Description
Loaded Brownie Mix Cookies are a quick and delicious treat made by enhancing a simple brownie mix with extra ingredients like chocolate chips, nuts, and optional colorful candies or marshmallows. These gooey, chewy cookies bake in just minutes, making them a perfect easy dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 box brownie mix (any variety)
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Mix-ins
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (or nuts of your choice)
- 1/4 cup M&Ms or mini marshmallows (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the brownie mix, all-purpose flour, and salt to ensure an even distribution of dry components.
- Add wet ingredients: Pour in the vegetable oil, crack in the eggs, and add the vanilla extract. Stir everything together until the batter is fully combined and smooth.
- Fold in mix-ins: Gently fold in the chocolate chips, chopped walnuts, and if using, M&Ms or mini marshmallows, making sure they are evenly dispersed throughout the dough.
- Form dough balls: Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading.
- Bake the cookies: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers remain soft and slightly gooey.
- Cool the cookies: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes to firm up before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps retain their chewy texture.
Notes
- You can substitute walnuts with pecans, almonds, or any other nuts you prefer.
- For a more festive look, add colorful candies like M&Ms or mini marshmallows.
- Be careful not to overbake; the centers should remain soft for the perfect chewy cookie texture.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- To make these gluten-free, use a gluten-free brownie mix and gluten-free flour blend.
