Name: Cheater Brookies Recipe (Chocolate Chip Cookies + Brownies)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 20 brookies
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 family-sized box of brownie mix (plus everything on the back of the box that you need to make them (around 19.9 ounce box)); 1 small package chocolate chip cookie mix (plus everything on the back of the box that you need to make them (around a 17 ounce bag))

Rich, fudgy, and filled with gooey chocolate chips, this cheaterBrookies Recipecreates the perfect combination of brownies and cookies! Using a brownie mix and a cookie mix, these brownies-cookies are incredibly easy to whip up in no time.

I love a good shortcut in the kitchen, especially when it doesn’t compromise on taste. These brookies combine two beloved desserts intoone decadent treat. By using pre-made mixes — cookie + brownie — you get the best of both worlds without spending all day baking.

The brownie layer is dense and chocolatey, while the cookie layer adds a satisfying crunch and sweetness. Perfect for when you can’t decide between a brownie and a cookie!

I try to keep a package of each of these mixes in the pantry so we can make this quick and easy recipe at a moment’s notice, or the kids can make them on their own. We especially love being able to make them when we get a last minute invitation and need to bring a treat!

Why You’ll Love This Brookies Recipe

Best of Both Worlds:The combination of textures — fudgy brownies with chewy cookies — is irresistible.
Crazy Easy:Cheater brookies are incredibly easy to make, with minimal effort thanks to the use of mixes. It’s a great recipe for kids to mix up and bake on their own!
Loved By All:It’s a crowd-pleaser, great for potlucks, parties, or just a sweet treat at home.
Pantry Recipe:Keeping these mixes on hand will make it possible to always have a quick and easy treat to take to an event without having to run to the store first.

⛱️ We have a fun little family tradition to make an easy brownie or cookie — orbrookie recipe— on the last day of school each year!

Recipe Ingredients

Brownie Mix— Any brand works, but I recommend one that’s rich and fudgy.
Cookie Mix — Chocolate chipcookie mix is ideal, but you can also experiment with other flavors like peanut butter or oatmeal.
Eggs— Usually needed for both the brownie and cookie mixes.
Oil— Used for the brownie mix; vegetable or canola oil works well.
Butter— Often required for the cookie mix; use unsalted for best results.
Water— Used in the brownie mix to achieve the right consistency.

See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.

How To Make Cheater Brookies

clear glass mixing bowl with cookie dough batter for box made brookies.

Step 1:Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 9×13 inch baking dish with cooking spray and set aside. Make the cookies according to the package directions.

Step 2:Make the brownies according to the package directions and add them to the pan.

A speckled blue baking dish holds a cheater brookies recipe featuring a freshly baked chocolate and cookie crumble dessert. The golden brown cookie topping sits enticingly over the rich, dark chocolate base. This delightful treat rests on a wooden board with a white cloth nearby.

Step 3:Add the cookie dough in chunky pieces to the top of the brownies.

Step 4:Bake for 27-30 minutes until the cookies are nice and golden brown.

Recipe FAQs

What mixes should I use?

This is the brownie and cookie mix that I use. They are what I can get at my local store so that’s what I roll with. I’ll be honest, those cookies are not good as cookies in my opinion (because when you have the best chocolate chip cookie recipe ever, there’s no other cookie recipe in your life!). I don’t even like to eat the dough once it’s made. But when you add it to the brownies to make brookies, something magical happens and makes everything ok. Trust me on this one.

Can I use homemade brownie and cookie dough instead of mixes?

Absolutely! If you have a bit more time and want to make everything from scratch, go for it. Just make sure your brownie batter is spreadable and your cookie dough is thick enough to hold its shape on top.

What other mixes can I use?

If you can’t find the Betty Crocker mixes I use, then I recommend finding a cookie dough package that calls for butter as the fat to mix in. I tried one that called for oil and it wasn’t very good. As for brownies, most any brownie mix is good, so pick your favorite!

Expert Tips

Baking Tip:Underbake slightly for extra gooey brookies. The residual heat will continue to cook them as they cool.
Add Mix-Ins:Experiment with mix-ins.Add nuts, extra chocolate chips, or even caramel bits to the brownie or cookie dough for added flavor.
Not Too Sweet:Use a combination ofsemi-sweet and dark chocolate chipsin the cookie dough to balance the sweetness.

More Fun Semi-Homemade Cheater Recipes

I’m a huge home-cook type person, but some of the cheater style recipes, or semi-homemade, are actually really good. Some of my other favorite ‘cheater’ recipes are