Description
Le Crookie is a delectable fusion dessert combining the best elements of cookies and brownies in one delightful treat. This recipe layers rich cookie dough with a smooth brownie batter, baked to perfection and finished with a drizzle of melted dark chocolate, creating a deliciously chewy and fudgy bar perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough
- 1 cup Butter (softened)
- 1 cup Brown sugar (packed)
- 1/2 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 Eggs
- 2 tsp Vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup Cocoa powder
- 1 tsp Baking soda
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1 cup Chocolate chips (semi-sweet or milk)
- 1/2 cup Walnuts (chopped, optional)
Brownie Batter
- 1/2 cup Dark chocolate (melted, for drizzling and batter)
- Additional flour, sugar, and eggs (quantities not specified in original; estimated below)
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9×9 inch baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Make the cookie dough: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Add dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually stir this dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in mix-ins: Fold the chocolate chips and optional walnuts into the cookie dough gently to distribute them evenly.
- Prepare brownie batter: In another bowl, mix together the melted dark chocolate, 1/2 cup flour, 1/2 cup sugar, and 2 eggs until smooth. Optionally, add a pinch of salt to enhance flavor.
- Assemble the crookie: Press half of the cookie dough into the bottom of the prepared pan to form an even layer. Spread the brownie batter evenly over the cookie dough layer. Drop spoonfuls of the remaining cookie dough over the brownie batter and gently spread it out without mixing the layers completely.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs, indicating a fudgy texture.
- Cool and serve: Let the Le Crookie cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, drizzle with additional melted dark chocolate for an elegant finish. Slice into squares and enjoy!
Notes
- Optional walnuts add a nice crunch but can be omitted for a nut-free version.
- Make sure not to overmix the cookie dough after adding the dry ingredients to keep the texture tender.
- Use high-quality dark chocolate for melting to enhance the rich flavor.
- Allow the dessert to cool completely before cutting to ensure clean slices.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
