Description
Discover the perfect balance of cookie crunch and fudgy brownie richness with these Easy Brookie Bars. Combining a buttery chocolate chip cookie base with a luscious cocoa brownie topping, this ultimate recipe delivers a deliciously indulgent dessert that’s simple to make and sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.
Ingredients
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Cookie Layer
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¾ cup chocolate chips
Brownie Layer
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- â…“ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring easy removal of the bars after baking.
- Make the Cookie Dough: Cream the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined. Gradually mix in the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until just combined. Gently fold in the chocolate chips, then press this cookie dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Prepare the Brownie Batter: Whisk together the melted butter and granulated sugar until smooth. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly. Stir in the unsweetened cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder until the batter is smooth and well combined. Pour this brownie batter evenly over the cookie layer in the pan.
- Bake the Brookie Bars: Place the pan in the oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs but no wet batter. This ensures a fudgy consistency.
- Cool and Slice: Allow the brookie bars to cool completely in the pan to set the layers properly. For clean, sharp edges, optionally chill the bars in the refrigerator for 1 hour before slicing into 9 to 12 bars.
Notes
- Underbaking slightly will ensure a fudgier brownie texture.
- Add ½ cup chopped walnuts into the brownie batter or cookie layer for extra crunch.
- Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top before baking to enhance flavor contrast.
- Chilling the bars before slicing helps achieve bakery-style sharp edges.
