Brownie mix cookies are soft, chewy, and insanely delicious! Level up this easy recipe with a premium Ghirardelli triple chocolate chip mix.
This post is all about how to make Ghirardelli Brownie Mix Cookies.
Making these brownie mix cookies may be one of the easiest recipes you’ll ever come across! Because of their fudgy and unique gourmet taste, they leave the mind to believe there are many steps involved in achieving this kind of sinful deliciousness.
In actuality, there are only five ingredients used in this cookie recipe, and there is no prep involved, like dough chilling. While you can detect hints of brownies in these dessert cookies, your guests will still be surprised to hear that you used a brownie mix. Add in some finely chopped pecans to this famous Ghirardelli brand of brownies, and BOOM, you’ve created a cookie masterpiece.
One could debate that any brownie mix would be appropriate for this recipe. However, Ghirardelli has a chocolate richness that just isn’t found in a brownie box mix by Pillsbury, Duncan Hines, or Betty Crocker.
Let’s dive into the recipe so you can start baking these fantastic fudgy cookies! I can confidently say they will quickly become a cookie favorite, oh, and by the way, they’re kind of addicting.
Ghirardelli Brownie Mix Cookies
Easy Brownie Mix Cookie Ingredients:
- Ghirardelli Triple Chocolate Brownie Mix, 19 ounces. The triple chocolate mix is best because it includes three kinds of chocolate chips.
- All-Purpose Flour, 1/3 cup
- 2 Eggs, beaten.
- Vegetable Oil, 2/3 cup. If you’re not adding chopped pecans to the mix, reduce the oil to 1/3 cup.
- Pecans, finely chopped, 1 cup. This is an optional ingredient but highly recommended! Reduce the oil to 1/3 cup if you’re omitting the pecans.
- M&M’s (optional)
Equipment Needed:
- Stand Mixer or you can mix by hand with a spoon or spatula.
- Sharp knife for finely chopping the pecans.
- Parchment Paper, precut sheets are life-changing!
- Spoonula Spatula (optional)
- Cookie Scoop, equivalent to 2 tablespoons. (optional)
How To Turn A Brownie Box Mix Into Cookies, Step-By-Step Directions
Step 1: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
Step 2: Add the brownie mix and flour to a bowl and mix thoroughly.
Step 3: Next, add the vegetable oil and beaten eggs. Mix the ingredients thoroughly. FYI, the batter will be thick and sticky.
Step 4: Add the finely chopped pecans to the batter and mix. Omit this step if you’re not adding nuts.
Step 5: Let the cookie dough rest for ten minutes. This will thicken the dough and make scooping out the cookies easier.
Step 6: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Add a heaping spoonful (about two tablespoons) of brownie mix cookie dough to the sheet. Use a cookie scoop (for an accurate two tablespoons). Use a spoonula spatula for effectively scraping down the sides of the bowl. Space each cookie two inches apart. You should get around 24 cookies.
Step 7: Add the optional M&M’s at this time. I add about four M&M’s on top of each cookie dough plop before putting them in the oven.
Step 8: Bake for 10 minutes at 375 degrees F.
Step 9: Allow the cookies to rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack.
Questions & Tips For This Triple Chocolate Chip Brownie Cookie Recipe
Is Ghirardelli Brownie Mix Really That Good?
Yes! It’s the BEST! And using the triple chocolate brownie mix is good because the mix includes three different types of chocolate chips. Even brownie expert taste-testers agree!
Why Is This Mix So Good Compared To Other Brands?
Ghirardelli has a reputation for making gourmet chocolate, and it shines through in their brownie mix as well. If you’ve ever had Duncan Hines, Pillsbury, or Betty Crocker, those all taste great, too, but their brownie mixes aren’t as rich and fudgy tasting.
How Can I Make Ghirardelli Triple Fudge Brownie Cookies?
You can easily switch up this recipe by buying the triple fudge brownie mix by Ghirardelli. Cut back the oil to 1/4 cup and use only one egg if purchasing this mix.
How Many Cookie Servings Are In This Brownie Mix?
I usually get about 24 cookies from this brownie box mix. However, if you like making your cookies bigger or smaller, that amount would change.
Is It Easy To Turn Brownie Mix Into Cookies?
It’s stupid easy! All you have to do is add three additional ingredients to the brownie mix. Of course, as mentioned earlier, I highly recommend adding a cup of finely chopped pecans which would change it to four additional ingredients. Incorporate the ingredients well, and the baking can start right away because there is no dough chilling involved.
How Should I Store These Cookies? Can They Be Freezed?
Once the cookies have cooled, you can store them in an airtight container or Ziploc bag at room temperature for a few days, and after that, they will stay fresh for about a week in the refrigerator. After a week, you should freeze the cookies in an airtight container or Ziploc bag. They should stay fresh for about three months in the freezer.
Does Ghirardelli Triple Chocolate Brownie Mix Come With Nuts?
No nuts are in the box mix, but I recommend adding finely chopped pecans or walnuts to the cookie batter for an extra buttery and crunchy taste effect.
Variational Recipes:
- 3-Ingredient Brownie Batter Cookies – Follow my recipe but omit the nuts. Add flour, eggs, and oil to the mix.
- Crackle Cookies (with powdered sugar)
If You Want To Test Out The Competition:
Follow my recipe, but cut the vegetable oil to 1/3 cup if using one of the box brownie mixes listed below.
- Betty Crocker’s Version
- Pillsbury’s Version
- Duncan Hines Version
Ghirardelli Brownie Mix Cookies
Ingredients
Equipment Needed For Ghirardelli Brownie Mix Cookies
- Mixing Bowl
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Stand Mixer (optional)
- Sharp knife (for chopping nuts)
- Baking Sheets
- Parchment Paper
- Cooling Rack
- Cookie Scoop (optional)
- Spoonula Spatula (optional)
Ingredients Needed For Ghirardelli Brownie Mix Cookies
- 1 box Ghirardelli Triple Chocolate Brownie Mix, 19 ounces.
- 1/3 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 2 Eggs, beaten.
- 2/3 cup Vegetable Oil. If you're not adding chopped pecans to the mix, reduce the oil to 1/3 cup.
- 1 cup Pecans, finely chopped. (optional)
- M&M's (optional)
Instructions
How To Make Ghirardelli Brownie Mix Cookies
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Add the brownie mix and flour to a bowl and mix thoroughly.
- Next, add the vegetable oil and beaten eggs. Mix the ingredients thoroughly. FYI, the batter will be thick and sticky.
- Add the finely chopped pecans to the batter and mix. Omit this step if you’re not adding nuts.
- Let the cookie dough rest for ten minutes. This will thicken the dough and make scooping out the cookies easier.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Add a heaping spoonful (about two tablespoons) of brownie mix cookie dough to the sheet. Use a cookie scoop (for an accurate two tablespoons). Use a spoonula spatula for effectively scraping down the sides of the bowl. Space each cookie two inches apart. You should get around 24 cookies.
- Add the optional M&M’s at this time. I add about four M&M’s on top of each cookie dough plop before putting them in the oven.
- Bake for 10 minutes at 375 degrees F.
- Allow the cookies to rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack.
Nutrition
Final Thoughts On Ghirardelli Brownie Mix Cookies
I hope you LOVE this brownie mix cookie recipe as much as I do! Please share your LOVE for this recipe on social media and with your friends and family. It’s the easiest cookie recipe I’ve ever made, and it’s obsessively delicious.
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