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Chocolate Fudge Brownie Cookies with Salt and Peanuts

Chocolate fudge brownie cookies are the ultimate indulgence for any chocolate lover. These cookies are rich, chewy, and fudgy with a perfect balance of sweet and salty, thanks to the addition of sea salt and crunchy peanuts on top. They are sure to satisfy your cravings and impress anyone you share them with.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer (handheld or stand mixer)
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Cooling rack

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar packed
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup chopped peanuts
  • Sea salt flakes for sprinkling

Instructions

  • Preheat the Oven:
  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Melt Butter and Chocolate:
  • In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and 1 cup of the chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
  • Mix Wet Ingredients:
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy.
  • Combine Chocolate Mixture:
  • Gradually add the melted chocolate mixture to the egg mixture, beating until well combined.
  • Mix Dry Ingredients:
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  • Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Stir in the remaining 1/2 cup of chocolate chips and chopped peanuts.
  • Scoop and Bake:
  • Drop tablespoon-sized mounds of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Sprinkle a small pinch of sea salt flakes on top of each cookie.
  • Bake the Cookies:
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft. Do not overbake.
  • Cool and Serve:
  • Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack to cool completely.