Can’t decide between chocolate chip cookies or brownies? This easy brookie recipe solves that delicious dilemma by combining both treats into one irresistible dessert bar that takes just 30 minutes to make!
Brookie recipes have taken the dessert world by storm, and it’s easy to see why. This easy brookie recipe combines the chewy goodness of chocolate chip cookies with the fudgy richness of brownies in one perfect treat. No more choosing between your two favorite desserts – now you can have both in every bite!
What Are Brookies?
Brookies are the perfect hybrid dessert that marries chocolate chip cookies and brownies into one incredible bar. The name says it all – “brownie” meets “cookie” to create something magical. This chocolate chip brookie recipe features a dense brownie base topped with dollops of cookie dough that bake together into dessert heaven.
The beauty of brookies lies in their amazing texture contrast. You get the satisfying chew of a perfectly baked cookie combined with the rich, fudgy bite of a premium brownie. It’s this combination that makes brookie recipes so popular with both kids and adults.
Why This Brookie Recipe Works Every Time
This brookie recipe is designed for busy bakers who want maximum flavor with minimal fuss. By using brownie mix as the base, we cut prep time in half while still delivering that homemade taste everyone loves. The result? Perfect chocolate chip brookies that turn out beautifully every single time.
What Makes These Chocolate Chip Brookies Special:
- Ready in just 30 minutes from start to finish
- Uses simple ingredients you probably already have
- Perfect for feeding a crowd (serves 12-16)
- No advanced baking skills required
- Great for beginners and experienced bakers alike
- Easy to transport and serve
Perfect Occasions for This Easy Brookie Recipe
These chocolate chip brookies are incredibly versatile and perfect for any gathering where you want to impress without spending hours baking.
Summer cookouts and BBQs are ideal for this brookie recipe. They travel well, don’t need refrigeration, and the familiar flavors appeal to guests of all ages. Cut them into squares for easy outdoor serving.
Office potlucks love chocolate chip brookies because they’re substantial enough that one square satisfies, they’re not messy to eat, and they can be made the night before. Plus, they always disappear first!
Kids’ parties are perfect for brookies since children recognize and love both chocolate chip cookies and brownies. They’re exciting to look at and not too messy for little hands.
Holiday gatherings benefit from having these on the dessert table. They complement traditional holiday treats without competing, and they satisfy chocolate cravings perfectly.
Bake sales are ideal venues because chocolate chip brookies look fancy (like two desserts in one!) but are actually simple to make. They often sell out first.
Tips for Perfect Brookies Every Time
Getting the Right Texture
The key to amazing brookie recipes is balancing both components. Don’t overmix the brownie batter – just combine until ingredients come together. For the chocolate chip cookie dough, cream butter and sugars well before adding other ingredients.
Drop spoonfuls of cookie dough randomly over the brownie batter instead of trying to spread it evenly. This creates the beautiful marbled look that makes brookies so appealing.
Baking Success
Use an oven thermometer to ensure accurate temperature. The cookie portions should be golden brown while the brownie base remains slightly soft in the center. A toothpick in the brownie area should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Delicious Variation Brookie Recipes
Once you master this basic, easy brookie recipe, try these fun twists:
Double Chocolate Brookies: Add cocoa powder to the cookie dough for extra chocolate intensity.
Peanut Butter Brookies: Swap chocolate chips for peanut butter chips and add a tablespoon of peanut butter to the cookie dough.
S’mores Brookies: Mix in mini marshmallows and crushed graham crackers for that campfire flavor.
Salted Caramel Brookies: Drizzle finished brookies with caramel sauce and sprinkle with sea salt.
White Chocolate Brookies: Use white chocolate chips instead of regular ones for a sweeter twist.
Storage and Serving
Store your chocolate chip brookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. For longer storage, wrap individual squares and freeze for up to three months. They thaw quickly and taste just as good as fresh.
Serve at room temperature for the best texture contrast, or warm them slightly in the microwave for 10-15 seconds to make them extra gooey.
Commonly Asked Questions
Absolutely! While this easy brookie recipe uses brownie mix for convenience, you can substitute your favorite homemade brownie batter. Just use the same amount as called for on the mix box.
Look for golden brown cookie portions and a brownie base that’s set but still slightly soft in the center. A toothpick should come out with moist crumbs, not wet batter.
Yes! Prepare both components and refrigerate separately for up to 24 hours. Let them come to room temperature before assembling and baking your brookies.
The brownie batter doesn’t freeze well, but you can freeze the cookie dough for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before using.
Definitely! Chopped walnuts, pecans, or almonds make excellent additions. Add about 1/2 cup to either the brownie batter or cookie dough, or both!
Similar Recipes
If you like this brookie recipe, you will like the recipes below:
- Easy Brownie Recipe
- Easy Brownie Cobbler Recipe
- Chocolate Chip S’mores Cookie Bars
- Browned Butter Caramel Chocolate Chip Bars
Easy Brookie Recipe: Chocolate Chip Cookie Brownie Bars
- Total Time: 45 mins
- Yield: 12 1x
Description
Easy brookie recipe combines chocolate chip cookies & brownies in one bar! Perfect for parties & potlucks. Ready in 30 minutes!
Ingredients
- 1 Brownie Mix Box (including required ingredients such as water, oil, and eggs)
- 1 stick unsalted butter, room temperature
- 3 tbsp. Light brown sugar
- 3 tbsp. Sugar
- 1 egg
- 1/2 tsp. Vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp. Baking soda
- 1/4 tsp. Salt
- 1 1/8 c. flour
- 1 c. semi-sweet chocolate chips, more for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 Degrees. Add aluminum foil to the inside of a 9X13 baking dish, spray with baking spray, set aside.
- Using a large mixing bowl, add the brownie mix and add the required ingredients as instructed on the back of the box. Mix until smooth and well mixed. Pour the brownie mix into the prepared baking dish.
- In a separate mixing bowl, blend with a mixer the butter and both sugars until well mixed. Add the egg, vanilla extract, baking soda, and salt, mix. Finally, add the flour and mix with blender, and fold in the chocolate chips.
- Take dollops of the chocolate chip cookie dough and place evenly on top of the brownie batter. Take about 2 tbsp of chocolate chips and sprinkle on top of the cookie dough. Bake in preheated oven on top rack for 35-40 minutes or until toothpick is inserted into the middle and comes out clean. Allow to cool and cut into squares.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 35 mins
- Category: Dessert
Wonderful recipe! I’m planning to bake them tomorrow for Memorial Day. Thanks for sharing.