Description

Indulge in the perfect blend of fudgy brownies and chewy cookies with these Fudgy Chewy Brookies. This easy-to-make recipe combines rich dark chocolate and cocoa powder with a crackly top and gooey center, making them an irresistible treat for any chocolate lover. Ready in under 30 minutes, these brookies bake to perfection in the oven and are ideal for sharing or enjoying as a sweet snack.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

95 g (¾ cup) plain (all-purpose) flour
2 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

225 g (1¼ cups) dark chocolate, chopped
56 g (¼ cup) butter, salted or unsalted
2 large eggs, room temperature
100 g (¾ cup) caster sugar
90 g (½ cup) demerara sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional

85 g (½ cup) dark or milk chocolate chips

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Instructions

Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 160ºC (320ºF) fan or 170ºC (338ºF) conventional. Line a baking tray with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
Melt Chocolate and Butter: Place the chopped dark chocolate and butter in a heatproof bowl. Gently melt them over simmering water or in the microwave, stirring frequently until the mixture is smooth. Once melted, stir in the vanilla extract for enhanced flavor.
Whisk Eggs and Sugar: In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs together with the caster sugar and demerara sugar until the mixture becomes light, thick, and fluffy, creating the base for a tender texture.
Sift Dry Ingredients: Sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt to ensure even distribution and to avoid lumps in your batter.
Combine Mixtures: Gently fold the melted chocolate and butter mixture into the whisked egg and sugar mixture, being careful to maintain the airiness. Then, gradually fold in the sifted dry ingredients and, if using, the chocolate chips until a thick and slightly gooey batter forms.
Portion and Bake: Using a tablespoon, drop dollops of batter evenly spaced onto the prepared baking tray. Bake for 12-14 minutes until the brookies are set and have a crackly top, indicating perfect fudginess inside.
Cool: Allow the brookies to cool slightly on the baking tray before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps them set fully and makes them easier to handle.

Notes

Room temperature eggs whip better and contribute to a lighter batter.
Use good-quality dark chocolate for the best flavor and fudgy texture.
Adjust baking time slightly if using a different oven or baking tray thickness.
Store brookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
For a nutty twist, add chopped nuts to the batter along with the chocolate chips.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 14 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American