Rich, fudgy Brown Butter Chocolate Brownie Cookies with deep chocolate flavor and chewy texture — a decadent twist on classic cookies.
These Brown Butter Chocolate Brownie Cookies are remarkably delightful and taste like you’re biting into a brownie, but with a little more buttery elegance. The tops of these cookies crackle gently as they bake, while the interior stays chocolaty rich.
Brown butter poured over chocolate chips melted into a glossy syrup and dark cocoa powder are the major contributors to this brilliant darkness, while a combination of light brown sugar and granulated sugar sweeten the indulgence. This richness is undeniably delicious and a perfect fit for any chocolate lover.
Brown butter has a caramelized flavor that’s earthy in taste and quite noticeable in these Brown Butter Chocolate Brownie Cookies. However, the focus here is on the chocolate – profound intense chocolate. These cookies are truly an amazing treat.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons warm water
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
- 8 tablespoons salted butter
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons dark cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoons instant espresso powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Tips
- dark cocoa powder makes the flavors more intense
- whip the egg mixture long enough so it’s thick and creamy
- eggs incorporate better with other ingredients when they are room temperature
- espresso powder makes the chocolate more intense tasting – you can substitute it with instant coffee as well
(Makes 1 Dozen Cookies)
To Prepare:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line two sheet pans with parchment or silpat.
- In a large bowl, add chocolate chips, water and vanilla.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter until deep golden brown on bottom with golden foam, about 4 minutes. Pour over chocolate chips and stir until smooth.
- Whisk together dry ingredients – flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, espresso powder and salt, set aside.
- In a stand mixer or large bowl, cream together eggs and sugars for 3 minutes, scrape down sides of bowl. Mix on high speed until light in color, 4 minutes. Add melted chocolate mixture and mix until combined, about 1 minute.
- Mix the dry ingredients into the chocolate mixture by hand until dough comes together. Scoop onto sheet pans with ice cream scoop, about 6 to a tray.
- Bake on middle and upper racks for 9 minutes, remove and let cool on pan. Store in cookie jar. Enjoy!
These Brown Butter Chocolate Brownie Cookies are wonderful with coffee, especially after a delightful meal together with family and friends.
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