For those days when deciding between a brownie or a cookie seems downright impossible, why not blend the best of both worlds? Getting it right can sometimes feel like a culinary magic trick, whether you’re new to this heavenly concoction or a seasoned brookie aficionado. But fear not! I’ve discovered a simple, foolproof method that utilizes the convenience of brownie mix and cookie dough to deliver mouth-watering results with minimal fuss.
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How to Make Brookies with Brownie Mix and Cookie Dough
Brookies are a delicious hybrid dessert that combines brownies and cookies into one treat. When using brownie mix and cookie dough, you’re taking a shortcut to create these tasty layered or marbled treats with less effort.
Ingredients
1 package of brownie mix (plus the oil, water, and eggs called for on the package instructions)
1 package of cookie dough (choose your favorite – chocolate chip works great!)
Optional: 1/2 cup of chocolate chips or nuts for additional texture and flavor
Instructions
Preheat Your Oven: Start by heating your oven to the temperature specified on the brownie mix package. This is usually around 350°F (175°C).
Prepare the Brownie Mix: Grab a large bowl and prepare the brownie batter per the package instructions. This typically involves stirring together the brownie mix, oil, water, and eggs until well combined. If you opted for the additional chocolate chips or nuts, fold them into the batter now.
Prep Your Baking Dish: Line an 8×8 inch (20×20 cm) baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it with butter or non-stick spray. This will help you easily remove the Brookies later.
Layer the Cookie Dough: Take your cookie dough and create a flat layer at the bottom of the prepared baking dish. You can either press the dough directly into the dish or roll it out between two sheets of parchment paper and then place it in the dish.
Add the Brownie Batter: Gently pour the brownie batter over the cookie dough layer, spreading it evenly with a spatula to cover all sides.
Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake according to the brownie package’s recommended time, usually around 25-35 minutes. To make sure they’re done, insert a toothpick into the center; if it comes out with a few moist crumbs (not wet batter), they’re ready to come out.
Cool and Serve: Let the Brookies cool in the pan for at least 10 minutes before lifting them onto a wire rack. For clean cuts, wait until they are completely cooled. Then cut into square servings and enjoy!
Tips
Cookie Dough Base: Not pressing the cookie dough too firmly into the pan can prevent it from becoming too hard. It should be just enough to hold it together.
Baking Time Adjustments: Since ovens can vary, start checking your Brookies a few minutes before the suggested baking time ends. You don’t want to overbake them, as the charm is in the gooey, moist texture.
Serving Suggestions: Serve your Brookies warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce for added decadence.
Storage: Any leftovers can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or frozen for up to a month.
Ingredients Substitutes
Creating Brookies, the perfect blend of brownies and cookies is a simple and delicious endeavor. However, if you’re looking to substitute ingredients for dietary restrictions, health preferences, or just because you’re missing an item, here’s how to whip up this delightful dessert with alternative ingredients.
Brownie Mix
Gluten-Free Brownie Mix: For those avoiding gluten, several brands offer delicious gluten-free brownie mixes that work well in this recipe.
Homemade Brownie Mix: If you prefer homemade or are out of the boxed mix, you can mix up a basic brownie batter using flour (or a gluten-free flour blend), cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add in wet ingredients as you would for the boxed mix.
Black Bean Brownies: For a healthier twist, pureed black beans can replace the oil in the brownie mix, boosting protein and fiber. Adjust the sweetness, as black beans can mute the sugar.
Cookie Dough
Gluten-Free Cookie Dough: Similar to the brownie mix, you can find or make a batch of gluten-free cookie dough to use as a base for your Brookies.
Vegan Cookie Dough: There are excellent commercial varieties of vegan cookie dough that are perfect for avoiding animal products. You can also make your own by replacing eggs with applesauce, mashed bananas, or commercial egg substitutes and butter with coconut oil or vegan butter.
Oatmeal Cookie Dough: For a different flavor and added texture, use oatmeal cookie dough. You can easily make this by substituting some of the flour with oats in your favorite cookie dough recipe.
Final Thoughts
Creating Brookies with brownie mix and cookie dough is about enjoying a delightful dessert and embracing the joy of simplicity in baking.
Optional: 1/2 cup of chocolate chips or nuts for additional texture and flavor
Instructions
Preheat Your Oven: Start by heating your oven to the temperature specified on the brownie mix package. This is usually around 350°F (175°C).
Prepare the Brownie Mix: Grab a large bowl and prepare the brownie batter per the package instructions. This typically involves stirring together the brownie mix, oil, water, and eggs until well combined. If you opted for the additional chocolate chips or nuts, fold them into the batter now.
Prep Your Baking Dish: Line an 8x8 inch (20x20 cm) baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it with butter or non-stick spray. This will help you easily remove the Brookies later.
Layer the Cookie Dough: Take your cookie dough and create a flat layer at the bottom of the prepared baking dish. You can either press the dough directly into the dish or roll it out between two sheets of parchment paper and then place it in the dish.
Add the Brownie Batter: Gently pour the brownie batter over the cookie dough layer, spreading it evenly with a spatula to cover all sides.
Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake according to the brownie package's recommended time, usually around 25-35 minutes. To make sure they’re done, insert a toothpick into the center; if it comes out with a few moist crumbs (not wet batter), they’re ready to come out.
Cool and Serve: Let the Brookies cool in the pan for at least 10 minutes before lifting them onto a wire rack. For clean cuts, wait until they are completely cooled. Then cut into square servings and enjoy!
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