Overview
These Fudgy Chewy Brookies (a hybrid of brownies and cookies) deliver a rich, chocolatey flavor with a soft, fudgy center and slightly crisp edges. They are simple to make, requiring minimal ingredients and less than an hour to prepare. This indulgent dessert is perfect for satisfying chocolate cravings or impressing guests with a bakery-quality treat.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Perfect Texture – A balance between chewy brownies and crisp-edged cookies.
- Simple Ingredients – Uses common pantry staples for ease.
- Quick & Easy – Ready in under an hour with straightforward steps.
- Versatile Sweet Treat – Ideal for gatherings, dessert platters, or satisfying a chocolate craving.
Ingredients Breakdown
Main Ingredients:
- Dark Chocolate & Chocolate Chips – Deliver a rich, deep chocolate flavor.
- Plain Flour – Provides structure to the brookies.
- Cocoa Powder – Intensifies the chocolate richness.
- Butter – Can be salted or unsalted.
- Eggs – Whipped to create a light and airy batter.
- Sugar – A mix of caster sugar and demerara sugar for balanced sweetness and texture.
You’ll find the complete list of ingredients along with a printable recipe card at the end of the article.
Optional Add-ins:
- Sea Salt – Adds a delightful contrast to the sweetness.
Substitutions & Dietary Adaptations:
- For a gluten-free version, replace the plain flour with a gluten-free all-purpose blend.
- Swap dark chocolate for milk chocolate for a sweeter, less intense flavor.
Recipe Variations
Nutty Delight: Add chopped walnuts or pecans for added crunch.
- Spicy Chocolate: Stir in a pinch of cayenne or chili powder for a subtle heat.
- Extra Richness: Drizzle melted chocolate on top once cooled.
- Caramel Swirl: Swirl caramel sauce into the batter before baking.
Step-by-Step Cooking Guide
- Melt Chocolate & Butter: Combine chopped dark chocolate and butter in a bowl. Melt over low heat or using a microwave, stirring until smooth. Add vanilla extract.
- Whip Eggs & Sugar: In a separate bowl, beat eggs, caster sugar, and demerara sugar until pale and fluffy.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Sift flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt together.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually fold the melted chocolate into the whipped egg mixture, then gently fold in the dry ingredients and chocolate chips.
- Bake: Scoop tablespoons of batter onto a parchment-lined tray. Bake at 160ºC fan / 170ºC conventional for 12-14 minutes until crackly on top and soft in the center.
- Cool & Finish: Let the brookies cool on the tray for 10 minutes before transferring to a rack. Sprinkle with sea salt if desired.
Cooking Tips & Tricks
- Use High-Quality Chocolate for smoother melting and a richer taste.
- Room Temperature Eggs whip better, giving you a fluffier texture.
- Don’t Over-Mix the batter — gently fold to maintain airiness.
- Spacing is Key — Brookies spread during baking, so leave room on the tray.
Serving Suggestions
- With Ice Cream: Pair with vanilla or salted caramel for a decadent dessert.
- Dipped in Milk: Perfect for a comforting snack.
- As a Sundae Base: Crumble brookies over ice cream and drizzle with hot fudge sauce.
Make-Ahead & Storage Guide
- Make Ahead: Melt the chocolate and butter mixture in advance to speed up prep.
- Storage: Store brookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Freezing: Freeze for up to 3 months; thaw at room temperature.
- Reheating: Warm in the microwave for 10-15 seconds to restore softness.
Recipe FAQs
A: Yes, but it will result in a sweeter and softer brookie
A: The recipe will still work, but the texture will be less varied.
A: The edges should pull slightly away from the pan, and the top should look crackled but still feel soft in the center.
A: This can happen if your butter was too warm or the batter was over-mixed. Ensure your chocolate-butter mixture is just melted and gently fold ingredients together.
Final Thoughts
These fudgy brookies are perfect for chocolate lovers who crave a rich, indulgent dessert. Whether you’re baking for guests or treating yourself, these brookies are sure to impress! Enjoy experimenting with add-ins and serving ideas to make the recipe your own. 🍫
Fudgy Chewy Brookies
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls
- Whisk
- Baking Tray
Ingredients
Brookie Batter
- 225 g dark chocolate chopped
- 56 g butter salted or unsalted
- 2 eggs room temperature
- 100 g caster sugar
- 90 g demerara sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 95 g plain flour all-purpose
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 85 g dark or milk chocolate chips optional
Instructions
- Melt the butter and dark chocolate in a small saucepan or microwave until smooth.
- In a bowl, whisk eggs, caster sugar, and demerara sugar until pale and fluffy.
- Combine flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
- Gradually fold the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture.
- Gently fold in the dry ingredients and chocolate chips.
- Drop tablespoons of batter onto a lined baking tray and bake at 160ºC fan / 170ºC conventional for 12-14 minutes.
- Cool on the tray for 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.