Easy Brownie Mix Cookies Recipe

Sometimes simple ingredients yield delightful treats. I took an 18 oz brownie mix, two eggs, half a cup vegetable oil, vanilla extract plus optional chocolate chips and walnuts to create my Brownie Cookie Mix Recipe. Each cookie delivers classic brownie flavors in cookie form. I love how this twist adds extra indulgence to every bite.

I recently whipped up these Easy Brownie Mix Cookies and they totally exceeded my expectations. I was looking for something that had the rich, fudgy taste of a brownie but in a fun cookie form, and these hit the spot perfectly.

Using just one package of brownie mix, 2 large eggs, 1/2 cup of vegetable oil and a teaspoon of vanilla extract made it super quick and simple. I even tossed in a cup of semisweet chocolate chips for that extra burst of indulgence.

Sometimes I’ll add a cup of chopped walnuts for a bit of crunch, but it’s completely optional. I’ve seen these cookies pop up under names like those box brownies and even some recipes that mix up chocolate chip cookies with brownies.

Every time I make them, they turn out soft and chewy with a luscious chocolate kick you won’t easily forget. Enjoy making them!

Why I Like this Recipe

I like this recipe because it’s super simple to put together and doesn’t require a ton of fancy ingredients. I feel like I can just mix everything in one bowl and have a treat ready in no time.

I also love the texture – it’s chewy and tastes just like a brownie, so it’s got that amazing chocolaty vibe that makes me crave more. Plus, I like that I can throw in extra chocolate chips or walnuts when I feel like switching things up, which makes it really versatile and fun to experiment with.

Ingredients

• Brownie mix gives cocoa, sugar, and flour for a rich, fudgy texture thats sweet.
• Eggs provide protein and help bind ingredients, ensuring cookies hold together and stay moist.
• Vegetable oil adds moisture and tenderness with essential fats that improve cookie texture.
• Vanilla extract enhances flavor with a warm aroma, enriching the overall cookie taste.
• Optional chocolate chips deliver bursts of sweetness and extra texture, pleasin chocolate lovers deeply.
• Optional walnuts contribute healthy fats, protein, and fiber while addin a satisfying crunchy nutty bite.
• These ingredients combine to create decadent cookies that balance sweetness and texture perfectly.

Ingredient Quantities

• 1 package brownie mix (about 18 oz)
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Optional: 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
• Optional: 1 cup chopped walnuts

How to Make this

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease it lightly.

2. In a big bowl, mix the brownie mix, eggs, vegetable oil and vanilla extract until everything just comes together.

3. If you want some extra chocolatey goodness, fold in the semisweet chocolate chips and chopped walnuts.

4. Let the batter sit for a minute or two so it thickens a bit – this helps the cookies hold together.

5. Scoop out about a tablespoon of the batter and drop it onto the sheet, leaving around 2 inches between each cookie.

6. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes; the edges should look set while the middle is still a little soft.

7. Check the cookies at the 10-minute mark so you dont overbake and lose that chewy texture.

8. Once done, pull the tray out of the oven and let the cookies cool there for about five minutes.

9. Transfer the cookies to a cooling rack so they can cool completely.

10. Enjoy your delicious brownie mix cookies with a cold glass of milk or your favorite drink!

Equipment Needed

1. Oven: Preheat it to 350°F
2. Baking sheet: Lined with parchment paper or lightly greased
3. Large bowl: Big enough to mix all the ingredients
4. Measuring cups and spoons: To get the right amounts of oil, vanilla, etc.
5. Mixing utensil: A spoon or whisk works great for stirring
6. Cookie scoop or tablespoon measure: Helps portion out the batter evenly
7. Timer: To keep an eye on the baking time
8. Cooling rack: For allowing your cookies to cool completely after baking
9. Knife: For chopping walnuts if you decide to use them

FAQ

Easy Brownie Mix Cookies Recipe Substitutions and Variations

• If you run out of vegetable oil, try using melted butter or even coconut oil. They’ll give a different but still tasty flavor.
• Don’t have vanilla extract? You can swap it out for almond extract or a splash of maple syrup instead.
• If you’re not into walnuts, chopped pecans or almonds make a good substitute to add some crunch.
• Want an egg-free version? Replace each egg with 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce though the texture might change a bit.

Pro Tips

1. Let the batter sit for a couple minutes before scooping so it thickens up a bit, this can really help the cookies keep their shape and get that chewy texture.
2. Use an ice cream scoop or a tablespoon every time to get all the cookies the same size; uneven sizes can mean some cookies overbake while others stay underdone.
3. Be extra gentle when you mix in the chocolate chips and nuts, if you stir too hard you risk breaking them and messing up the texture of your batter.
4. Start checking your cookies at 10 minutes—even if your oven seems off—since even a minute extra can change their chewiness, and you definitely dont want overbaked, cakey cookies.