Cosmic Brownie Style Cookies (Fudgy, Chocolatey & Fun) Recipe
These Cosmic Brownie Style Cookies are fudgy, chocolatey, and loaded with fun candy-coated chocolates on top. Inspired by classic cosmic brownies, these cookies combine the rich texture of a brownie with the convenience and shape of a cookie. Perfect for chocolate lovers looking for a quick and delightful treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 - 15 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough
- ½ cup butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup cocoa powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup chocolate chips
Topping
- 1 cup melted chocolate
- ¼ cup candy-coated chocolates
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready when your dough is prepared.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and creamy. This helps create a light texture for the cookies.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Mix in the egg and vanilla extract thoroughly to combine all the wet components for the dough.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually stir this dry mixture into the wet ingredients along with the chocolate chips until a uniform dough forms.
- Scoop and Bake: Using a cookie scoop or spoon, place portions of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them evenly. Bake the cookies for 9 to 11 minutes, or until they are set but still soft to maintain fudgy texture.
- Cool Completely: Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool fully on a wire rack, which ensures the melted chocolate topping will adhere properly.
- Add Toppings: Spread the melted chocolate evenly over the top of each cooled cookie. Immediately press candy-coated chocolates onto the melted topping for a colorful, crunchy finish.
- Set Topping: Let the cookies sit until the chocolate topping hardens, about 30 minutes at room temperature or you can refrigerate briefly to speed up the process.
Notes
- Make sure the butter is properly softened to room temperature for easier creaming.
- Do not overbake the cookies to retain their fudgy texture.
- You can substitute candy-coated chocolates with your favorite colorful sprinkles or nuts if preferred.
- Store the baked cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh for up to 4 days.
- For extra richness, use bittersweet or semi-sweet chocolate chips.
Keywords: cosmic brownie cookies, fudgy chocolate cookies, chocolate chip cookies, candy-coated chocolate cookies, easy chocolate cookies
