Rich fudge Cookie Dough Frosted Fudge Brownies topped with a dreamy chocolate chip cookie dough frosting for an outrageous brownie eating experience!
Every time I make my one-bowl fudge brownies I think they can’t get any better — they’re simple to bake and delightfully fudgy. They melt in your mouth with gooey, chocolatey goodness. But recently I discovered a way to make them even more irresistible: by topping warm brownies with a silky chocolate chip cookie dough frosting. The combination of moist brownie and creamy cookie dough is pure decadence and an absolute crowd-pleaser.
These brownies are perfect for a girls’ night or any gathering where you want to impress without fuss. I debated between baking cookies or brownies, then realized I could do both at once — and the result was heavenly. Topping a batch of warm brownies with cookie dough frosting created a dessert that felt indulgent and festive, ideal for sharing while catching up with friends.
When I searched for a reliable cookie dough frosting recipe, Sally’s Baking Addiction came up repeatedly with excellent reviews. I tried that version and loved it immediately. The frosting is egg-free, so there’s no concern about raw eggs, and I recommend toasting the flour first to eliminate any possible bacteria. I adjusted the original recipe slightly to make the frosting a bit more spreadable, but otherwise the flavor and texture are faithful to the original inspiration. It’s easy to prepare and uses simple pantry ingredients.
These brownies disappeared fast when I first made them, and after receiving requests for the recipe I made them again to share the details here. They rank among those must-try desserts: rich, fudgy brownies topped with creamy cookie-dough frosting studded with mini chocolate chips. I use my favorite one-bowl fudge brownie method for the base, then whip up the frosting in minutes.
Be warned: take a seat before you try one. These brownies are a knockout — an indulgent, unforgettable treat. Enjoy!
xoxo,
Cookie Dough Frosted Fudge Brownies
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Author: Maegan – The BakerMama
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Yield: 18
Category: Dessert
Description
Rich fudge Cookie Dough Frosted Fudge Brownies topped with a dreamy chocolate chip cookie dough frosting for an outrageous brownie eating experience!
Ingredients
Brownies:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
- 1–1/2 cups toasted all-purpose flour (see notes)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
Cookie Dough Frosting:
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1–1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/3–1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray and set aside.
- Place the butter and chocolate chips in a large microwave-safe bowl. Microwave about 2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds, until smooth. Stir in the sugar. Add the eggs one at a time, stirring until combined, then stir in the vanilla. Add the flour, salt, baking powder, and cocoa powder, mixing until incorporated.
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan. Bake 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow to cool completely.
- For the frosting, beat the butter and brown sugar until smooth. Add the vanilla, then the flour and salt, beating into a thick dough. Add 1/3 cup milk to start, then add more a little at a time until the frosting reaches a spreadable consistency. Stir in the mini chocolate chips.
- Spread the frosting over cooled brownies, cut into squares, and serve.
Notes
To toast flour: spread the flour on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F for 5 minutes to reduce any potential bacteria. Let the flour cool completely before using it in the frosting.
Store finished brownies in the refrigerator.
Cookie dough frosting recipe adapted from Sally’s Baking Addiction