Description
Salted Brownie Cookies are the perfect combination of rich, fudgy chocolate and a touch of salt to enhance the sweetness. These cookies have a soft, chewy interior that mimics the texture of a brownie, with slightly crispy edges for contrast. The addition of sea salt on top brings out the deep chocolate flavor, making each bite a delightful treat. Whether you’re a fan of brownies or cookies, these salted brownie cookies are sure to satisfy any sweet tooth with their decadent, melt-in-your-mouth goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips or coarsely chopped chocolate
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt (plus more for sprinkling on top)
- ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional, for added chocolate texture)
Ingredient Highlights
- Chocolate: The melted semisweet chocolate chips add a rich depth of flavor and create a chewy, fudgy texture in the cookies.
- Cocoa Powder: Unsweetened cocoa powder gives the cookies a deep chocolate taste that enhances the overall flavor.
- Butter: The melted butter helps the dough come together smoothly and contributes to the soft, chewy texture.
- Sea Salt: A light sprinkling of flaky sea salt on top elevates the flavor, balancing the sweetness and enhancing the richness of the chocolate.
Instructions
Prepare the Cookie Dough:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats for easy cleanup.
- Melt the Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth and melted. Allow to cool slightly.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
- Add the Chocolate: Stir the melted chocolate into the wet mixture until fully incorporated.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. The dough will be thick.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: If using, fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips for added chocolate texture.
Shape and Bake the Cookies:
- Scoop the Dough: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Sprinkle with Sea Salt: Lightly sprinkle each cookie with a pinch of sea salt for a sweet-salty contrast.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still slightly soft.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 150-180 kcal
- Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Protein: 2g