slightly underbake for a gooey texture.
- Cool and cut your brownies into 1 inch squares, trim the edges, then place them in the freezer for an hour, or until your cookie dough is created.
Step 2: Cookie Layer
- Cream together sugars and butter until fluffy, then mix in vanilla.
- In a separate bowl, whisk eggs and yolks, then add to the creamed mixture.
- Mix dry ingredients (baking powder, soda, cornstarch, flour, pudding mix) and fold into the wet mixture.
- Stir in chocolate chips.
- Form 2.5oz dough balls, if you have the time, refrigerate dough for 2-24 hours.
- Bring back to room temperature to create a deep creator with your finger, and place your brownie square into your dough.
- Wrap your cookie dough around the brownie tightly.
- Gently press additional chips into the top to really make them eye appealing
- bake at 375°F for 9-10 minutes.
The Ultimate Mashup
When it comes to dessert, why settle for one thing when you can have two? These brownie-stuffed chocolate chip cookies bring the best of both worlds—cookie and brownie—in a single bite. Each cookie is like a sweet little surprise, and once you try them, you might never go back to plain cookies again!
Give this recipe a try, and let me know what you think! Whether you're a brownie fan, a cookie lover, or both, this dessert will satisfy all your cravings. Happy baking!
