Joanna Gaines’ Best Crispy Brownie Cookies
Joanna Gaines’ Brownie Cookies are the best crispy, chewy chocolate cookies you’ll ever make. After making these dozens of times, I discovered the trick to perfect brownie cookies every time. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Lunch Lady Brownies and Better Than Takeout Zimtkuchen.
Why This Joanna Gaines' Best Crispy Brownie Cookies Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy edges with a soft, fudgy center
- Easy, one-bowl recipe
- Perfect for holiday gifting
- Better than takeout
What You'll Need for Joanna Gaines' Best Crispy Brownie Cookies
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Butter
- Sugar
- Eggs
- All-purpose flour
- Cocoa powder
- Semisweet chocolate chips
- Vanilla extract
- Salt
- Optional: Powdered sugar for dusting
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Butter: Melted butter helps create a chewy texture.
- Eggs: Room temperature eggs incorporate better.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
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How to Make Joanna Gaines' Best Crispy Brownie Cookies
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Step 2: In a large bowl, combine melted butter, sugar, and vanilla. Mix in eggs one at a time.
- Step 3: Add flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Mix until just combined.
- Step 4: Fold in chocolate chips.
- Step 5: Drop rounded spoonfuls onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are set.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Joanna Gaines' Best Crispy Brownie Cookies
- : Chill the dough for 10 minutes before baking for thicker cookies.
- Common mistake and fix: If cookies are too soft, add 2 more tablespoons of flour and chill the dough.
- : For a fudgier cookie, underbake slightly and let them cool on the baking sheet.
Storing & Reheating Joanna Gaines' Best Crispy Brownie Cookies
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Make-ahead tip: Dough can be made ahead and chilled for up to 2 days.
Freezing Joanna Gaines' Best Crispy Brownie Cookies
Freeze baked cookies for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a fun twist, add a spoonful of peanut butter or caramel to the center of some cookies before baking.
- Best substitution: Substitute white chocolate chips or butterscotch chips for semisweet chocolate chips.
- Make-ahead: Baked cookies can be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be doubled or halved easily.
- Troubleshooting: If cookies are too soft, add 2 more tablespoons of flour and chill the dough before baking.
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Joanna Gaines' Best Crispy Brownie Cookies
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Butter
- Sugar
- Eggs
- All-purpose flour
- Cocoa powder
- Semisweet chocolate chips
Seasonings
- Vanilla extract
- Salt
Optional Toppings
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Step 2: In a large bowl, combine melted butter, sugar, and vanilla. Mix in eggs one at a time.
- Step 3: Add flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Mix until just combined.
- Step 4: Fold in chocolate chips.
- Step 5: Drop rounded spoonfuls onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are set.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a fun twist, add a spoonful of peanut butter or caramel to the center of some cookies before baking.
- Best substitution: Substitute white chocolate chips or butterscotch chips for semisweet chocolate chips.
- Make-ahead: Baked cookies can be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be doubled or halved easily.
- Troubleshooting: If cookies are too soft, add 2 more tablespoons of flour and chill the dough before baking.
Storage
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Freeze baked cookies for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
- Make ahead: Dough can be made ahead and chilled for up to 2 days.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 150
- Protein: 2g
- Fat: 7g
- Carbs: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Cholesterol: 30mg
- Sat. Fat: 4g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Joanna Gaines' Best Crispy Brownie Cookies FAQs
Yes, you can make the dough ahead and chill it for up to 2 days. Baked cookies can be frozen for up to 3 months.
Overbaking can cause cookies to dry out. Reduce baking time by 1-2 minutes and let them cool on the baking sheet.
Yes, preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C), place cookies in the basket, and air fry for 6-8 minutes or until edges are set.
You can use white chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, or even chopped nuts as a substitute.
Yes, you can use whole wheat flour or gluten-free all-purpose flour as a substitute. The texture may vary slightly.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Joanna Gaines' Best Crispy Brownie Cookies and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
