These 20-Minute Fudgy Chocolate Brownie Cookies are everything you crave when a chocolate craving strikes—rich, gooey, and packed with that irresistible brownie texture.
The beauty of this recipe is its speed: you get all the depth of flavor and decadence of brownies in a cookie, with none of the wait time. No chilling, no complicated steps—just straight-up chocolate bliss in under 20 minutes.
I love making these when I need a quick sweet treat but don’t want to compromise on flavor. The combination of cocoa powder and chocolate chips gives them that intense chocolate punch, while the addition of brown sugar brings out a subtle caramel flavor.
If you’re anything like me, you’ll find yourself eating one—or three—straight from the cooling rack, just because they’re that good. Vanilla Ice Cream or Whipped Cream adds the perfect creamy contrast, making each bite even more indulgent.
Why This Is My Go-To Recipe
- Fast and satisfying: It’s my go-to when I need something quick but decadent, like when I’m hosting a movie night or craving something homemade.
- A crowd-pleaser: They’re always a hit, whether with family or friends, and people always ask for the recipe.
- Customizable: I’ve added things like chopped nuts or a dash of espresso powder for an extra layer of flavor.
20-Minute Fudgy Chocolate Brownie Cookies Recipe
Equipment
- Measuring Cups
- Mixing Bowls
- Small Saucepan
- Stand Mixer
- Whisk
- Ice cream scoop
- Baking sheets
- Parchment Paper
Ingredients
- 7 ounces 200g dark chocolate at 70% cocoa, finely chopped
- ½ cup 125g unsalted butter, diced
- ⅔ cup 150g granulated sugar
- ½ cup 100g light brown sugar, loosely packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup 130g all-purpose flour
- 3 Tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Sea salt optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) and line 1 large or 2 medium baking sheets with parchment paper. Measure all ingredients before starting.
- Melt butter and chocolate in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly. Set aside.
- In a stand mixer or using an electric mixer, whisk eggs and both sugars on medium speed for 5 minutes. Slowly add melted chocolate and mix for 1 minute.
- Mix dry ingredients in a bowl, then gently fold them into the chocolate mixture until just combined. Scrape the bowl to ensure everything is mixed.
- Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets, leaving space between cookies as they spread.
- Sprinkle sea salt on top and bake for 10-12 minutes until crinkled and domed.
- Let cookies cool on the tray for 20 minutes before moving, as they’ll be very soft.
