Crafted using a packaged cake mix, these indulgent Cosmic Brownie Cookies, rich in chocolatey goodness, are simply irresistible! Evoking memories of the beloved childhood snack, Cosmic Brownies, these cookie replicas will undoubtedly have chocoholics coming back for more, accompanied by a refreshing glass of milk!
Typically, I’m not a big fan of store-bought snacks, but there’s a certain charm in those fudgy brownies that I can’t resist. Those colorful candy chips on top never fail to bring a smile to my face! Any fellow Cosmic Brownie enthusiasts out there? This cookie rendition faithfully replicates the beloved classic brownie treat, offering a delectably rich chocolate taste, adorned with a velvety chocolate frosting and a sprinkling of candy delights on top.
What ingredients do I need for these fudgy Brownie Cookies?
Since we’re working with a cake mix, you’ll find that these baked cookies require just a few basic ingredients:
- One box of chocolate cake mix
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
For the Chocolate Frosting:
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
- 1/3 cup of cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- Candy sprinkles or rainbow chips for decoration
Do you need to refrigerate the dough before making these cookies?
This cookie dough does require a brief stint in the refrigerator, specifically 10-15 minutes. Despite this short chilling period, these cookies remain a speedy and straightforward baking endeavor!
Chilling the dough simplifies the handling process; otherwise, these cookies might prove a tad sticky.
How to make Cosmic Brownie Cookies
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and either line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking sheet. Alternatively, you can lightly spray it with nonstick cooking spray.
- Now, onto the dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, vegetable oil, and eggs. Stir until the powdered cake mix is just mixed in. Then, thoroughly incorporate the cup of chocolate chips. Place the dough in the refrigerator for a brief 10-15 minutes.
- Time to bake the cookies: Using a medium-sized cookie scoop (about 2 tablespoons), portion out evenly-sized cookie dough balls onto the prepared cookie sheet, ensuring they’re spaced about 2 inches apart. Bake the cookies for 8-10 minutes. Remember to let the cookies cool completely before applying the frosting.
- A crucial note: Please avoid overbaking these cookies! Ideally, they should be just set in the middle but still delightfully soft right when they come out of the oven. Rest assured, they will naturally firm up as they cool.
Make the frosting: As the cookies cool down, combine powdered sugar, milk, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and almond extract in a separate large bowl. Utilize an offset spatula to generously spread the frosting over each cookie, followed by a delightful sprinkle of candy toppings. Now, savor your sweet creation!
- This frosting sets rapidly, so I suggest applying it to one cookie at a time and adding the sprinkles immediately before proceeding to the next cookie. This way, your sprinkles will adhere perfectly.
How to store leftover Cosmic Brownie Cookies
You have a couple of options for storing these baked cookies. They can be kept at room temperature in an airtight container for 2-3 days.
Alternatively, if you want to prepare these chewy brownie cookies in advance, you can freeze them before frosting. Simply place them in a freezer bag or another freezer-safe container. When you’re ready to enjoy them, let them thaw to room temperature, and then proceed to frost them following the recipe instructions.
What if I can’t find Rainbow Chips like Cosmic Brownies have?
If rainbow chips aren’t available at your local grocery store, feel free to use any other candy toppings for these cookies. Experiment with options like rainbow sprinkles or mini M&M’s for a fun and colorful twist!
Cosmic Brownie Cookies
COURSE COOKIES, DESSERT
CUISINE AMERICAN
PREP TIME 10 MINUTES
COOK TIME 10 MINUTES
TOTAL TIME 35 MINUTES
Crafted using a boxed cake mix, these indulgent Cosmic Brownie Cookies are an absolute delight! Evoking the cherished childhood lunchbox treat, these replica cookies will entice chocolate enthusiasts to return for seconds, ideally paired with a tall glass of milk!
Ingredients 1x2x3x
- 1 box chocolate cake mix
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Chocolate Frosting
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
- ⅓ cup cocoa powder
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- Candy sprinkles as desired
Instructions
- Begin by preheating your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and either lining a cookie sheet with parchment paper or using a silicone baking sheet. Alternatively, you can apply a light coat of nonstick cooking spray.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, vegetable oil, and eggs. Stir until the powdered cake mix is just integrated. Then, add the chocolate chips and thoroughly mix the ingredients. Let the dough chill in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes.
- Employ a medium-sized cookie scoop to shape equally sized cookie dough balls, and place them onto the prepared cookie sheet, ensuring they are spaced 2 inches apart. Bake the cookies for 8-10 minutes.
- Once done, allow the cookies to cool completely before proceeding with the frosting.
Make the Frosting
- As the cookies cool down, combine powdered sugar, milk, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and almond extract in a separate large bowl.
- Apply the frosting to each cookie using an offset spatula, and then generously sprinkle the candy toppings over the frosting.
Notes
- Be cautious not to overbake these cookies. Ideally, they should be just firm in the middle but pleasantly soft when fresh from the oven. Keep in mind that they will become firmer as they cool.
- As for the frosting, it sets rapidly, so I advise frosting one cookie individually and applying the sprinkles immediately before moving on to the next one. This ensures your sprinkles adhere properly.
- If you have leftovers, these baked cookies can be stored at room temperature in an airtight container for 2-3 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cookie | Calories: 256kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 249mg | Potassium: 207mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 27g | Vitamin A: 45IU | Calcium: 62mg | Iron: 2mg
ENJOY!