Easy brownie mix cookies are made with just a few simple ingredients and are perfect when you are craving both a fudgy brownie and cookie. With a gooey middle and plenty of chocolate chips, these are the ultimate chocolate cookies!
These cookies will remind you of a homemade brownie but are handheld like brownie cookies or double chocolate chip cookies!
Why I Love This Recipe
- Easy to make: No time to bake from scratch? These semi-homemade brownie cookies are only made with a brownie baking mix and a handful of pantry ingredients!
- Chewy brownie texture: If you love the chewy, gooey texture of a brownie but also love cookies with slightly crisp tops and edges, these brownie mix cookies are for you!
- Rich chocolate flavor: Chocolate lovers rejoice! These fudgy cookies satisfy any chocolate craving with both a chocolatey brownie mix and chocolate chips included.
- Perfect anytime cookie: Perfect for kids snacks, to serve at parties or even include on a Christmas cookie tray!
Recipe Ingredients
- Brownie box mix: Any brand of an 18 – 18.3 ounce boxed brownie mix works for this easy brownie mix cookies recipe! You will only need the dry brownie mix and not the ingredients listed on the back of the box.
- Flour: Just a small amount of all-purpose flour is needed to obtain a thick cookie dough consistency instead of a thin brownie batter consistency.
- Vegetable oil: You can also use melted butter to add fat and moisture, although vegetable oil is my preference as that results in more of a brownie texture.
- Eggs: Two eggs act as a binder and help the brownie cookies achieve their cake-like cookie texture.
- Chocolate chips: Regular sized chocolate chips or mini chocolate chips both work! If your brownie mix has chocolate chips, omit the added chocolate chips but reserve some for the tops.
How to Make
Prepare batter: In a large bowl, stir the brownie mix, flour, oil, and eggs until combined. Gently fold in the chocolate chips.
Bake: Using a large cookie scoop, scoop brownie cookie dough balls onto a prepared cookie sheet lined with parchment paper. Top with additional chocolate chips and bake at 365°F for 8 to 10 minutes or until edges are set but centers are still slightly doughy.
Cool: Let cool a couple minutes on the baking sheet and then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Cooling your brownie cookie completely will help the bottom of the cookie set.
Recipe Variations
- Other chips: Try peanut butter chips, white chocolate chips or even butterscotch chips.
- Extracts: Vanilla extract will add a rich flavor to this easy brownie cookie recipe.
- M&M: Mix in 1/2 cup M&M’s and 1/2 cup chocolate chips.
- Nuts: Add in 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, pecans or your favorite nut.
- Caramel: Roll a rolo into the center for a caramel center.
- Sea salt: For a sweet and salty combination, sprinkle the cookies with flake sea salt.
- Serve with ice cream: For an easy brownie sundae, add a warm cookie to a bowl with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and chocolate sauce!
Storage Instructions
Store fudgy brownie cookies in a airtight container or Ziploc bag at room temperature for up to 3 days.
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Brownie Mix Cookies
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Ingredients
- 1 (18-ounce) box brownie mix
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ vegetable oil , or melted butter
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup chocolate chips , plus more for tops
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 365°F. Line a baking sheet with a silicone mat or parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, stir the brownie mix, flour, oil, and eggs until combined. Fold in the chocolate chips. The consistency should be slightly thicker than a typical brownie batter. If the batter is too thin (falling easily off the spoon), add an extra 1 to 2 Tablespoons. If the batter is too thick to stir, add in 1 to 2 Tablespoons water.
- Using a large cookie scoop or spoon, scoop the dough onto the baking sheet. Top with additional chocolate chips, if desired. Bake 8 to 10 minutes, or until the cookies are set.
- Let cool a couple minutes on the baking sheet and then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
Notes
- M&M: Mix in 1/2 cup M&M’s and 1/2 cup chocolate chips.
- Nuts: You could also add in 1/2 cup chopped nuts.
Nutrition
Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.
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Categorized as: 5 Ingredients Or Less, American, Brownies, Chocolate, Chocolate Cookies, Christmas, Cookies, Dairy-Free, Desserts, Kid-Friendly, Nut-Free, Super Bowl, Valentine's Day, Vegetarian
Jamielyn Nye is the founder and recipe creator at I Heart Naptime. She is also the author of the I Heart Naptime Cookbook. Here you will find easy family-friendly recipes for every occasion.
So delicious and so easy to make. Good for when you’re craving a chocolate fix.
These were easy to mix together, and delicious! I added a teaspoon of vanilla, but followed the recipe in every other way. Thank you for sharing this recipe.
That sounds perfect! Great idea to have the vanilla!
These brownie mix cookies are the best! They’ve become my new favorite thing to make when I am craving something chocolatey and sweet, thank you!
That is great to hear! I am glad that you love these brownie mix cookies!
You must have known that this is exactly what I needed! This was the perfect way to use up that brownie mix in the pantry. Thank you so much for sharing this amazing recipe
Awesome & easy recipes!!
Do these freeze well?
These do freeze well :)
I don’t know how I had never heard of this before because these cookies were incredible.