The Best Fudgy Chewy Brookies (Brownie Cookies) – Savvy Bites

Introduction

Craving both brownies and cookies but can’t choose between them? Brookies are your answer! These best fudgy chewy brookies combine the deep, chocolatey richness of brownies with the soft chew and satisfying bite of cookies. The recipe is a show-stopping crowd-pleaser—offering the best of both iconic desserts in a single, irresistible bar. Perfect for bake sales, parties, or simply when you want to elevate your home baking game with an indulgent treat.

Why Brookies Are Dessert Royalty

Brookies aren’t just a solution for indecisive dessert-lovers—they’re legendary for their contrast in texture and flavor. The brownie layer is ultra-fudgy and moist, while the cookie layer is chewy and gorgeously golden. When baked together, every bite delivers gooey chocolate with buttery cookie edges, making these bars a surefire hit for adults and kids alike.

Crafting the Perfect Brookie Batter

Achieving the ultimate bake begins with high-quality ingredients, careful mixing, and a little patience. For the brownie base, melt your butter and chocolate over low heat (a step you can do in a non-stick skillet such as the SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet), ensuring they blend smoothly with the sugars and eggs for a glossy, rich batter.

For the cookie dough, use room-temperature butter and thoroughly cream with sugars to achieve the perfect chewy texture. Portion sizes matter, so for precision, measure using an Amazon Basics Digital Kitchen Scale and ensure even distribution for a harmonious layer of brownie and cookie.

Assembly and Baking Tips for the Best Brookies

Line your baking tin with a sheet from the Reynolds Kitchens Brown Parchment Paper Roll for effortless removal and perfectly crisp edges. Spread the brownie batter first, then dollop and gently press the cookie dough over the top. Don’t overmix where they meet—the marbled edge is part of brookies’ charm.

Checking for doneness is key. Use a digital thermometer like the ThermoPro TP19H Digital Meat Thermometer for Cooking if you want to be scientific—a center temp of around 180°F means they’re set but still fudgy.

Serving, Storing, and Enjoying Brookies

Let brookies cool completely before cutting for sharp, bakery-style slices. Clean cuts are easiest when you use a large, sharp knife and wipe between cuts. Store leftovers in Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers to keep them fresh and chewy for days—or freeze for longer storage.

Enjoy them on their own, with a tall glass of milk, or slightly warmed and served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra decadence.

Nutritional Information and Serving Size

This recipe yields about 16 brookie bars. Each serving contains roughly 250–300 calories and offers a combination of carbs, fats, and just enough protein to satisfy your dessert cravings without over-indulgence. Perfect for sharing (or not)!

The Best Fudgy Chewy Brookies Recap

Don’t settle for either brownies or cookies—make brookies and enjoy both in every bite. Rich, chewy, and indulgent, this treat is destined to become your favorite bake for all occasions.

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line an 8×8-inch square pan with Reynolds Kitchens Brown Parchment Paper Roll to prevent sticking and simplify cleanup.
2. Make the brownie layer: In a microwave-safe bowl (or the SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet), melt the butter and chocolate together, stirring until smooth. Whisk in both sugars, then eggs and vanilla. Fold in the flour, cocoa, and salt until just combined. Pour into the prepared pan and smooth to an even layer.
3. Make the cookie layer: In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and both sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla. In a separate bowl (use your Amazon Basics Digital Kitchen Scale for accuracy), whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, then fold in chocolate chips.
4. Drop spoonfuls of cookie dough evenly over the brownie batter. Gently spread or pat down to cover most of the surface—swirls and gaps are fine.
5. Bake for 28–32 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted into the center has a few moist crumbs. If checking with a thermometer, aim for 180°F in the center using your ThermoPro TP19H Digital Meat Thermometer for Cooking.
6. Cool in the pan completely before slicing. Use a sharp knife and store leftovers in Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers for up to 4 days at room temperature.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 50 minutes

Enjoy this unbeatable combination of fudgy brownies and chewy cookies in every bite!