Description
Cosmic Brownie Cookies combine the fudgy richness of classic brownies with the chewy texture of cookies, enhanced by vibrant sprinkles and melty chocolate chips for a fun and colorful twist on a beloved dessert.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
Add-ins
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup colorful sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easier cleanup.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat together the softened butter and sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, which incorporates air for a better texture.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined, providing flavor and structure.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder to evenly distribute the leavening agents and cocoa.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined to avoid overmixing which can toughen the cookies.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips and Sprinkles: Gently fold in the chocolate chips and colorful sprinkles to evenly distribute them throughout the dough for bursts of chocolate and flashes of color.
- Shape Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet and flatten them slightly to encourage even baking and the classic cookie shape.
- Bake: Bake the cookies for 10 to 12 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers remain soft and fudgy for a brownie-like texture.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the cookies from the oven and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving, allowing them to firm up slightly.
Notes
- Softened butter helps the sugar cream better, resulting in a lighter cookie.
- Do not overmix the dough to keep cookies tender and chewy.
- You can substitute sprinkles with mini M&Ms for extra color and flavor.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
- For a gluten-free version, use a 1:1 gluten-free baking flour blend.
