Cosmic Brownie Cookies
This Cosmic Brownie Cookies recipe makes soft, fudgy cookies with chocolate ganache and colorful toppings. Quick and easy dessert idea.
Servings: 12 cookies
Equipment
- wire rack
Ingredients
- 1 box fudge brownie mix (18 oz.)
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup canola oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup candy-coated chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together brownie mix and flour.1 box fudge brownie mix, 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- Add oil and eggs. Mix until fully combined and no dry streaks remain. Dough will be thick.¼ cup canola oil, 2 large eggs
- Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets using a large cookie scoop, spacing about 1½ inches apart.
- Lightly flatten each dough ball with your hand to remove the dome shape.
- Bake for 10-13 minutes, or until edges are set.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- To make the ganache, add chocolate chips and heavy cream to a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for 60 seconds.1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, ¼ cup heavy cream
- Let sit for 2 minutes, then whisk until smooth.
- Spread ganache over cooled cookies. Immediately sprinkle candy-coated chocolate chips on top.¼ cup candy-coated chocolate chips
- Let ganache set before serving.
Notes
🥡 STORAGE: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days
Refrigerate after 2 days to keep the ganache from spoiling
♨️ REHEATING: Microwave for 5-8 seconds to slightly soften the cookie
Let it sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes for the best texture
❄️ FREEZING: Freeze unfrosted cookies in an airtight container for up to 2 months
Thaw at room temperature, then add ganache before serving
Freezing frosted cookies is not recommended, as the ganache texture may change
💡 TIPS FOR BEST RESULTS: Do not overbake - cookies should have set edges and soft centers
Add flour to help prevent spreading and keep cookies fudgy
Use a cookie scoop for even baking
Add toppings while the ganache is still wet, so they stick
🍳 ALTERNATE COOKING METHODS: Air fryer - cook at 325°F for 6-8 minutes in small batches
Toaster oven - bake at 350°F for 10-12 minutes
♻️ LEFTOVERS: Chop and use as an ice cream topping
Crumble into milkshakes or parfaits
📝 NOTES: Heavy cream is key to a properly setting ganache
Half and half will result in a softer, runnier topping
Mini M&M’s or sprinkles work well if candy-coated chips are unavailable
Slight underbaking gives the best fudgy texture
Nutrition
Serving: 1cookie | Calories: 349kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 38mg | Sodium: 139mg | Potassium: 103mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 27g | Vitamin A: 125IU | Vitamin C: 0.03mg | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 2mg
