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Valentine Brookies (Brownie + Sugar Cookie Swirls) Recipe

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  • Author: Marina
  • Total Time: 2 hours 50 minutes
  • Yield: 16 squares 1x

Description

Indulge in the perfect treat for Valentine’s Day with these Valentine Brookies, a delightful combination of rich chocolate brownie and vibrant pink sugar cookie swirls, beautifully marbled together and topped with festive sprinkles. This easy-to-make dessert delivers the fudgy texture of brownies paired with the soft chewiness of sugar cookies, making it an irresistible sweet for celebrations or everyday enjoyment.

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 and prepare pan: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two opposite sides to help lift the brookies out easily after baking.
  2. Make brownie batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together melted butter and sugar until smooth and shiny. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
  3. Add dry ingredients to brownie batter: Gently fold in cocoa powder, flour, and salt until no flour bits remain, being careful not to overmix to maintain fudgy texture.
  4. Pour brownie batter into pan: Evenly spread the prepared brownie batter into the lined baking pan.
  5. Make sugar cookie dough: In a separate bowl, cream softened butter and sugar with a mixer at medium speed for 2-3 minutes until pale and fluffy.
  6. Add egg and vanilla to cookie dough: Scrape down the sides of the bowl, then beat in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth.
  7. Incorporate dry ingredients: Add flour and baking powder; mix on low speed just until a soft dough forms.
  8. Color the cookie dough: Add pink or red gel food coloring a drop at a time, mixing until the desired vibrant pink color is achieved.
  9. Drop cookie dough on brownie layer: Spoon dollops of the pink sugar cookie dough randomly over the brownie batter surface.
  10. Create marbled effect: Using a butter knife or offset spatula, gently swirl the two batters together with figure-eights, loops, and zigzags to create beautiful marbled patterns without overmixing.
  11. Add decoration (optional): Sprinkle Valentine sprinkles or heart-shaped confetti on top for a festive touch.
  12. Bake: Bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes. Check at 25 minutes; edges should be set and center slightly soft. Use a toothpick inserted in the center; it should come out with a few moist crumbs but no wet batter.
  13. Cool: Remove from oven and allow brookies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack, about 2 hours.
  14. Chill for cleaner cuts: For neater square portions, refrigerate the cooled brookies for 30 minutes before slicing.
  15. Slice and serve: Lift the brookies out using the parchment overhang and cut into 16 even squares with a sharp knife, wiping blade between cuts for clean edges.

Notes

  • Use room temperature eggs for better batter mixing and consistency.
  • Do not overmix batter layers to keep the brookies fudgy and tender.
  • Refrigerating before cutting helps achieve clean, neat squares.
  • Feel free to customize decorations with different sprinkles or edible glitter.
  • Store brookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Valentine brookies, brownie sugar cookie swirls, marbled brookies, Valentine's Day dessert, dessert bars, sugar cookie brownie bars

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