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!
