Description
Crumbl Cosmic Brownie Cookies combine the rich, fudgy texture of a brownie with the classic softness of a cookie, topped with a decadent chocolate fudge frosting and colorful rainbow-coated chocolate chips. This recipe yields irresistibly soft, chocolatey cookies perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Cookies
- 1 1/2 cups (333g) salted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups (369g) brown sugar
- 1/2 cup (115g) granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tbsp corn syrup
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 3 3/4 cups (570g) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (120g) Dutch processed cocoa powder
- 1 tbsp corn starch
- 2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
Toppings
- 2/3 cup (159g) heavy cream
- 2 cups (400g) semi sweet chocolate chips
- 1/3 cup (66g) rainbow coated chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (180°C) to prepare for baking the cookies.
- Cream butter and sugars: In a stand mixer, beat together the softened salted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light in color and fluffy in texture, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add eggs, corn syrup, and vanilla: Incorporate the eggs one at a time, followed by the corn syrup and vanilla extract. Mix until fully combined and smooth.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, Dutch processed cocoa powder, corn starch, baking soda, and salt.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in the mixer. Mix until a soft chocolate cookie dough forms, ensuring everything is thoroughly combined but not overmixed.
- Portion the dough: Divide the dough into 12 equal portions using a 1/2 cup measuring cup. Roll each portion into a ball and flatten slightly to resemble a hockey puck, then arrange on baking trays lined with parchment paper or silicone mats. Place 6 cookies per tray.
- Bake the cookies: Place the trays in the preheated oven and bake for 15-17 minutes. The cookies will start to crack and crinkle on top and spread slightly. The centers should look set but not wet when done.
- Prepare fudge frosting: While the cookies bake, pour the heavy cream into a microwave-safe bowl and heat for 1 1/2 minutes or until boiling.
- Combine chocolate chips with cream: Remove the cream from the microwave and add the semi sweet chocolate chips. Stir gently to cover all chips with the hot cream and let sit for 3 minutes.
- Whisk frosting smooth: After 3 minutes, whisk the mixture until smooth and glossy. Set aside to cool slightly as cookies finish baking.
- Cool and frost cookies: Once baked, allow cookies to cool on the pan for about 10 minutes. Then spoon the fudge frosting on top of each cookie and immediately sprinkle with rainbow coated chocolate chips so they stick.
- Serve warm: For the best experience, enjoy these cosmic brownie cookies warm with the fudgy topping slightly melted.
Notes
- Cookies keep well refrigerated and can be made up to a few days in advance for convenience.
- Be careful not to overbake the cookies to maintain their soft fudgy texture.
- Use parchment paper or silicone mats to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- For a more intense chocolate flavor, use high-quality Dutch processed cocoa powder.
- The frosting can be refrigerated and gently reheated before serving if made ahead.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0.2g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
