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Crackly topped chocolate brownie cookies stacked on a plate, one split to reveal the soft middle

Chocolate Brownie Cookies

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These cookies bake up with crackly tops and a fudgy brownie-like center. They’re quick to mix, and they cool into the perfect chewy bite.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Servings 18

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips 170 g
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 28 g
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar 150 g
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 50 g
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 60 g
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine salt

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips and unsalted butter until smooth.
  • Let the melted chocolate mixture cool for 2 minutes.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and granulated sugar for 2 to 3 minutes until thicker and a bit paler.
  • Whisk in the vanilla extract.
  • Pour the warm melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture while whisking steadily.
  • Switch to a spatula.
  • Fold in the cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, and fine salt until no streaks remain.
  • Let the batter rest for 5 minutes.
  • Scoop 1 1/2 tablespoon mounds onto the parchment-lined baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  • Bake for 9 to 11 minutes at 350°F until the tops look set and crackly.
  • Cool the cookies on the baking sheet for 10 minutes.
  • Transfer the cookies to a cooling rack.