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Brownie Mix Cookies

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Brownie mix cookies use a packaged brownie mix and just a few other ingredients to make a super easy chocolate cookie that’s thick, soft, and completely delicious. And they’re in the oven in less than 15 minutes!

easy brownie cookies on a wire rack with a jar of milk and some plates behind it

 

You know I love a doctored cake mix. But I had a box of brownie mix in the pantry and that box got me thinking besides brownies, can I make other recipes using packaged brownie mix?

And the answer is yes: you can make seriously awesome cookies using a box brownie mix! Just a handful of ingredients, a little stirring, NO CHILLING (!!!) and you’re on your way to brownie cookie bliss.

These brownie mix cookies are thick, soft, and deeply chocolatey. And they only require four ingredients!

Why you’ll love these brownie mix cookies:

  • No mixer necessary, just a bowl and spoon
  • They’re so easy they’re basically foolproof
  • You can have these in the oven in less than 15 minutes!

How to make brownie mix cookies

I’m borderline embarrassed to post this because it’s almost not a recipe—that’s how easy these brownie mix cookies are to make.

But here’s the step-by-step anyway. (I won’t let my embarrassment get in the way of your enjoyment of delicious cookies, especially because I think these would be great to make with kids and cookies are how I got my start in baking.)
how to make brownie cookies step by step

  • Combine brownie mix, an egg, and water or coffee
  • Stir to combine
  • Add chocolate chips
  • Fold to incorporate the chocolate

how to bake brownie mix cookies

  • Arrange the dough into balls on a baking sheet
  • Bake about 10 minutes

And that’s it! Brownie cookies are DONE!

Notes:

  • I prefer these brownie cookies made with coffee rather than water; the chocolate flavor is deeper that way.
  • It’s a little difficult to tell when these brownie mix cookies are done. They should look set all over, not just on the sides.
  • That said, it’s not the end of the world if you under-bake them (they’re more gooey that way). They’re just a little harder to get off the baking sheets if they aren’t fully baked.
  • I recommend using a thin metal spatula to remove these cookies from the baking sheets. It’s much easier than a plastic spatula, which tend to be thicker.

Variations on brownie cookies

Don’t limit yourself to chocolate chips in these brownie mix cookies—you can totally change up the mix-ins. Replace the chips with an equal amount of:

  • Butterscotch, peanut butter, or white chocolate chips
  • Chopped nuts
  • Chopped candy bars (Butterfingers are AMAZING here)

You can mix in a little vanilla, salt, or espresso powder to make the cookies taste a little more homemade.

You can also make these into sandwich cookies that sort of resemble whoopie pies. Spread frosting —homemade or store-bought—or even marshmallow cream in between two cookies. It’s delicious!

Just don’t frost the cookies too long before you serve them or the cookies get kind of soggy.

What kind of brownie mix should I use?

I used Betty Crocker fudge brownie mix but you can use your whatever is your favorite. Just be sure that the mix is the same size that I used (18.3 ounces) or you’ll need to adjust the amount of water/coffee in the recipe.

How to store brownie mix cookies

I think these cookies are best eaten within a day of making them. But you can store uneaten brownie cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a couple of days.

You can also freeze them, tightly wrapped for up to three months. Defrost them before you eat them or they’re rock hard.

A few more recipes you might like
Chocolate Dump Cake
Easy Chocolate Cupcakes
Lemon Drop Cookies
Chocolate Mint Cookies

stack of brownie mix cookies on a plate with a jar of milk behind it
Did you make these brownie mix cookies? That’s fantastic! Let me know what you think with a comment and a rating below. Then post a pic on Insta–tag @theitsybitsykitchen so I can see your delicious creations!

5 from 9 votes
easy brownie cookies on a wire rack with a jar of milk and some plates behind it
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Brownie Mix Cookies
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
 

These brownie mix cookies are an easy dessert that only requires four ingredients. In less than 15 minutes of active time you can have dessert in the oven!

Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 18
Author: Kelsie
Ingredients
  • 1 18.3-ounce box brownie mix*
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup water or coffee
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line 2 large baking sheets with parchment paper or spray with cooking spray and set aside.
  2. Combine the brownie mix, egg, and water or coffee in a medium bowl. Stir with a rubber spatula until well combined. Mixture will be thick.
  3. Fold in the chocolate chips. Shape the mixture into balls of about 2 tablespoons of dough and arrange 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets.
  4. Bake 10 to 12 minutes, until the cookies look set on top and around the edges. Cool on the baking sheets for 1 minute, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. (A thin metal spatula is really helpful to remove them from the baking sheets intact.)
  5. Uneaten cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

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Recipe Notes

*I used Betty Crocker fudge brownie mix

Optional mix-ins

  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon espresso powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt (the salt cuts through the sweet of the mix a little bit)
  • Feel free to substitute nuts or other baking chips for the chocolate chips

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Comments

  1. Liz says

    December 30, 2019 at 6:01 pm

    After baking tons of Christmas cookies, easy and yummy recipes like this are just what I need! My family loves any chocolate dessert!! Happy New Year!

    Reply
  2. Liz says

    December 30, 2019 at 6:00 pm

    5 stars
    After baking tons of Christmas cookies, easy and yummy recipes like this are just what I need! My family loves any chocolate dessert!!

    Reply
  3. Kim Lange says

    December 30, 2019 at 2:42 pm

    5 stars
    Well you know you don’t have to twist my arm to eat these! Brownies are my favorites and in cookie form is amazing! Pinning and Happy New Year my sweet friend!! xo

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  4. David @ Spiced says

    December 30, 2019 at 6:47 am

    5 stars
    Yup, those Butterfinger brownie cookies need to happen. They sound amazing! Actually, the only thing that might beat that would be Heath Bar Brownie Cookies. Would that work? (The answer is no…but that’s purely because someone would eat all of the Heath bars before they made it into the batter. Haha!)

    Reply
  5. sherry says

    December 26, 2019 at 3:06 am

    chocolate on chocolate is always a good thing. merry christmas.

    Reply
  6. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says

    December 25, 2019 at 7:09 pm

    5 stars
    My son Casey would love these Kelsie! I love how easy they are!

    Reply
  7. Carlee says

    December 24, 2019 at 4:41 am

    It doesn’t get much easier than that and the cookies look so chocolaty and delicious!

    Reply
  8. Ashika | The Gardening Foodie says

    December 24, 2019 at 2:52 am

    5 stars
    I love how easy this dessert is Kelsie. Perfect and so delicious for busy days. Thank you for a great recipe. A very Merry Christmas and a wonderful New Year to you 🙂

    Reply
  9. Katherine | Love In My Oven says

    December 23, 2019 at 2:05 pm

    5 stars
    Such a clever idea, Kelsie! I bet I even have random boxes of cake mix in my pantry, so I’ll have to pin this and remember for when I need cookies in a pinch! Because, cookie emergencies are a real thing. Cheers to this recipe, and Merry Christmas my friend!! XO

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  10. Milena says

    December 23, 2019 at 1:50 pm

    Leave it to you to make something this easy and this decadent! And the depth from the coffee, mmm!

    Reply
  11. Ben @ Havocinthekitchen says

    December 23, 2019 at 8:56 am

    5 stars
    I always a little bit suspicious about cake box mixes; however, you have proved that a cake box mix can be turned into something elegant and delicious. These cookies are no exception; so decadent, fudgy from the inside, and with a beautiful texture outside. Well done. Merry Christmas and don’t mix up Cookie with cookies for Santa 🙂

    Reply
  12. Leanne says

    December 23, 2019 at 8:18 am

    5 stars
    The brownie mix would definitely add a delicious and chewy texture to cookies! I’d love to have some to go with my morning coffee right now!

    Reply
  13. Kelly @ Kelly Lynn’s Sweets and Treats says

    December 23, 2019 at 6:13 am

    Totally love the idea of using coffee instead of water!! I would much rather use brownie mix to make cookies than brownies! Loving this recipe Kelsie!!

    Reply
  14. Alexandra @ It's Not Complicated Recipes says

    December 23, 2019 at 3:13 am

    5 stars
    Such a clever idea for an easy and delicious sweet treat!

    Reply

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