EASY BROWNIE MIX COOKIES

These easy Brownie Mix Cookies are the perfect mashup of two favorite desserts: rich, fudgy brownies and soft, chewy cookies. Made with just one bowl and four simple ingredients, including a brownie mix and classic Hershey’s bars, this easy brownie cookie recipe comes together in under 20 minutes. If you’re craving something chocolatey and ridiculously simple, these cookies are your new go-to.

RECIPE HIGHLIGHTS

• Ridiculously easy to make. No mixers, no chill time, and no long ingredient list. You can whip these up with a spoon and a bowl.
• Perfect texture. You get the chewy edges of a cookie and the rich, fudgy center of a brownie in every bite.
• Major chocolate payoff. These are topped with melted Hershey’s bars right after baking, making every bite melty and indulgent.
• Customizable. Add crushed walnuts, a sprinkle of sea salt, or even a drizzle of peanut butter for extra flair.
• Crowd-pleasers. Whether it’s a bake sale, party, or Tuesday afternoon, these cookies disappear fast.

Ingredients in Easy Brownie Mix Cookies

• Brownie mix: Any standard box will work, but stick to the basic fudge brownie variety—nothing with extra mix-ins.
• Egg: Just one is all you need to bind the dough and keep the texture chewy and soft.
• Melted butter: Provides richness and moisture, giving the cookies that decadent brownie mouthfeel.
• Hershey bars: Classic milk chocolate is the perfect topping. Each cookie gets a square that melts into a smooth finish.

Helpful Tips

Full instructions for making the cookies can be found on the recipe card below, but here are a few helpful tips.

• Don’t overbake. Even if the cookies look a bit soft in the center after 8 minutes, pull them out. They’ll firm up as they cool, and overbaking will make them dry instead of fudgy.
• Make it your own. Stir in chopped pecans, espresso powder, or chocolate chips to intensify flavor.
• For a bakery look: After topping with chocolate, swirl a little with an offset spatula or spoon to get that glossy, melted-chocolate finish.

Storage Instructions

• Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 3–4 days.
• To freeze, let cool completely and layer between parchment in a freezer-safe bag. They’ll keep well for 1–2 months.
• Reheat briefly in the microwave for gooey, melty magic all over again.

Easy Brownie Mix Cookies Recipe

Easy Brownie Mix Cookies are made with a brownie mix, butter and an egg and then frosted with a little bit of a melted Hershey bar. One of the easiest cookie recipes ever and they taste just like brownies…in cookie form!

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Course: Cookies

Cuisine: American

Keyword: brownie cookies

Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 8 minutes minutes

Servings: 24 cookies

Calories: 58kcal

Author: Jessica & Nellie

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Ingredients 

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• 1 box brownie mix
• 1 egg
• ½ cup butter melted
• 2 (1.55 oz) Hershey bars broken into separate squares

Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 350°.
• In a mixing bowl, combine the brownie mix with the egg and the butter and mix until well combined.
• Use a cookie scoop to scoop the cookie dough onto a cookie sheet.
• Bake the cookies for 8 minutes and remove from the oven. As soon as the cookie come out of the oven, place one square of Hershey bar on top of each cookie. Wait 1-2 minutes and then use a knife to spread the melted Hershey bar around on top of each cookie.
• Let the cookies cool for a few more minutes on the cookie sheet and then place on a wire rack to cool completely. Makes 24 cookies.

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Nutrition

Calories: 58kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 34mg | Potassium: 29mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 129IU | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 0.5mg

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FAQs

Can I use a different chocolate for the topping?
Absolutely. Dark chocolate, mini Reese’s, or even a scoop of Nutella would all work well. Just choose something that melts easily.

Do these freeze well?
Yes! You can freeze the cookies after baking and topping. Just let them cool completely, layer between sheets of parchment, and store in an airtight container for up to 2 months.

What if I want a thinner, crispier cookie?
Use a second egg instead of one, and reduce the butter to 1/3 cup. This will thin the batter slightly and create crispier edges.

More brownie mix cookie recipes to try:

• Brownie Crinkle Cookies are classic, fudgy favorites rolled in powdered sugar for a crackly top and rich chocolate bite—one of the easiest brownie cookie recipes you’ll ever make.
• For a festive spin, try Brownie Blossom Cookies, packed with mini chocolate chips and colorful sprinkles. These brownie mix cookies are a go-to for holidays and cookie exchanges.
• Caramel Brownie Cookies combine the ease of a mix with the indulgence of gooey caramel centers. A light sprinkle of salt takes these chewy, chocolatey cookies over the top.
• Capture campfire nostalgia with S’mores Brownie Mix Cookies. Made with graham cracker pieces and marshmallows, this easy cookie recipe transforms a box of brownie mix into a summertime treat.
• Brownie Mix M&M Cookies are chewy, triple chocolate delights bursting with colorful M&Ms. This quick recipe is perfect when you need a fun, crowd-pleasing dessert fast.

This easy brownie cookie recipe proves you don’t need a long ingredient list or fancy steps to create a wow-worthy treat. These Hershey Brownie Mix Cookies are simple, chocolaty, and straight-up addictive. Keep a box of brownie mix and a couple Hershey bars on hand—because once you try these, you’ll want to make them again and again.