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Fudgy Brownie Mix Cookies: The Easiest Shortcut Dessert

A tempting stack of rich, dark chocolate brownie mix cookies piled high on a light-colored plate.

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Create rich, fudgy chocolate cookies using only a box of brownie mix and one other ingredient. This quick recipe delivers intense chocolate flavor with a chewy texture.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box (about 18.3 oz) of your favorite fudgy brownie mix
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional addition)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the entire box of dry brownie mix and the 2 large eggs. Mix with a spoon or spatula until just combined. Do not overmix; the dough will be very thick.
  3. If using, gently fold in the chocolate chips.
  4. Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, placing them about 2 inches apart. You can gently press the tops down slightly if you prefer a flatter cookie.
  5. Bake for 10 to 13 minutes. The edges should look set, but the centers will still look slightly soft.
  6. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. They will firm up as they cool.

Notes

  • For a chewier cookie, slightly underbake them by one minute.
  • If your dough seems too stiff to scoop, add 1 teaspoon of water or milk at a time until it is manageable.
  • For peanut butter swirl cookies, mix 1/2 cup of creamy peanut butter with 1 tablespoon of powdered sugar. Drop spoonfuls of the brownie dough, top with a small dollop of the peanut butter mixture, and swirl gently with a toothpick before baking.
  • This recipe works best with mixes labeled as ‘fudgy’ rather than ‘cakey’ for the best texture.

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