Description
These Fudgy Cosmic Brownie Cookies combine the rich, chocolatey goodness of a brownie with the fun, colorful appeal of cosmic cookies. Soft and chewy with melty chocolate chips and topped with vibrant sprinkles, they’re perfect for any occasion that calls for a delightful chocolate treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 3/4 cup cocoa powder
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Add-ins and Toppings
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- Colorful sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare baking sheets by lining them with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which helps create a tender cookie texture.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Incorporate the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition to fully combine. Stir in the vanilla extract to enhance the overall flavor.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Sift together the cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents and cocoa, then gently mix into the wet mixture until just combined to avoid overworking the dough.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: Carefully fold the chocolate chips into the dough to maintain a light texture and ensure even distribution of chocolate throughout the cookies.
- Scoop and Shape Cookies: Using a spoon or cookie scoop, place dollops of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Flatten each slightly with the back of a spoon to encourage even baking and shape.
- Bake Cookies: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until the edges are set while the centers remain soft for a fudgy texture.
- Add Sprinkles and Cool: Once baked, remove the sheets from the oven and immediately sprinkle the colorful sprinkles on top before the cookies cool. Allow cookies to rest on the baking sheet for a few minutes to firm up, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For extra fudginess, avoid overbaking; cookies should look slightly underdone in the center when removed.
- Make sure the butter is softened but not melted to get the best texture.
- You can substitute the chocolate chips with chunks or your favorite mix-ins.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
- For a festive look, choose sprinkles with various shapes and colors.
