Why Make This Recipe
Fudgy Chewy Brookies, often referred to as brookies, are the perfect treat for anyone who loves both brownies and cookies. This delightful dessert combines the best of both worlds into one delicious bite! With a rich chocolate flavor and a chewy texture, these brookies satisfy every sweet craving. You can enjoy them fresh out of the oven or store them for later, making them a versatile sweet for any occasion.
How to Make Fudgy Chewy Brookies
Ingredients:
- 95 g plain (all-purpose) flour
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 225 g dark chocolate (chopped)
- 56 g butter (salted or unsalted)
- 2 eggs (room temperature)
- 100 g caster or granulated sugar
- 90 g Demerara or raw sugar (see notes)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 85 g dark or milk chocolate chips
Directions:
Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 160ºC (320ºF) with a fan or 170ºC (338ºF) for conventional heating. Prepare a baking tray by lining it with parchment paper.
Melt Chocolate and Butter: In a heatproof bowl, combine the chopped dark chocolate and butter. Place this bowl over a pan of simmering water, ensuring the bowl does not touch the water. Stir occasionally until melted and combined. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Whip Eggs and Sugars: In a separate medium bowl, use an electric hand whisk on high speed to beat the caster sugar, demerara sugar, and eggs. Whisk until the mixture is light, thick, and fluffy, about 5 minutes.
Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt, then add the chocolate chips. This ensures there are no lumps and the dry ingredients are well mixed.
Integrate Chocolate Mixture: Gradually fold the melted chocolate and butter mixture into the whipped eggs and sugars. Stir gently to keep the airiness of the whipped eggs.
Fold in Dry Ingredients: Carefully fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula, being careful not to deflate the batter. Mix only until just combined to keep it light.
Bake the Brookies: Scoop tablespoons of batter onto the prepared baking tray, spacing them apart to allow for spreading. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, or until set and crackly on top.
Cool and Finish: Remove from the oven and sprinkle with sea salt, if desired. Let them cool on the baking tray for about 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack to cool completely.
How to Serve Fudgy Chewy Browkies
Browkies are wonderful on their own, but you can elevate the experience by serving them warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. You can also top them with whipped cream or drizzle with caramel sauce for an added touch.
How to Store Fudgy Chewy Browkies
To keep your brookies fresh, store them in an airtight container at room temperature. They will stay soft and chewy for about 3-4 days. If you want to keep them longer, you can freeze them. Just make sure to wrap them tightly in plastic wrap and then place them in a freezer-safe bag. They can last up to 3 months in the freezer!
Tips to Make Fudgy Chewy Browkies
- Make sure your eggs are at room temperature for best results.
- To enhance the chocolate flavor, consider using high-quality dark chocolate.
- Be careful not to overmix the batter once you add the dry ingredients to keep the brookies chewy.
Variation
You can experiment by adding your favorite nuts, such as walnuts or pecans, for added crunch. You could also try using different types of chocolate chips, such as white chocolate or butterscotch.
FAQs
1. Can I use unsweetened cocoa powder?
Yes, you can use unsweetened cocoa powder instead of regular cocoa powder. Just be aware that it may change the sweetness slightly.
2. Can I use milk chocolate instead of dark chocolate?
Absolutely! Using milk chocolate will give your brookies a sweeter flavor.
3. How do I know when my brookies are done baking?
The brookies are done when they look set and have a crackly surface. They should still feel soft to the touch, as they will continue to cook slightly after being removed from the oven.
Fudgy Chewy Browkies
- Total Time: 29 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Delicious brookies combining the rich flavors of brownies and cookies for a chewy, fudgy treat.
Ingredients
- 95 g plain (all-purpose) flour
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 225 g dark chocolate (chopped)
- 56 g butter (salted or unsalted)
- 2 eggs (room temperature)
- 100 g caster or granulated sugar
- 90 g Demerara or raw sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 85 g dark or milk chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 160ºC (320ºF) with a fan or 170ºC (338ºF) for conventional heating. Prepare a baking tray with parchment paper.
- In a heatproof bowl, combine chopped dark chocolate and butter over simmering water, stirring until melted. Stir in vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk caster sugar, demerara sugar, and eggs on high speed until light and fluffy (about 5 minutes).
- In another bowl, sift flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt, then add chocolate chips.
- Fold the melted chocolate mixture into the whipped egg mixture gently.
- Carefully fold in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoons of batter onto the prepared tray and bake for 12-14 minutes until set and crackly on top.
- Remove from the oven, sprinkle with sea salt if desired, and let cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
Notes
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or drizzled with caramel sauce. Store in an airtight container for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
