Chewy Double Chocolate Brookies Recipe

If you’re a fan of gooey brownies and crave the irresistible chew of your favorite chocolate chip cookies, you are about to meet your new obsession: Chewy Double Chocolate Brookies! These little bites of joy combine everything you love about both classic treats into one perfect, melt-in-your-mouth cookie. Every brookie has a crackly, chocolate-studded top and a rich, fudgy inside—you’ll want more than one, guaranteed!

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Ingredients You’ll Need

Let’s chat about what goes into making Chewy Double Chocolate Brookies truly unforgettable. Every ingredient in this lineup is working overtime to give you the best texture, flavor, and that signature brookie “crackly” finish we all love!

• Plain (all-purpose) flour: This creates the structure that keeps your brookies chewy but never cakey.
• Cocoa powder: For a double-hit of chocolate depth and that gorgeous rich color.
• Baking powder: Just enough lift for a light, slightly puffy middle with crisp edges.
• Salt: A pinch balances the sweetness and enhances all that chocolatey goodness.
• Dark chocolate, chopped: The heart of the fudgy base—choose a chocolate you love to eat by itself.
• Butter (salted or unsalted): Adds richness and that lovely melt-in-your-mouth quality.
• Eggs (room temperature): Whisked for maximum volume and that shiny, crinkle-top texture.
• Caster or granulated sugar: Makes the brookies perfectly sweet and caramelized.
• Demerara or raw sugar: Gives a subtle crunch, golden color, and a toffee-like note in every bite.
• Vanilla: Beautifully rounds out the chocolate flavors with warm, bakery-style aroma.
• Dark or milk chocolate chips: These are your hidden pockets of molten chocolate—every bite is a surprise!

Variations

One of the best things about Chewy Double Chocolate Brookies is how easy it is to make them your own. Don’t be afraid to riff based on what you have, your favorite flavors, or any dietary tweaks you need—brookies are all about big joy and big flexibility!

• Peanut Butter Swirl: Drop little spoonfuls of peanut butter onto the brookie batter and swirl—it’s a chocolate peanut butter lover’s dream!
• Espresso Boost: Add ½ teaspoon of instant coffee granules to the melted chocolate and butter for bakery-level depth.
• Gluten-Free: Swap the all-purpose flour for your favorite 1-to-1 gluten-free blend for brookies everyone can enjoy.
• White Chocolate Chips: Mix in half dark, half white chocolate chips for a stunning visual contrast and creamy flavor pops.

How to Make Chewy Double Chocolate Brookies

Step 1: Prep Your Oven and Tray

Preheat your oven to 160ºC (320ºF) with a fan, or 170ºC (338ºF) if you’re using conventional heat. Line a baking tray with parchment paper—this will keep your brookies from sticking and make cleanup a total breeze.

Step 2: Melt the Chocolate & Butter

Set a heatproof bowl over a pan of simmering water (just make sure it doesn’t touch the water). Toss in your chopped dark chocolate and butter, letting them melt together slowly; stir occasionally until smooth and glossy, then stir in your vanilla. This gentle melt is what keeps your Chewy Double Chocolate Brookies ultra-fudgy.

Step 3: Whip the Eggs and Sugars

Grab a medium bowl and beat together the eggs, caster sugar, and Demerara sugar using an electric hand whisk on high—and don’t hold back! After about 5 minutes, the mix should be super light, thick, and almost doubled in volume. This step is your secret for those signature brookie crinkles.

Step 4: Combine the Dry Ingredients

In another bowl, sift flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Add in those magical chocolate chips and toss them to coat (this keeps the chips from sinking to the bottom). This mix ensures everything bakes up evenly and every bite is perfectly chocolatey.

Step 5: Fold Everything Together

Using a spatula, gently fold the melted chocolate mixture into the whipped eggs and sugars. Go slowly to keep all that glorious air you worked into the eggs. Next, fold in the dry ingredients and chocolate chips—mix just until you see the last streaks of flour disappear, no more.

Step 6: Scoop & Bake

Scoop out heaping tablespoons of the batter onto your prepared tray, leaving space for each brookie to spread into that perfectly round, crackled shape. Bake for 12–14 minutes until the tops are shiny and crackly but the centers are still a bit soft.

Step 7: Cool & Finish

Right when they come out of the oven, sprinkle with a little sea salt for extra flair (totally optional, but trust me, it’s amazing). Let them cool on the tray for about 10 minutes to firm up, then move to a rack to finish cooling—or sneak a warm one, I won’t tell!

How to Serve Chewy Double Chocolate Brookies

Garnishes

Just a sprinkle of flaky sea salt on warm brookies amps up their chocolate intensity and adds a pretty, pro-bakery touch. For extra luxury, try drizzling a little melted chocolate or dusting with cocoa powder—it’ll make each brookie look totally irresistible.

Side Dishes

Pair Chewy Double Chocolate Brookies with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a classic combo, or next to fresh berries for a bright, tart contrast. If you’re entertaining, serve them alongside coffee, cold milk, or even an espresso martini for something extra special!

Creative Ways to Present

Pop brookies into cute cellophane bags or bakery boxes for sweet gifts, or stack them high on a platter dusted with powdered sugar for a show-stopping dessert table centerpiece. For parties, skewer mini brookies on sticks or sandwich two brookies with ice cream—brookie ice cream sandwiches are next-level good!

Make Ahead and Storage

Storing Leftovers

Store your leftover Chewy Double Chocolate Brookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to four days—their center stays nice and fudgy, and the edges keep just the right amount of chew.

Freezing

Brookies are totally freezer-friendly! Lay them in a single layer (or between sheets of parchment) and freeze for up to three months. Just let them thaw at room temp or give them a few seconds in the microwave when chocolate cravings strike.

Reheating

If you love warm brookies with gooey chocolate chips, pop one (or a few!) in the microwave for 8–10 seconds. They’ll taste like they’re fresh from the oven—soft, melty, and completely irresistible.

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Final Thoughts

I hope you’ll give these Chewy Double Chocolate Brookies a try—they’re the ultimate treat for anyone who can’t decide between brownies or cookies! Make a batch for sharing (or just for yourself), and let their double-chocolate, chewy magic win you and your loved ones over.

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