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Cookie Dough Brownies

These decadent Cookie Dough Brownies combine rich, fudgy brownies with a layer of edible cookie dough. A dreamy treat for anyone who loves the best of both worlds!
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Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • For the Brownies:
  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 8 oz semisweet chocolate chopped
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup cocoa powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • For the Cookie Dough Layer:
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 4 tablespoons milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour heat-treated, to make it safe to eat raw
  • 1 cup mini chocolate chips
  • Optional Chocolate Ganache Topping:
  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • ½ cup heavy cream

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Prepare the brownie layer:
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  3. Melt the butter and chopped chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Let it cool slightly.
  4. Whisk in the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
  5. Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gently fold until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Let the brownies cool completely.
  7. Make the cookie dough layer:
  8. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until creamy.
  9. Add the milk and vanilla extract, beating until smooth.
  10. Gradually mix in the heat-treated flour until combined, then fold in the mini chocolate chips.
  11. Assemble the brownies:
  12. Once the brownies are completely cool, spread the cookie dough layer evenly on top.
  13. Optional ganache topping:
  14. Heat the heavy cream until just simmering, then pour it over the chocolate chips. Let it sit for 1–2 minutes, then stir until smooth.
  15. Pour the ganache over the cookie dough layer and spread evenly.
  16. Chill and serve:
  17. Refrigerate the brownies for at least 2 hours to set. Slice into squares and enjoy!