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    Home » Easy Recipes » Desserts & Treats

    Brookie Muffins (Brownie + Cookie in a Muffin Tin!)

    Published: Mar 21, 2025 · Modified: Oct 2, 2021 by Susan Moncrieff · This post may contain affiliate links · 21 Comments

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    If you’ve never had a brookie, you’re in for a treat—it’s the best of both dessert worlds: part brownie, part chocolate chip cookie. These brookie muffins are baked in a muffin tin for an easy-to-grab, single-serve dessert that’s rich, chewy, and chocolatey. They’re made with boxed brownie mix and store-bought cookie dough, so they come together quickly with just a few ingredients.

    Brookies on a white plate.  Brookies are brownie on the bottom, cookies on the top.  Baked in a muffin tin.

    I make these as bars too, here is the easy Brookie Bars with brownie mix recipe! If you are looking for a simple brownie only recipe, I love this one bowl brownie cake recipe!

    What Are Brookie Muffins?

    These are the cupcake-style version of the beloved brookie: a hybrid dessert that combines a chewy cookie with a fudgy brownie. Instead of being baked in a pan and cut into bars, these are baked in a muffin tin, giving them crispy edges, gooey centers, and that picture-perfect layered look. They're also known as muffin tin brookies or brookie cupcakes.

    Table of contents

    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Tip for Success
    • FAQs
    • Storage
    • Other delicious desserts

    Why I love these

    This satisfies a chocolate craving like no other dessert I know.

    You don't need to decide between brownies and cookies. You can have both in one bite!

    These are baked in muffin tins for a unique, portable twist on brookies.

    Quick and easy - just two store-bought ingredients, plus pantry basics.

    Perfect for classroom treats, bake sales, or whenever you want a crowd-pleaser.

    Ingredients

    Brookie ingredients including brownie mix, eggs, oil, water and redrigerated cookie mix.

    Brownie Mix - pick up your favorite brownie mix plus the ingredients listed on the box to make. If you have a homemade version, that will work too! You will need to make the brownie mix as directed on the package.

    Eggs - needed for the brownie batter

    Oil - For the brownie batter - I use vegetable.

    Ready-made cookie dough - in the refrigerated section of your grocery store. I like the Toll House Chocolate chip cookie dough because the dough is scored and each square is the perfect size for the muffin tin.

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    Instructions

    Preheat oven to 350F

    Step 1
    Prepare brownie mix according to the package directions. This normally involves adding eggs, oil, and milk.

    Step 2
    Use paper or foil cupcake liners. Add brownie batter, keeping in mind you only want to fill each well ½ full (or even a touch less).

    Tip for Success

    I use the cupcake liners all the time now. Sometimes, for some unknown reason, they stick and are hard to get out of the muffin well. I have in the past used well sprayed tins but it's not guaranteed to release.

    Step 3
    Take prepared cookie dough and make a small disk. This is about ½ the dough of the recommended cookie. This dough disk should float on the brownie batter. It should be small enough that it doesn't touch the edges of the muffin well.

    Placing a cookie dough disk on top of a layer of brownie batter.

    Step 4
    Bake for approximately 20-22 minutes. Test with toothpick to see if done. The toothpick should come out with moist crumbs and does not need to be totally dry.

    Brookies on a plate with a muffin tin with brookies still in it.

    Step 5
    Cool for approximately 15 minutes and remove from muffin tin.

    Helpful Hint

    This is a helpful brownie hint. If they are not releasing easily from the pan, use a PLASTIC knife to run around your brookie to get it out of the muffin tin. For some reason plastic knives are the best to cut around brownies. Plus, they save your pans!

    When I make these, I end up having 18 brookies. If you are a little less generous with the brownie batter, I'm sure you could stretch it to 24.

    What a great classroom treat!

    FAQs

    Can I use muffin liners?

    Yes! I like using the foil ones for this recipe.

    Can I use a muffin tin with smaller/larger muffin wells.

    Of course! You will have to portion the brownie mix accordingly and adjust the baking time.

    I've had brookies before with the cookie on the bottom.

    Sounds delicious! I haven't made brookies that way but I think they would turn out great. I like people being able to see the cookie so that's why I always make them with the cookie on top.

    Storage

    These treats store well in the refrigerator. Either keep in a sealed container or wrap with plastic wrap for approximately 5 days.

    If you prefer to freeze, I wrap them individually and then place in a freezer bag. It makes it easier to take out individual portions and prevents freezer burn. I have kept them in my freezer for 2 months and they have been fine.

    Thaw to room temperature prior to serving.

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    Brookies on a white plate. Brookies are brownie on the bottom, cookies on the top. Baked in a muffin tin.
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    5 from 10 votes

    Brookie Muffins (Brownie + Cookie in a Muffin Tin!)

    If you’ve never had a brookie, you’re in for a treat - it’s the best of both dessert worlds: part brownie, part chocolate chip cookie. These brookie muffins are baked in a muffin tin for an easy-to-grab, single-serve dessert that’s rich, chewy, and chocolatey. They’re made with boxed brownie mix and store-bought cookie dough, so they come together quickly with just a few ingredients
    Prep Time10 minutes mins
    Cook Time20 minutes mins
    Total Time30 minutes mins
    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 18
    Calories: 262Kcal
    Author: Susan Moncrieff

    Ingredients

    • 1 box brownie mix
    • 2 large eggs for the brownie batter
    • ½ cup vegetable oil for the brownie batter
    • 2 tablespoons water for the brownie batter
    • 1 package cookie dough ready made break apart cookie dough

    Instructions

    • Make your brownie mix according to the package directions that you are using. This usually involves mixing eggs, oil and milk to the mix and stirring.
      If my egg, oil or water amounts are slightly different, use the amount stated on the box. Different brands may vary.
    • Line muffin tins with paper liners.
      I find without the liners, the brownie portions sticks. If chosing not to use liners, generously spray muffin tins with non stick spray. Generously!
    • Put brownie batter into muffin tins. You want to fill each about ½ full or a touch less. You are going to want to make 18!
    • Take prepared cookie dough and make a small disk. You want this to 'float' on the brownie batter. It should be smaller than the muffin well. You should be able to see about little brownie batter around the edges.
    • Bake for approx. 20-22 minutes at 350 degrees. Make sure you test for doneness. Toothpick should come out with moist crumbs.
    • Important tip: If you didn't use paper liners, let your brookies cool for about 10 minutes, take a PLASTIC knife and run it around your brookie to help get it out of the muffin tin.

    Notes

    FAQ

    Can I put the cookie dough on the bottom?
    You can! I like to have the cookie dough on top so you can see both layers, but it will still taste delicious the other way

    Storage

    Store leftover brookie muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5.
    To freeze, wrap each muffin individually in plastic wrap, then place them in a freezer-safe bag. They keep well for up to 2 months. Just thaw at room temp or pop one in the microwave for a quick chocolate fix.
     

    Nutrition (I am not a nutritionist. These are estimates only)

    Serving: 1g | Calories: 262Kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 141mg | Potassium: 33mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 36IU | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 1mg

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    Brookies on a white plate.  These brookies are brownie on the bottom, chocolate chip cookies on the top baked in muffin tins.

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    1. Donna M Dimino

      February 12, 2025 at 4:29 pm

      5 stars
      sounds nice, easy and quick

      Reply
    2. Ann Insillio

      September 25, 2024 at 1:49 am

      I’ve tried brownies in a muffin tin,so easy.Now next step,brookies,and your recipie sounds so easy.I just wanted to confirm,the cookie dough is raw,when I bake it with the raw brownie mix?

      Reply
      • Susan Moncrieff

        September 27, 2024 at 8:14 am

        Yes, the cookie dough is also raw in the recipe. Both the cookie and brownie batter will bake until they are perfectly done and delicious!

        Reply
    3. Maria

      June 30, 2024 at 3:41 pm

      I made these today and had a horrible time getting them out of the muffin tin despite spraying them like crazy!!! Truly dissapointing, was looking for a cute dessert. I guess if they're topped with ice cream they will still taste ok

      Reply
      • Susan Moncrieff

        July 01, 2024 at 8:57 am

        I'm sorry you had a hard time getting the brookies out of your muffin pan. Here are a few ideas/suggestions to help.
        A tip in the post is to run a plastic knife around the brookies so they don't stick to the sides. Plastic knives seem to work great with anything brownie and don't harm the pan!
        If your muffin pan has been washed in the dishwasher, they seem to lose their no-stick ability.
        I would recommend using cupcake liners in the future. I have one muffin pan that no matter what I do, things stick! Guests also like the cupcake liners because it keeps their fingers cleaner!

        Reply
    4. Kristine Lucas

      May 31, 2023 at 12:46 pm

      Can I use a 9x13 pan??

      Reply
      • Susan Moncrieff

        June 01, 2023 at 5:20 pm

        I have had these as bars. But I haven't made them that way. I would be careful with the baking time.

        Reply
    5. Kaye

      December 18, 2021 at 9:34 am

      5 stars
      I make these often. My family and friends love them. I variate sometimes and put the cookie on the bottom and brownie mix on top. I like them so much better this way. This recipe is so simple and delicious!

      Reply
    6. Ginger Booker

      June 12, 2021 at 6:37 am

      I have made these for several years. For my pastor's going away reception I get to make 6 dozen of these. My house will smell like heaven!

      Reply
    7. Jeska

      May 15, 2019 at 3:35 pm

      5 stars
      Pure deliciousness recipe! Thanks for posting. We will try it tonight and share it family and friends.

      Reply
    8. Amy V

      September 26, 2017 at 9:12 pm

      5 stars
      I use non-stick jumbo muffin tins and fill each about 1/4 full because I like these to look like thick cookies (matches what our local bakery does). Otherwise, I follow the recipe as written. Haven't had a problem with them sticking to the pan. These were a big hit when my teenage son brought them as a treat to class.

      Reply
    9. Tara

      June 30, 2016 at 8:37 am

      5 stars
      Thank you for posting a simple Brookie recipe! I HATE to bake from scratch...lol. This is the perfect recipe I need so I can make these for my daughter Brooke...aka....Brookie for her birthday party!

      Reply
    10. Susan

      June 02, 2016 at 6:34 pm

      I made them in mini muffin pans they came out fantastic!! Thanks for the post!!

      Reply
    11. Karen Wehrheim

      July 01, 2015 at 6:31 pm

      How. Much cookie dough is used for each Brookie?

      Reply
      • momcrieff

        July 02, 2015 at 9:53 am

        Hi @Karen Wehrheim! I would say, if you make a ball of dough, about an inch in diameter, then flatten to a disk.

        Reply
    12. pestep81

      January 27, 2015 at 7:00 am

      Oooo they sound delicious. I'm a fan of anything chocolate and who doesn't love chocolate chip cookie and brownies. Love that they are in a neat portion size too.

      Reply
    13. Vic

      September 15, 2014 at 9:28 pm

      5 stars
      A friend made brookies last month but the recipe was more complex than I wanted. These were super simple and a hit with my mother-in-law, daughter-in-law, and even the contractor finishing our basement! I gave them to everybody I saw and they all loved them and asked for the recipe. Thanks for doing what you're doing!

      Reply
      • momcrieff

        September 16, 2014 at 7:23 am

        Thank you for such wonderful feedback! It's nice to know people use and appreciate the posts I write!!

        Reply
    14. M. Hannah Stites

      September 04, 2014 at 3:13 pm

      I usually have the hardest time making brownies, but since they're kind of cupcake like, do you think that I could put them in cupcake papers in the cupcake tin? And could I use homemade cookie dough?
      Thank you,
      Hannah

      Reply
      • momcrieff

        September 04, 2014 at 8:06 pm

        I think it would work fine! Just make sure you adjust your time for cupcakes instead of a pan of brownies.

        Reply
    15. Michele

      September 30, 2013 at 3:28 am

      Oh my goodness! Yumminess in a little cocoa package (; Perfect for holiday treats or gifts!! Thanks so much for the inspiration (;

      Reply

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