This cookie brownie recipe combines a rich fudgy brownie base with a gooey cookie topping, creating a delightful layered dessert idea. Perfect for chocolate lovers, these chocolate chip dessert bars are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Decadent Fudgy Brownie and Cookie Bars

These fudgy brownie and cookie bars feature a dense brownie layer topped with a soft, chewy cookie layer packed with chocolate chips. The recipe is simple to follow and yields a delicious treat that serves about 12 people.

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks)
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1 cup all-purpose flour (for cookie layer)
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt (for cookie layer)
• 1 cup unsalted butter (for cookie layer)
• 1 large egg (for cookie layer)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for cookie layer)
• 2 cups chocolate chips (for cookie layer)

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
2. Make the Brownie Base: In a large bowl, melt the butter and stir in the granulated sugar. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together 1 cup of flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined. Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips.
4. Spread Brownie Mixture: Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
5. Prepare the Cookie Layer: In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
6. Mix Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together 1 cup of flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this to the wet mixture and stir until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips.
7. Layer the Cookie Mixture: Once the brownie base is baked, remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly. Drop spoonfuls of the cookie dough over the brownie layer, spreading it out gently.
8. Bake Again: Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the cookie topping is golden brown. Let it cool completely before cutting into bars.
9. Serve: Cut into squares and enjoy your delicious fudgy brownie and cookie bars!

Cook and Prep Times

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 45 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour

Nutrition Information

• Servings: 12 bars
• Calories: 350kcal
• Fat: 18g
• Protein: 4g
• Carbohydrates: 45g