20 Minute Fudgy Chocolate Brownie Cookies
These cookies are rich and fudgy with a soft, chewy center, offering the satisfaction of traditional brownies in a handheld format, perfect for dessert cravings or unexpected guests.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter Creamy and rich, providing a luscious base.
- 4 ounces semi-sweet chocolate Melts into the dough to create an exquisite chocolate flavor.
- 2 large eggs Help bind the cookies together while adding moisture.
- 1 cup granulated sugar Ensures the cookies are perfectly delightful.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enriches the chocolate flavor.
- 1 cup all-purpose flour Creating structure for the cookies.
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt Balances the sweetness.
- 3 tablespoons cocoa powder Intensifies the chocolate essence.
- 1/8 teaspoon baking soda Provides leavening for a crinkly top.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two cookie sheets with parchment paper.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and semi-sweet chocolate together in 30-second intervals, stirring until melted. Allow to cool slightly.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract until light and airy, about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Add the melted chocolate and butter mixture to the egg mixture and mix until fully combined.
- Gradually incorporate the flour, salt, cocoa powder, and baking soda until no dry ingredients remain.
- Drop dollops of dough onto the prepared cookie sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
Baking
- Bake for 10 minutes until cookies have crinkly tops and slightly crisp edges.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
For optimal cookies, melt the chocolate and butter but do not heat them too much. Try folding in chocolate chips or nuts for added texture. If the dough is too sticky, refrigerate it for 10-15 minutes before baking. Don't overbake to maintain a fudgy consistency!