1-Bowl Chocolate Brownie Cookies
Decadent & fudge-y brownie cookies that are a match made in heaven for all chocolate lovers! Any brownie fan will love the chewy texture and chocolate-y taste of these delicious and surprisingly wholesome cookies.
Today we are combining two delicious and decadent desserts into one! Meet the cookie that tastes like a brownie. They are made with wholesome ingredients, are naturally sweetened, and are whipped up in ONE BOWL. That’s right – we’re talkin’ easy and quick results! No melting chocolate or fussiness.
I love this recipe so much because right after we gobbled up the first batch, I immediately made another! They’re thick, chewy, fudge-y, and extremely addictive.
They are also perfect for the current holiday season but can be enjoyed year round because they are just too yummy not to make on repeat!
Ingredients You’ll Need
I luckily had all the ingredients I needed for these cookies already in my pantry – and you may already have them too! If not, I’m also sharing some easy ingredient substitutions if needed. Heres the full list:
- cocoa powder: I recommend using a sweetened version.
- oat flour: swap for regular all-purpose flour or blend whole oats in a blender until consistency is like flour.
- coconut sugar: this is a fantastic natural & unrefined sweetener but you can also swap for brown sugar instead.
- butter: I used vegan butter to keep it dairy-free but regular (unsalted) butter is also a great option.
- egg: room temperature.
- chocolate chips: I used dark chocolate chips – you can also use semi-sweet or use a chocolate bar chopped into small pieces.
- baking powder
How to Make Brownie Cookies (1 bowl) – Step by Step
First, whisk together the cocoa powder, butter, and sugar. Then whisk in the egg.
Add dry ingredients to wet and mix.
Fold in chocolate chips to cookie dough.
Then use a cookie scoop and roll dough into balls and place 2-3 inches apart. Bake for 9 minutes at 350F then cool for 10 minutes!
Extra Helpful Recipe Tips
Flour options: I love using oat flour in this recipe for it’s nutritional benefits (like fiber, antioxidants, and vitamins). You can make your own oat flour by blending oats in a blender/food processor or purchase it. You can also use regular all-purpose flour too.
Gluten free option: I recommend using 1 to 1 gluten-free flour blend.
Tips for storing & freezing cookies: Keep leftover cookies in an airtight container or ziplock bag – store at room temperature for 3-5 days or refrigerated for 5-7 days. Freeze for 2 months.
Since these cookies are rich in taste and thick + chewy in texture I love enjoying them with a hot cup of coffee – or serve with milk if that’s your thing.
They are absolute deliciousness and I hope you love them just as much as we do!
More Decadent Cookie Recipes to Try
- Chewy Ghirardelli Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Flourless Peanut Butter Cookies
- Chewy Gluten Free Peanut Butter Cookies
- Almond Butter Cookies
- Chewy Gingerbread Molasses Cookies
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Chocolate Brownie Cookies
Decadent & fudge-y brownie cookies that are a match made in heaven for all chocolate lovers! Any brownie fan will love the chewy texture and chocolate-y taste of these delicious and surprisingly wholesome cookies.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder (sweetened)
- 3/4 cup coconut sugar
- 1/2 cup melted butter (vegan or regular)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg
- 1 1/3 cup oat flour (or regular flour)
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350F. First, whisk together cocoa powder, coconut sugar, vanilla, and melted butter. Then mix egg in – do not over beat egg.
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Then add dry ingredients with wet ingredients – oat flour, baking powder, and salt. Last, fold in chocolate chips.
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Use a cookie scooper to measure dough then roll into balls. Set dough balls 2-3 inches apart on a sheet pan lined with parchment paper – use hand to lightly press down to flatten and help cookies spread.
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Bake cookies for 9 minutes – they will appear very soft but will set while they cool. Let cool for 5-10 minutes then enjoy! See notes for storing & freezing tips.
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I love the use of oat flour and coconut sugar in these little decadent beauties! Yum! Bookmarking to make as soon as I can fit into my clothes again. Happy New Year!
Thank you! They’re definitely my top favorite baking items to use. 🙂
What if you only have unsweeted cocoa powder, what/how much sugar should you add?
I would recommend about 1/4 cup more sugar!
I made these and they were great. So simple to make but really hit the spot for a sweet.
Thank you, Cynthia! Happy to hear you enjoyed them 🙂
Can a flax egg or applesauce be used to make these vegan?
I’ve not tried it with this recipe, but flax egg has worked in a few of my cookie recipes I’ve experimented with. Let me know if you try it!
Can you use almond or coconut flour
sooo goood.
super glad to hear it!
How much brown sugar should I use instead of the coconut sugar?
brown sugar and coconut sugar are 1 to 1 ratio! So exact same measurements for both sugars.
Is this dairy free because it has dark chocolate chips? I guess you can check the package…
I use vegan butter to make it dairy free as well as dark chocolate chips.
Is there another type of sugar or sweetener that could be used?
yes, you can sub with brown sugar!
Can you use almond or coconut flour
I’ve not tried almond flour, but it usually is a 1 to 1 ratio like oat flour. I recommend trying that over coconut flour!
hello! Can I swap butter for olive oil?
I’ve not tried it in this recipe, but you could certainly try. I would recommend more of a mild flavored oil over olive oil!
Can you use regular sugar?
Unfortunately regular white sugar won’t give a chewy texture. I recommend using only brown sugar or brown coconut sugar!