Description
Scrumptious chocolate Meltaway Brownie Cookies combine rich ganache with fudgy brownie texture, creating an irresistible dessert. Chocolate enthusiasts will savor these elegant treats perfect for intimate gatherings or personal indulgence.
Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup (1 stick or 113 grams) unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
- ⅓ cup cocoa powder
- ½ cup chocolate chips (optional)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsps unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 to 3 tbsps milk (as needed for consistency)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Butter Melting: Gently heat butter in a spacious mixing bowl until smooth and glossy, avoiding scorching.
- Sugar Incorporation: Vigorously whisk granulated and brown sugars into warm butter, creating a light, aerated mixture.
- Liquid Integration: Blend eggs and vanilla extract into the sugar-butter base until completely smooth and uniform.
- Dry Ingredient Fusion: Sift cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt over wet ingredients, stirring carefully to eliminate lumps and develop a rich, dark foundation.
- Dough Formation: Fold flour into the mixture with a gentle hand, maintaining a soft, velvety texture while avoiding overmixing, then gently incorporate chocolate chips for even distribution.
- Baking Preparation: Line baking sheets with parchment paper and preheat oven to 350°F (175°C), ensuring optimal temperature for perfect cookie texture.
- Shaping and Baking: Drop rounded dough portions onto prepared sheets, spacing them adequately, and bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are slightly crisp while centers remain tender and soft.
Notes
Prevent Butter Burning: Melt butter on low heat or using a double boiler to avoid scorching and maintain a smooth, glossy texture.
Control Sugar Incorporation: Whisk sugar into warm butter thoroughly but avoid overbeating to prevent excess air that could affect cookie structure.
Maintain Soft Texture: Fold flour gently and minimally to prevent gluten development, which keeps the cookies tender and melt-in-your-mouth soft.
Chocolate Chip Distribution: If adding chocolate chips, coat them lightly in flour before folding to prevent sinking and ensure even spread throughout the dough.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 25
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 21 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg