Description
These Salted Brownie Cookies are the ultimate treat, combining the fudgy richness of a brownie with the convenience of a cookie. Featuring crinkly tops, a dense chew, and a perfect balance of sweet and salty, they’re guaranteed to be a new favorite.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (100g) packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs + 1 extra egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup (75g) unsweetened cocoa powder (natural or Dutch-processed)
- 1/2 cup (60g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt (for dough)
- 1 cup (170g) chocolate chips or chopped chocolate chunks
- 1–2 teaspoons flaky sea salt, for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Whisk in eggs and extra egg yolk one at a time, then vanilla extract. Whisk vigorously for 1-2 minutes until lightened and slightly thickened.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, and fine sea salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in chocolate chips/chunks until evenly distributed.
- Cover dough and chill for at least 30 minutes (up to 2 hours).
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 9-12 minutes, until edges are set but centers are still soft.
- Immediately sprinkle with flaky sea salt. Let cool on sheets for 5-10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins