Dessert

Cosmic Brownie Style Cookies Recipe

ByJeannette Jaeger January 27, 2026January 27, 2026

Introduction

These Cosmic Brownie Style Cookies combine the rich, fudgy texture of brownies with the fun crunch of candy-coated chocolates on top. Perfect for satisfying your chocolate cravings with a playful twist.

A white plate holds seven thick, round chocolate cookies, each topped with a shiny layer of dark chocolate glaze and decorated with colorful candy spots in red, green, orange, yellow, purple, blue, and pink. The cookies have a rich, dark brown base with one cookie partly eaten to show its soft, crumbly inside. Some loose candy spots are scattered nearby on a white marbled surface, along with cookie crumbs. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

½ cup butter, softened
¾ cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
⅓ cup cocoa powder
½ tsp baking soda
¼ tsp salt
½ cup chocolate chips
1 cup melted chocolate (for topping)
¼ cup candy-coated chocolates

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
Step 2: In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Step 3: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
Step 4: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips.
Step 5: Scoop the dough onto the prepared baking sheet in evenly sized mounds, leaving space between each cookie.
Step 6: Bake for 9–11 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers remain soft. Remove from the oven and let cookies cool completely on a wire rack.
Step 7: Once cooled, spread the melted chocolate evenly over the tops of the cookies.
Step 8: Decorate each cookie with candy-coated chocolates and allow the chocolate topping to set before serving.

Tips & Variations

For an extra fudgy texture, slightly underbake the cookies and allow them to set while cooling.
Substitute the candy-coated chocolates with chopped nuts or sprinkles for a different crunch and flavor profile.
Use dark, milk, or white chocolate for the topping depending on your preference.

Storage

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days to maintain freshness. If the topping has melted chocolate, keep them cool or refrigerate to prevent melting. To reheat, warm gently in the microwave for 10-15 seconds if desired.

How to Serve

A tall stack of five thick, dark brown chocolate cookies is shown, each separated by a smooth layer of shiny chocolate spread. The top cookie has a bite taken out, revealing its soft, moist inside. Colorful candy-coated chocolates in red, yellow, orange, blue, green, and purple are scattered on top of each chocolate layer and around the stack. The stack is on a white marbled surface with soft natural light coming from a window in the background, creating a cozy and inviting mood. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use a different type of chocolate for the chips or topping?

Yes, you can use any type of chocolate chips or melted chocolate you prefer—dark, milk, or white chocolate all work well and will alter the flavor slightly.