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Valentine Brookies (Brownie + Sugar Cookie Swirls) Recipe

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These Valentine Brookies are a delightful combination of rich, fudgy brownie and sweet, soft sugar cookie dough swirled together and baked to perfection. Featuring a vibrant pink sugar cookie layer dotted with festive sprinkles, these brookies make a perfect treat for celebrating Valentine’s Day or any special occasion.

Ingredients

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Brownie Layer

  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup natural unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Sugar Cookie Layer

  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • Pink or red gel food coloring, to desired hue
  • Optional: Valentine sprinkles or heart confetti for decoration

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring you leave an overhang on two opposite sides for easy removal of the brookies later.
  2. Make Brownie Batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter and granulated sugar until the mixture becomes smooth and shiny. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract to combine.
  3. Add Dry Ingredients to Brownie Batter: Gently fold in the cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, and salt until no dry bits remain, being careful not to overmix to keep the brownies tender.
  4. Pour Brownie Batter: Evenly spread the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan, creating a smooth, uniform layer.
  5. Cream Butter and Sugar for Sugar Cookie Layer: In a separate bowl, use a mixer at medium speed to cream the softened butter and granulated sugar for 2-3 minutes, until the mixture is pale and fluffy.
  6. Add Egg and Vanilla: Scrape down the sides of the bowl, then beat in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth and fully incorporated.
  7. Incorporate Dry Ingredients for Sugar Cookie Dough: Add the all-purpose flour and baking powder, mixing on low speed just until a soft dough forms, avoiding overmixing.
  8. Add Food Coloring: Gradually add the pink or red gel food coloring a drop at a time, mixing until the dough reaches your desired vibrant pink color.
  9. Drop Sugar Cookie Dough: Use a spoon to drop spoonfuls of the pink sugar cookie dough randomly over the brownie batter layer in the pan.
  10. Swirl Batters: Using a butter knife or offset spatula, gently swirl the two batters together with figure-eight, loop, and zigzag motions to create a beautiful marbled pattern. Be careful not to overmix.
  11. Add Decorations: If desired, sprinkle Valentine sprinkles or heart confetti over the top for an extra festive touch.
  12. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes. At 25 minutes, check for doneness; the edges should be set and the center should still be slightly soft with no wet batter. Use a toothpick inserted in the center which should come out with a few moist crumbs.
  13. Cool: Remove the pan from the oven and allow the brookies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack, which will take about 2 hours.
  14. Chill for Slicing: For cleaner slices, refrigerate the cooled brookies for 30 minutes before cutting.
  15. Cut and Serve: Lift the brookies out of the pan using the parchment overhang and cut into 16 even squares with a sharp knife, wiping the blade between cuts to maintain clean edges.

Notes

  • Use room temperature eggs for better batter consistency and baking results.
  • Do not overmix the brownie and sugar cookie batters to keep textures tender and fudgy.
  • The swirled sugar cookie dough can be colored as light or vibrant as you desire with gel food coloring.
  • Chilling before slicing helps achieve neat cuts and prevents crumbling.
  • Store brookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate to extend freshness.

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