Imagine biting into a cookie that's so decadently rich, it's like a brownie and a cookie had the most delicious love child! These Brownie Cookies with Buttercream Frosting are about to become your new obsession - a dessert so irresistible, it'll make chocolate lovers weak at the knees. With a fudgy, soft texture that melts in your mouth and a luxurious buttercream frosting that adds the perfect creamy touch, these cookies are not just a treat, they're a chocolate experience that will transform your dessert game forever!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- For Frosting: 1 cup butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together unsalted butter and sugar until light and fluffy, using an electric mixer. This should take about 3-4 minutes.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, sift together all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt to ensure no lumps remain.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of cookie dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until edges are set and centers are slightly soft.
- Remove from oven and let cookies cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
- For buttercream frosting, beat softened butter in a large bowl until creamy.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, cocoa powder, milk, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth and fluffy.
- Once cookies are completely cool, spread or pipe buttercream frosting onto each cookie.
- Allow frosted cookies to set for 15-20 minutes before serving or storing in an airtight container.
Tips
- Use room temperature ingredients: Ensure butter and eggs are at room temperature for smoother mixing and better texture.
- Don't overmix the batter: Mix just until ingredients are combined to keep cookies tender and prevent toughness.
- Use high-quality cocoa powder: The better the cocoa, the richer the chocolate flavor.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking for more consistent cookie shape.
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform cookie sizes and even baking.
- Let cookies cool completely before frosting to prevent melting and sliding.
- For extra decoration, sprinkle some cocoa powder or chocolate shavings on top of the frosting.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 42g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Cholesterol: 75mg
