Why choose between brownies and cookies when you can have both? These Easy Brookies with store bought cookie dough combine rich, fudgy brownies with gooey chocolate chip cookie dough for the ultimate dessert bar.
This recipe takes a simple shortcut by using your favorite boxed brownie mix and pre formed store bought cookie dough. Layer the brownie batter in a 9x13 baking dish, press the cookie dough throughout, bake until golden and fudgy, then finish everything with pieces of a chocolate bar near the end.
The result is a decadent dessert that's incredibly easy to make and perfect for parties, cookouts, holidays, or whenever that chocolate craving hits.
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Why I Love This Recipe
- Uses boxed brownie mix
- Uses store-bought cookie dough
- Only requires a few ingredients
- Rich and chocolatey
- Easy enough for beginner bakers
Ingredients
- Brownie mix
- Large eggs
- Water
- Melted butter
- Chocolate chip cookie dough
- Chocolate bar
- Nonstick cooking spray
See recipe card for quantities.
Instructions
Step 1: Brownie Batter
Preheat your oven to 350°F.
My brownie mix called for 2 eggs, water, and melted butter, but be sure to follow the instructions on the brownie mix you're using.
step 2: Add the batter
Pour the prepared brownie batter into the greased 9x13 baking dish.
Use a spatula to spread the batter evenly across the pan.
Step 3: Add Cookie Dough
Gently press each piece of cookie dough down into the brownie batter, leaving a little space between each piece.
Place the baking dish into the oven and bake for 30 minutes.
Step 4: Bake
Near the end of the cooking time, break your chocolate bar into pieces and scatter them over the top of the brookies.
Place back into oven to continue cooking.
Step 5: Cool and Slice
Remove the brookies from the oven and allow them to cool before slicing.
FAQ's
Can I Use Different Cookie Dough?
Absolutely! Chocolate chip cookie dough is the classic choice, but you can have fun with different flavors.
Try peanut butter cookie dough, sugar cookie dough, oatmeal cookie dough, or even double chocolate cookie dough.
What Kind of Chocolate Bar Should I Use?
Use whatever chocolate you love. Milk chocolate, dark chocolate, semi-sweet, or even a chocolate candy bar can work.
For an extra indulgent brookie, try breaking up a chocolate bar with caramel, peanut butter, or crunchy pieces mixed in.
How Do I Know When Brookies Are Done?
The edges should be set and the cookie dough should be golden brown. The center can still look slightly soft because the brookies will continue cooking and firming up as they cool.
Because different brownie mixes and cookie doughs vary, use the package directions as a guide and begin checking around the 30 minute mark.
Pro Tips
- Don't completely cover the brownie batter. Space the cookie dough pieces throughout the pan so you get a good balance of brownie and cookie in every bite.
- Use parchment paper for easy removal. If you want to lift the entire batch from the pan, line it with parchment paper before adding the brownie batter.
- Don't overbake. Brookies will continue to firm up as they cool. Pull them from the oven once the edges are set and the center is still slightly soft.
- Add chocolate near the end. Adding the chocolate bar too early can cause it to completely melt into the dessert. Adding it near the end lets you keep visible pieces of melted chocolate on top.
Final Bite.
These Easy Brookies with Store-Bought Cookie Dough are the perfect dessert for anyone who can't decide between brownies and cookies. You get the best of both worlds in every bite!
With a box of brownie mix, pre-formed cookie dough, and a chocolate bar, you can have a decadent dessert baking in the oven in just minutes. They're gooey, chocolatey, easy to make, and perfect for sharing.
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Easy Brookies with Store Bought Cookie Dough
These easy Brookies combine fudgy brownies, gooey store-bought cookie dough, and melted chocolate in one delicious dessert bar.
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12
Ingredients
- 1 (18-20 ounce) box brownie mix
- 2 large eggs, according to package directions
- 3 tablespoons Water, according to package directions
- 1 cup Melted butter, according to package directions
- 2 (16-ounce) packages pre-formed refrigerated chocolate chip cookie dough
- 1 (3-4 ounce) chocolate bar, broken into pieces
- Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Prepare the brownie mix according to the package directions. My mix called for eggs, water, and melted butter.
- Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Place the pre-formed cookie dough pieces throughout the brownie batter, leaving a little space between each piece. Gently press the dough slightly into the brownie batter.
- Bake at 350°F for 30-45 minutes, checking around the 30-minute mark. The edges should be set and the cookie dough should be golden brown.
- During the final few minutes of baking, break the chocolate bar into pieces and scatter them over the top.
- Return the pan to the oven for a few minutes, just until the chocolate softens and melts slightly.
- Remove from the oven and allow the brookies to cool before slicing.
- Cut into squares and serve warm or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
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