Description
Indulge in the ultimate dessert with these Cookie-Stuffed Brownies. Each bite features rich, fudgy brownie layers with hidden pockets of chewy cookie dough, creating a delightful combination of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
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For the Brownie Batter:
- 1 box brownie mix (plus ingredients required on the box, typically eggs, oil, and water)
For the Cookie Dough:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips or chunks (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
- Prepare the Brownie Batter: Prepare the brownie mix according to the package instructions, including any additional ingredients required (usually eggs, oil, and water). Mix until smooth.
- Prepare the Cookie Dough:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Set aside.
- In another bowl, cream together 1/2 cup softened butter, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, and 1/4 cup packed brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in 1/2 cup chocolate chips or chunks if using.
- Assemble the Brownies:
- Pour about half of the prepared brownie batter into the bottom of the parchment-lined pan and spread it into an even layer.
- Scoop spoonfuls of the cookie dough and flatten them slightly, then place the discs of cookie dough evenly over the brownie batter.
- Pour the remaining brownie batter over the cookie dough, spreading it evenly to cover the cookie dough completely.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (a few cookie dough pieces on the toothpick are fine).
- Cool and Serve: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cool, lift the brownies out of the pan using the parchment overhang and cut into squares.
Notes
- Make Ahead: You can prepare the brownie batter and cookie dough ahead of time and store them separately in the refrigerator. Assemble and bake when ready.
- Storage: Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze brownies in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 to 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg