Description
Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Brownie Bombs are indulgent bite-sized treats that combine fudgy brownies with creamy chocolate chip cookie dough centers. These rich, gooey delights offer a perfect balance of textures and flavors, making them ideal for sharing at parties or family gatherings. Easy to make with common ingredients, they can be customized with various add-ins and dietary adaptations.
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Optional: 1/4 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans) or chocolate chunks
Brownie Batter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Optional: 1/4 cup chopped nuts or different chocolate chips (white, dark, peanut butter)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cookie Dough: Cream together 1/2 cup room temperature unsalted butter with brown and granulated sugars until light and fluffy. Add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 1 large egg, mixing until combined. Gradually add 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Fold in 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips and optional mix-ins. Chill the dough for 30 minutes to firm up.
- Make the Brownie Batter: In a separate bowl, melt 1/2 cup unsalted butter with 1/3 cup cocoa powder, stirring until smooth. In another bowl, whisk together 3/4 cup granulated sugar and 2 large eggs until thick. Slowly add the melted cocoa mixture to the sugar and eggs, stirring to combine. Incorporate 3/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt until just blended into a fudgy batter. Fold in optional nuts or chocolate chips if desired.
- Assemble the Brownie Bombs: Grease a mini muffin tin or line with paper liners. Spoon a small amount of brownie batter into each cup. Press a chilled cookie dough ball into the center of each. Cover with more brownie batter to completely encase the cookie dough, being careful not to overfill to avoid overflow.
- Bake and Cool: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15–18 minutes until the edges are set but centers are still slightly gooey. Remove from oven and cool in the pan. Carefully remove brownie bombs once cooled or chill before serving.
Notes
- Chill cookie dough thoroughly to maintain shape inside brownie bombs during baking.
- Do not overmix brownie batter or cookie dough to keep the textures tender and soft.
- Use room temperature ingredients for even mixing and a smooth batter.
- Check for doneness a few minutes before the timer to avoid overbaking.
- Allow brownie bombs to cool completely for best shape retention and texture.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie bomb
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg