Ultimate Chewy Chocolate Brownie Cookies
Indulge in the rich, fudgy goodness of these Ultimate Chewy Chocolate Brownie Cookies. They bring together the best of both worlds: the deep, intense flavors of brownies and the classic appeal of cookies. Perfect for chocolate lovers, these cookies are packed with semi-sweet chocolate chips and nuts, delivering a chewy, satisfying bite every time. Make these for a cozy afternoon snack, a decadent dessert, or a shareable holiday treat.
30
Servings
N/A
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
Shortening
2/3 cup (Crisco is recommended)
Brown Sugar
1 1/2 cups (Packed)
Water
1 tablespoon
Vanilla Extract
1 teaspoon (or maple extract)
Eggs
2
Flour
1 1/2 cups
Cocoa Powder
1/3 cup (Sifted)
Salt
1/2 teaspoon
Baking Soda
1/4 teaspoon
Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
2 cups
Nuts
1/2 cup (Chopped walnuts or pecans)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Prepare cookie sheets but do not grease them.
2
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the shortening, packed brown sugar, water, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well-combined.
3
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition to ensure a smooth texture.
4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, sifted cocoa powder, salt, and baking soda.
5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing to maintain the chewy texture.
6
Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips and the chopped nuts until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
7
Drop rounded teaspoonfuls of dough onto the prepared cookie sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for 7 to 9 minutes, watching carefully to avoid overbaking as they should retain a chewy texture.
9
Allow the cookies to cool on the sheet for 2 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Ultimate Chewy Chocolate Brownie Cookies?
They are a rich and fudgy dessert that combines the intense flavor of brownies with the classic appeal of a chewy cookie.
What shortening is recommended for this recipe?
Crisco is the recommended shortening for achieving the best results.
How many cookies does this recipe make?
This recipe makes approximately 30 cookies.
What is the required oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
How long should these brownie cookies bake?
Bake the cookies for 7 to 9 minutes, watching carefully to avoid overbaking.
Can I use an alternative to vanilla extract?
Yes, maple extract can be used as a substitute for vanilla extract.
Do I need to grease the cookie sheets?
No, you should prepare the cookie sheets but do not grease them.
What kind of nuts should I use?
The recipe suggests using 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans.
How should the cocoa powder be prepared?
The cocoa powder should be sifted before being added to the dry ingredients.
How far apart should I place the dough on the sheet?
Place rounded teaspoonfuls of dough about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
What is the texture of these cookies?
These cookies are designed to be chewy and fudgy, similar to the texture of a brownie.
How long should the cookies cool on the baking sheet?
Let the cookies cool on the sheet for 2 minutes before transferring them to wire racks.
How should the brown sugar be measured?
The recipe calls for 1 1/2 cups of packed brown sugar.
What type of chocolate chips are used?
This recipe uses 2 cups of semi-sweet chocolate chips.
How do I mix the dry and wet ingredients?
Gradually add the whisked dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, mixing until just combined.
Why shouldn't I overmix the dough?
Avoiding overmixing is essential to maintain the desired chewy brownie-like texture.
What happens if the cookies are overbaked?
Overbaking will cause the cookies to lose their characteristic soft and chewy texture.
How much cocoa powder is required?
The recipe requires 1/3 cup of sifted cocoa powder.
How much shortening is used in the recipe?
You will need 2/3 cup of shortening.
Does this recipe use baking soda or baking powder?
This recipe uses 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda.
What category of cookie does this fall under?
These are categorized as drop cookies.
How many eggs are needed for the dough?
The recipe requires 2 eggs, added one at a time.
Can I use pecans instead of walnuts?
Yes, either chopped walnuts or pecans work perfectly in this recipe.
Is water used in this cookie recipe?
Yes, 1 tablespoon of water is added during the creaming process.
What size should the dough drops be?
You should drop rounded teaspoonfuls of dough onto the cookie sheet.
Where should the cookies finish cooling?
Cookies should finish cooling completely on wire racks.
Are these cookies good for gifting?
Yes, they are described as a decadent, shareable holiday treat.
Is salt included in the ingredients?
Yes, the recipe includes 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
How much flour is needed?
The recipe calls for 1 1/2 cups of flour.
When do I add the chocolate chips and nuts?
Fold the chocolate chips and nuts into the dough after the dry and wet ingredients are just combined.