Description
These Easy Salted Brownie Cookies combine the rich, fudgy flavor of brownies with the chewy, sweet texture of cookies. A touch of sea salt on top adds the perfect contrast to the sweetness. Quick and simple to make, they are perfect for satisfying any sweet tooth.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 large egg yolk, room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, plus more for topping
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- Sea salt flakes, for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350ºF and position the oven rack in the second level, just above the center. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- Using a hand mixer or stand mixer with the paddle attachment, beat the eggs, egg yolk, sugar, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract on medium-high speed until the mixture is frothy and well combined.
- In a small saucepan, melt the chocolate chips and butter over medium heat until smooth. Remove from heat, then stir in the cocoa powder.
- Gradually add the melted chocolate mixture to the egg mixture and mix until just combined.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. The batter will be thin but still scoopable.
- Use a cookie scoop or two spoons to portion the dough into 1 ½-tablespoon portions and place them on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 1 ½ inches apart.
- Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt flakes on top of each cookie.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the tops are shiny and crackled.
- Remove from the oven, and if desired, add extra chocolate chips on top. For perfectly round cookies, use a round cookie cutter to shape them immediately after baking while they are still soft.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack. Enjoy them warm!
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
Notes
- These cookies are best when slightly warm, as they retain their soft and fudgy texture.
- If you want round cookies, use a round cookie cutter immediately after baking while they are still soft.
- These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American