Description

Valentine Brookies combine the rich, fudgy texture of brownies with the soft, fluffy sweetness of cookies, creating a delightful layered dessert perfect for Valentine’s Day or any special occasion. This recipe features a luscious brownie base alternating with a pink-tinted cookie layer, swirled together and baked to perfection, yielding an irresistible treat that balances gooey chocolate and sweet vanilla flavors.

Ingredients

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Brownie Layer

1 box Brownie Mix (your favorite store-bought or homemade)
1/2 cup Unsalted Butter (for moisture and richness)
2 large Eggs (room temperature for best results)

Cookie Layer

1/2 cup Unsalted Butter (softened for best flavor)
1/2 cup Brown Sugar (can substitute with granulated sugar)
1/4 cup Granulated Sugar (for added sweetness)
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (pure vanilla recommended)
2 large Eggs
1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour (can use gluten-free if needed)
1 teaspoon Baking Powder (essential for a fluffy cookie layer)
1 teaspoon Pink Food Coloring (optional, for festive color)

Instructions

Preparation: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
Prepare Brownie Batter: In a large bowl, prepare the brownie mix according to the package instructions or your homemade recipe, typically combining the box mix, 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter, and 2 large eggs. Mix until fully incorporated.
Prepare Cookie Dough: In a separate bowl, cream together 1/2 cup softened unsalted butter, 1/2 cup brown sugar, and 1/4 cup granulated sugar until fluffy. Add 2 large eggs and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, mixing well. Gradually incorporate 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and pink food coloring if using, stirring until the dough is uniform.
Combine Batters: Alternately spoon dollops of the brownie batter and the cookie dough into the prepared baking pan to create distinct layers. Using a knife or skewer, gently swirl the batters together to create a marbled effect without fully blending them.
Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs but no wet batter.
Cool and Slice: Allow the brookies to cool briefly in the pan to set. Then, lift them out using the parchment paper, transfer to a cutting board, and slice into squares to serve.

Notes

Room temperature eggs improve batter incorporation and texture.
Using parchment paper in the pan makes removal and slicing easier.
Swirling the batters gently helps maintain distinct brownie and cookie layers.
Adjust baking time slightly if using glass or metal pans.
Pink food coloring is optional but adds a festive Valentine’s Day touch.
Store brookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Valentine Brookies, brownies and cookies, layered dessert, Valentine’s Day dessert, pink brookies, chocolate and vanilla dessert