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Buter Brownie Swirl Cookies

Buter Brownie Swirl Cookies

A delicious fusion of chewy butter cookies and fudgy brownies, these Butter Brownie Swirl Cookies are easy to make and look stunning with their marbled design.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 18 Cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the Butter Cookie Layer:
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • For the Brownie Layer:
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 tsp baking powder

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Butter Cookie Dough:
  2. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the egg and vanilla extract and mix until smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until the dough comes together.
  6. Cover and refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes.
  7. Prepare the Brownie Dough:
  8. In a separate bowl, melt the butter and whisk together with sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  9. Stir in the cocoa powder, salt, flour, and baking powder until combined. The dough should be thick and fudgy.
  10. Form the Swirls:
  11. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  12. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of both the butter cookie dough and brownie dough.
  13. Place the dough balls on the baking sheet and use a toothpick or skewer to swirl the two doughs together, creating a marbled effect.
  14. Bake:
  15. Bake the cookies for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers are set.
  16. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Make sure to chill the dough before baking to ensure the cookies hold their shape.
If you prefer a more intense chocolate flavor, add some chocolate chips or chopped chocolate to the brownie dough.
These cookies are best enjoyed the day they are made, but they can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.