If you’ve ever stood in your kitchen, torn between baking brownies or cookies (because life’s full of tough choices), Fudgy Chewy Brookies are your sweet solution. These little marvels combine the deep, chocolatey richness of brownies with the soft chew of cookies—all in one irresistible bite.
As someone who believes dessert should make life’s chaos just a little bit sweeter, I can promise you this brookie recipe hits all the right notes. Whether you’re baking for your family, friends, or that late-night chocolate craving that refuses to quit, these fudgy brookies deliver joy in every bite.
Plus, they’re incredibly simple to make—no fancy equipment or pastry-school degree required. Just some pantry staples, a bit of chocolate magic, and about half an hour of your time. So grab your whisk, preheat that oven, and get ready for a dessert that’s chewy, gooey, and utterly impossible to share.
Why You’ll Love These Fudgy Chewy Brookies
What makes these Fudgy Chewy Brookies so special? For starters, they’re perfectly balanced. You get that crisp, crinkly top from a brownie, the soft chew of a cookie, and just enough chocolate chips for a melty surprise in every bite.
They’re the kind of easy dessert recipe that makes you look like a baking pro—without any of the stress. Whether it’s a bake sale, family movie night, or a cozy Sunday afternoon, these brookies are pure comfort in cookie form.
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Fudgy Chewy Brookies
- Total Time: 29 minutes
- Yield: About 20–24 brookies 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
These Fudgy Chewy Brookies are the perfect marriage between brownies and cookies—rich, chocolatey, and irresistibly chewy. With a crisp, crackly top and soft, gooey center, they deliver everything you love about both desserts in one bite. Simple to make and impossible to resist, this easy brookie recipe is ideal for bake sales, family nights, or those moments when you just can’t decide between cookies or brownies.
Ingredients
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95 g (¾ cup) plain all-purpose flour
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2 tablespoons cocoa powder
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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¼ teaspoon salt
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225 g (1¼ cups) dark chocolate, chopped
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56 g (¼ cup) butter (salted or unsalted)
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2 large eggs, room temperature
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100 g (¾ cup) caster or granulated sugar
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90 g (½ cup) Demerara or raw sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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85 g (½ cup) dark or milk chocolate chips
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 160ºC (320ºF) fan or 170ºC (338ºF) conventional. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
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Melt chocolate and butter together in a heatproof bowl over simmering water. Stir until smooth and glossy. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
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Whip eggs and sugars in a separate bowl for 5 minutes until pale and fluffy. This creates the signature crackly top.
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Combine dry ingredients – sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Stir in chocolate chips.
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Fold together – gently fold the melted chocolate mixture into the whipped eggs, then fold in the dry ingredients just until combined.
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Scoop and bake – place tablespoons of batter onto the tray, spacing evenly. Bake for 12–14 minutes, until the tops are shiny and set.
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Cool and serve – allow brookies to rest for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Sprinkle lightly with sea salt if desired.
Notes
Do not overbake – remove when the edges are set but the center is still soft.
Use room temperature eggs for better texture and volume.
Mix gently to keep that fudgy, brownie-like texture.
Customize with a mix of dark and milk chocolate chips for layered flavor.
Store at room temperature for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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95 g (¾ cup) plain all-purpose flour
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2 tablespoons cocoa powder
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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¼ teaspoon salt
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225 g (1¼ cups) dark chocolate, chopped
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56 g (¼ cup) butter (salted or unsalted)
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2 large eggs, room temperature
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100 g (¾ cup) caster or granulated sugar
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90 g (½ cup) Demerara or raw sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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85 g (½ cup) dark or milk chocolate chips
How to Make These Fudgy Chewy Brookies
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Preheat the oven: Set it to 160ºC (320ºF) fan or 170ºC (338ºF) conventional. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
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Melt the chocolate and butter: In a heatproof bowl over simmering water, melt the chopped dark chocolate and butter together. Stir until silky smooth, then remove from the heat and mix in the vanilla extract.
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Whip the eggs and sugars: In another bowl, beat eggs, caster sugar, and Demerara sugar for 5 minutes, until pale and fluffy. This gives the brookies their beautiful crackly top.
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Combine the dry ingredients: Sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Stir in the chocolate chips.
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Mix it all: Gently fold the melted chocolate mixture into the whipped eggs, then fold in the dry ingredients just until combined.
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Bake: Scoop tablespoons of batter onto the tray, spacing them out. Bake for 12–14 minutes until set and crackled.
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Cool and enjoy: Let them rest for 10 minutes before transferring to a rack. Sprinkle with a touch of sea salt if you’re feeling fancy.
Baking Tips for Perfect Brookies
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Don’t overbake! The secret to chewy chocolate cookies is pulling them out just when the edges set. They’ll firm up as they cool.
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Room temp eggs = magic. They blend better and make for a smoother, richer batter.
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Mix gently. Overmixing can deflate that gorgeous brownie-like texture.
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Chocolate choices: Want extra indulgence? Use a mix of dark and milk chocolate chips.
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Storage tip: If your kitchen’s warm, stash these in the fridge—they’ll stay fudgy longer!
And if your first batch disappears within minutes, don’t worry. That’s normal. Just call it “quality control.”
A Personal Note from My Kitchen
This brookie recipe holds a special place in my heart. I first made it during a family movie night when my kids couldn’t agree—half wanted brownies, the other half wanted cookies (typical!). So, I did what any dessert-loving mom would do: made both, in one.
The smell of melting chocolate filled the kitchen, and before I could even pour a glass of milk, half the batch was gone. Since then, Fudgy Chewy Brookies have become a household tradition—perfect for rainy days, bake sales, and just-because moments. They remind me that sometimes the best things come from compromise… especially when chocolate’s involved.
What to Serve with Fudgy Chewy Brookies
These brookies are delicious all on their own, but if you want to take things up a notch, here are some ideas:
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With Ice Cream: Warm brookies topped with a scoop of vanilla or salted caramel ice cream—pure bliss.
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Coffee or Hot Cocoa: The bitterness of coffee balances the sweetness perfectly.
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Fresh Berries: A handful of raspberries or strawberries adds a lovely contrast.
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Party Dessert Board: Pair brookies with brownies, cookies, and bite-sized fruit for a fun dessert platter.
No matter how you serve them, these brownie cookies make every occasion feel a little more special (and a lot more delicious).
How to Store Your Brookies
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Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Slip a slice of bread in the container to keep them soft (a grandma trick that actually works).
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Refrigerate: Keeps them fresh and fudgy for up to a week.
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Freeze: Place cooled brookies in a freezer bag or container with parchment between layers. Freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in the microwave for 10–15 seconds before serving.
They’re just as divine after freezing—perfect for those “I need chocolate now” emergencies.
FAQs About Fudgy Chewy Brookies
Can I use milk chocolate instead of dark chocolate?
Yes! It’ll make the brookies sweeter and a bit softer. A mix of both gives the best flavor balance.
Can I double this brookie recipe?
Absolutely! Just use two baking trays or bake in batches.
Why did my brookies turn out cakey?
You may have overbaked them or added too much flour. Remember, a slightly gooey center is what makes fudgy brookies amazing.
Can I make them gluten-free?
Yes—swap the all-purpose flour for a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend.
What’s the best way to reheat them?
Pop them in the microwave for 10 seconds or warm them in a low oven for a few minutes for that fresh-baked feel.
A Sweet Final Thought
If you’ve been searching for a Fudgy Chewy Brookies recipe that delivers everything you love about brownies and cookies in one bite—this is it. Simple ingredients, rich chocolate flavor, and that dreamy chewy texture make them an easy dessert recipe you’ll want to bake on repeat.
So go ahead—pour yourself a glass of milk, grab a warm brookie (or three), and savor a little chocolate happiness. Because life’s too short not to have dessert first.
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