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The Best Brownie Mix Cookies

These brownie cookies are incredibly soft and chewy, with a slight crisp on the outside and the most insanely fudgy texture on the inside. Even my husband, who is inexplicably not a fan of chocolate (I mean, what?), couldn’t keep his hands off these. And that’s a win in my books!

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These chocolate “brookies” only take about 3 steps and 5 ingredients to make, the main ingredient being boxed brownie mix! They’re quick and humble enough for everyday baking and show-stopping enough for a holiday cookie platter. Honestly, the gooey, brownie-like crumb trapped inside a chocolate cookie is so crazy delicious, I can’t wait for you to try it. And, if you love these brownie mix cookies, be sure to try these cake mix cookies, too! They’re just as easy (and delicious) to make.

I mean, fudgy brownies in cookie form? What’s not to love about that? Here’s why I’m such a big fan of this recipe:

Crispy, yet gooey and chewy. These chocolate cookies are crispy when you first bite into them, but then the chewy, melt-in-your-mouth interior is revealed. It’s the most addicting combination! Double the sweetness! As if the brownie mix wasn’t enough, I added white chocolate chips into these cookies, too. Why not, right? Simple ingredients. If you have a brownie mix and some cream cheese on hand, you’re practically ready to start. This 5-ingredient recipe does not take long to mix together at all!

What You’ll Need

This is such a simple cookie recipe that can be whipped up for almost any occasion. Here are the 5 ingredients you’ll need to round up (see the exact amounts in the recipe card below):

Brownie Mix: Use your favorite boxed brownie mix. I personally love the Chocolate Fudge Brownie Mix from Pillsbury for this recipe. Cream Cheese: For the best results, use full fat cream cheese. Also remember to let it come to room temperature before you begin! This helps it mix smoothly with the other ingredients. Butter: I recommend working with unsalted butter, also brought to room temperature. White Chocolate Chips: Because what’s a chocolate cookie recipe without a spray of chocolate chips? Alternatively, you can use regular or dark chocolate chips for a double-chocolate version. Egg: To bind all of the ingredients together.

How to Make Brownie Mix Cookies

These brownie cookies come together in just 3 steps! Get your box of brownie mix ready, and let’s get started (see the full set of directions in the recipe card as well):

Combine the wet ingredients. First, combine the cream cheese and butter, followed by the egg, and mix until smooth. Add in the brownie mix. Slowly add the brownie mix, continuing to stir until a thick dough forms. Next, stir in the white chocolate chips. Bake. Use a cookie scoop to drop the dough onto a lined baking sheet. Bake the cookies in a 350° oven until they’re set around the edges (the tops will look a little underdone, but that’s OK!). Once they’re out of the oven, move your brookies to a wire rack to cool.

Tips for Success

Super simple, right? These brownie cookies are a guaranteed success even if you don’t bake very often! Even so, I have a few more tips for you on how to get the best results with brownie mix cookies before you start:

Use a cookie scoop. Using a cookie scoop is optional but recommended to keep the cookies uniform! However, if you don’t have one, feel free to use a regular tablespoon or your hands to form the cookie dough balls. Don’t over-bake the cookies. The tops will seem a bit underdone when these cookies are ready to come out of the oven – this is 100% intentional! That’s what gives them their irresistibly moist, gooey, brookie texture! Resist the urge to leave them in longer. Space the cookies out on the parchment paper. These chocolate cookies will spread as they bake, so be sure to leave a couple of inches between each scoop of dough!

Substitutions & Recipe Variations

There are countless ways to mix up these brownie mix cookies:

Double Chocolate: Swap out the white chocolate chips for dark chocolate chips to make ultra fudgy double chocolate brownie cookies. Mint Chocolate: Make mint chocolate brookies by adding in a ¼ teaspoon of mint or peppermint extract to the batter. You can even go all out with mint chocolate chips! Chocolate Orange: Same as above, but use orange extract plus a bit of orange zest for a hint of zesty citrus in every bite. Frosting: Top these cookies with a smear of homemade frosting. Try my 2-ingredient chocolate buttercream, whipped Nutella frosting, or fluffy marshmallow frosting. Fruit & Nuts: For extra crunch, toss a handful of crushed nuts into the batter. Peanuts, pecans, hazelnuts, and macadamias are all good options. You can also stir in chopped dried cranberries or pineapple, or freeze-dried raspberries. Rocky Road: Mix in crushed nuts and mini marshmallows for rocky road-inspired brownie cookies. Salted Caramel: Drizzle the tops of these cookies with caramel sauce (try my quick and easy caramel sauce in the microwave) and give them a sprinkle with toffee bits and flaky sea salt. Toasted Coconut: Bring toasted coconut flakes into the mix for a tropical twist. For even more chocolate coconut flavor, frost your brookies with homemade coconut buttercream frosting.

How to Store Brownie Cookies

Store these brownie cookies airtight at room temperature for up to 4 days, or up to 1 week in the fridge. If you do keep your cookies in the fridge, I highly recommend letting them come to room temperature again before serving – this way they’ll get their gooey texture back!