Brownie Mix Cookies ✨🍫🍪


 The easiest, fudgiest cookies you’ll ever make—starting with a box of brownie mix! These decadent treats have crackly tops, chewy edges, and soft centers, just like your favorite brownies, but in a portable cookie form. Ready in under 30 minutes!

Why You’ll Love This Hack

✅ 3-ingredient base (plus optional mix-ins)
✅ No mixer needed – just stir and bake
✅ Perfect texture – crisp outside, fudgy inside
✅ Endless variations – customize with your favorite add-ins


Ingredients

(Makes 24 cookies)

Base Recipe:

  • 1 (18-20oz) box brownie mix (any brand)

  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour

  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil

  • 2 large eggs

Mix-In Ideas:

  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips

  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts

  • 1/4 cup caramel bits

  • 1 tsp instant espresso powder

  • 1/2 cup crushed Oreos


Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prep & Preheat

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

  • Line baking sheets with parchment paper.

2. Make Dough

  • In a large bowl, whisk together brownie mix and flour.

  • Add oil and eggs; stir until fully combined (dough will be thick).

  • Fold in mix-ins if using.

3. Bake

  • Scoop 1.5 tbsp balls of dough (roll gently if needed).

  • Space 2 inches apart on baking sheets.

  • Bake 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers look slightly underdone.

4. Cool & Enjoy

  • Let cookies cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet.

  • Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.


Pro Tips

🔥 For fudgier cookies: Underbake by 1-2 minutes.
🍫 Extra decadent: Press a chocolate kiss into warm cookies.
❄️ Freeze dough: Scoop and freeze unbaked dough for up to 3 months.


Creative Variations

Rocky Road: Add 1/2 cup mini marshmallows + 1/4 cup chopped almonds.
Peanut Butter Swirl: Swirl 1/4 cup peanut butter into dough before baking.
Mint Chocolate: Add 1/2 tsp peppermint extract + 1/2 cup Andes bits.
Salted Caramel: Drizzle with caramel sauce & sprinkle with sea salt after baking.


Serving Suggestions

🍨 Ice cream sandwiches – Sandwich between vanilla ice cream.
Coffee pairing – Perfect with espresso or cold milk.
🎁 Gift idea – Package in cellophane bags with ribbon.


Storage

Keeps fresh in an airtight container for 3 days.


Why This Recipe Works

Brownie mix already contains the perfect balance of cocoa, sugar, and leavening – we just adjust the texture with flour and eggs. The result? All the rich chocolate flavor of brownies in convenient cookie form!