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brownie cookie bars

Delicious layered brownie and cookie bars with rich chocolate flavor.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 16
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 18.3 ounces boxed fudge brownie mix
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter melted and cooled slightly
  • 0.5 cups light brown sugar
  • 0.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg room temperature
  • 1 large egg yolk room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1.33 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 0.25 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 0.75 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F. Line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper and spray with non-stick spray. Set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, prepare the brownie mix according to package instructions (eggs, water, oil). Stir until well combined.
  3. Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  4. In a separate bowl, beat melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
  5. Add the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract to the sugar mixture and beat until smooth.
  6. Add flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt to the wet ingredients. Mix on low until incorporated.
  7. Fold in chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
  8. Drop spoonfuls of cookie dough over the brownie layer, spreading slightly.
  9. Bake for 20 minutes covered with foil, then uncover and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  10. Cool completely, then lift from pan using parchment and slice into servings.

Notes

A rich combination of fudgy brownies and chewy cookie layers, perfect for sharing.