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The Ultimate Fudgy Chewy Brownie Cookies with a Crackly Top

A stack of four rich, dark brownie cookies with shiny, crinkled tops, plus one leaning against the stack.
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Bake bakery-style brownie cookies that combine the rich, deep chocolate flavor of brownies with a satisfyingly chewy cookie texture. This recipe delivers the signature shiny, crackly top you want in a decadent chocolate treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (100g) packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup (90g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup (45g) unsweetened cocoa powder, natural or Dutch-process
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 4 ounces (113g) bittersweet chocolate, chopped or chips
  • 1/2 cup (85g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • Flaky sea salt, for sprinkling (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fully combined.
  3. Whisk in the eggs one at a time until the mixture is smooth. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed or by hand until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Fold in the chopped bittersweet chocolate and semi-sweet chocolate chips. The dough will be thick.
  7. Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each mound.
  8. If using, lightly sprinkle the tops of the dough balls with flaky sea salt.
  9. Bake for 10 to 13 minutes. The edges should look set, but the centers will still look slightly soft and gooey. This is key for a fudgy center.
  10. Remove the sheets from the oven. Let the brownie cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. The tops will develop their signature crackle as they cool.

Notes

  • For the best shiny, crackly top, ensure your eggs and butter are at room temperature before mixing.
  • Do not overbake these cookies; they should remain slightly underdone in the center for a gooey center.
  • Chill the dough for 30 minutes if your kitchen is very warm, which helps prevent excessive spreading.

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