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Brookies Dessert Bars Recipe: Easy Fudgy Brownie Cookie Layers for Homemade Treats

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These brookies dessert bars combine the best of fudgy brownies and chewy chocolate chip cookies in one irresistible treat. Perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or a cozy night in, they’re quick to make and guaranteed to please any crowd.

Ingredients

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  • For the Brownie Layer:
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp espresso powder (optional)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • For the Cookie Layer:
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy lifting. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Make the brownie layer: In a medium bowl, whisk together melted butter and granulated sugar until glossy and smooth. Add eggs and whisk until just incorporated. Stir in cocoa powder, flour, salt, espresso powder (if using), and vanilla extract. Mix until combined, but do not overmix. Spread the brownie batter evenly in the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  3. Make the cookie layer: In a separate bowl, beat softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes with a hand mixer). Add egg and vanilla extract; beat until just combined. In another bowl, mix flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet, mixing until a soft dough forms. Fold in chocolate chips. Chill dough for 10 minutes in the fridge for a thicker cookie layer (optional).
  4. Drop spoonfuls of cookie dough over the brownie layer. Gently spread with a spatula or damp fingers to cover most of the brownie batter. It’s okay if some brownie peeks through.
  5. Bake for 28-32 minutes, until the cookie layer is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. If edges brown too quickly, cover loosely with foil for the last 5 minutes.
  6. Let brookies cool in the pan for at least 30 minutes before slicing. Lift bars out using the parchment overhang and slice into 16 squares. For clean edges, use a sharp knife and wipe between cuts.
  7. Serve warm for extra gooeyness or let cool for firmer, chewy bars.

Notes

For best results, chill the cookie dough for 10 minutes before layering. Don’t overmix either layer to keep bars chewy and fudgy. Let bars cool fully before slicing for clean edges. Add nuts, peanut butter, or seasonal mix-ins for variety. Bars can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.

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