Prepare to embark on a decadent culinary adventure that will make your taste buds dance with pure delight! These Thick and Chewy Chocolate Chip Brownie Cupcookies are the ultimate dessert hybrid that combines the best of brownies and chocolate chip cookies into one irresistible treat. Imagine sinking your teeth into a rich, fudgy texture studded with melty chocolate chips - a dessert so incredible, it'll have your friends and family begging for the recipe. Whether you're a baking novice or a seasoned pro, this mouthwatering creation is guaranteed to become your new go-to indulgence that will transform any ordinary day into an extraordinary celebration of chocolate bliss!
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter, melted
- 1 1/2 cups brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners or grease thoroughly with butter or cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter and brown sugar. Whisk together until smooth and well incorporated, ensuring no sugar lumps remain.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract, mixing until the mixture is creamy and uniform.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. This helps remove any lumps and ensures even distribution of dry ingredients.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the cupcookies tough.
- Gently fold in most of the chocolate chips, reserving a handful for topping. This ensures chocolate is distributed throughout the batter.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 to 3/4 full. Sprinkle the reserved chocolate chips on top of each cupcookie.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes. The cupcookies are done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For best texture, allow cupcookies to rest for at least 30 minutes before serving. This helps them set and develop a rich, chewy consistency.
Tips
- • For the most decadent results, use high-quality cocoa powder and chocolate chips • Make sure butter is melted but not hot when mixing with sugar • Sifting dry ingredients prevents lumps and ensures a smoother batter • Don't overmix the batter - this can make your cupcookies tough • Use room temperature eggs for better incorporation • Allow cupcookies to cool completely for the best chewy texture • Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness • For extra indulgence, serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream • Can be frozen for up to 2 weeks - perfect for make-ahead desserts • Experiment with different chocolate chip varieties for unique flavor profiles
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 42g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 14g
Cholesterol: 95mg
