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Cookie Dough Brownies

A rich, decadent treat that combines fudgy brownie and sweet cookie dough, topped with chocolate ganache.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Brownie Base
  • 1 cup unsalted butter 2 sticks
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Cookie Dough Layer
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened (1 stick)
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup chocolate chips
For the Chocolate Ganache
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Method
 

Prepare the Brownie Base
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, remove from heat and stir in the sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well-combined.
  3. Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, and salt, mixing until fully incorporated. Spread the batter into a greased 9x13-inch baking pan.
Bake the Brownies
  1. Bake the brownies for about 20–25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out with a few moist crumbs. Allow cooling in the pan for about 15 minutes.
Make the Cookie Dough Layer
  1. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Add in the milk and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
  2. Gradually add the flour followed by the chocolate chips. Gently fold until just mixed.
Layering
  1. Once the brownies have cooled, evenly spread the cookie dough layer over the brownie base.
Prepare the Ganache
  1. In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream until it just begins to simmer. Remove from heat and add in the chocolate chips, letting them sit for a minute. Stir until smooth and well combined.
Finishing Touches
  1. Pour the ganache over the cookie dough layer, spreading it evenly. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before cutting into squares.

Notes

For storage, keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week, or freeze for up to 3 months.