Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Brownies

Hey there dessert lovers! Craving something incredibly decadent and comforting? Look no further, because these Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Brownies are about to become your new favorite treat! Imagine rich, fudgy brownies swirled with a generous layer of sweet, buttery cookie dough, studded with melty chocolate chips. It’s the perfect combination of two classic desserts in one glorious bite. Ready to bake up some happiness? Let’s get started!

Ingredients

For the Fudgy Brownies:

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, halal certified
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup packed light brown sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon alcohol free vanilla extract
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, halal certified
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, halal certified

For the Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Topping:

• ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened, halal certified
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup packed light brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1 teaspoon alcohol free vanilla extract
• 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips, halal certified (or regular, roughly chopped)

Instructions

Get Started with the Brownies:

1. Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan. You can also line it with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides, for easy removal later.
2. Melt the Butter and Sugars: In a large, microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter. This can also be done in a saucepan over low heat. Once melted, stir in both the granulated sugar and brown sugar until well combined.
3. Mix in Eggs and Vanilla: Let the butter and sugar mixture cool slightly for a minute or two. Then, whisk in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
5. Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. Fold in the chocolate chips.
6. Bake the Brownies: Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs attached (you want fudgy brownies!). Let the brownies cool in the pan while you make the cookie dough topping.

Make the Cookie Dough Topping:

1. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the milk and vanilla extract until combined.
3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
4. Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Fold in the mini chocolate chips.

Assemble and Bake Again:

1. Spread the Cookie Dough: Once the brownies have cooled slightly (they can still be a little warm), crumble the cookie dough topping evenly over the brownie layer. You can gently press it down slightly if you like.
2. Bake Together: Return the pan to the oven and bake for another 15-20 minutes, or until the cookie dough topping is set and lightly golden brown. The brownies will be even fudgier underneath!
3. Cool Completely: Let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before cutting into squares. This is important for them to set properly and be easier to slice. For best results, you can even chill them in the refrigerator for an hour or two before cutting.

Tips and Variations

• Get Creative with Chocolate: Feel free to use different types of chocolate chips or chunks in both the brownies and the cookie dough. Dark chocolate, milk chocolate, or even white chocolate would be delicious!
• Add Some Crunch: For extra texture, you could add chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans to the brownie batter or cookie dough topping. Make sure they are halal certified if needed.
• Salted Caramel Swirl: Drizzle some halal salted caramel sauce over the cookie dough topping before the second bake for an even more indulgent treat.
• Don’t Overbake: For the fudgiest brownies, it’s better to slightly underbake them. They will continue to set as they cool.
• Serving Suggestion: These brownies are fantastic on their own, but even better served warm with a scoop of halal vanilla ice cream!

Enjoy these incredibly delicious Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Brownies! They are perfect for any occasion, from a casual weeknight dessert to a special celebration.

Halal Note: All ingredients listed in this recipe are widely available in halal certified forms and are suitable for a halal diet. Make sure to check the packaging of your specific brands to confirm halal certification if you have any concerns. Enjoy baking and eating with peace of mind!