Ultimate Brookies – The Best of Both Worlds in One Sweet Bite

These Ultimate Brookies are the dream dessert mash-up you didn’t know you needed—part brownie, part cookie, and all delicious. With a fudgy chocolate base and a soft, golden cookie top, this two-in-one treat is rich, chewy, and perfectly portioned for mindful indulgence. Whether you’re baking for a party, a family gathering, or just to satisfy a personal craving, these brookies bring the best of both desserts together in one bite-sized win.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Two Favorites in One – The rich intensity of brownies meets the chewy comfort of cookies.
Soft and Gooey Texture – A perfect blend of dense and fluffy in every bite.
Lightened Up – Uses smart swaps like Greek yogurt and applesauce to cut down on excess fat.
Party-Ready – Easy to prep and guaranteed to impress at any gathering.

Ingredients

For the Brownie Layer:

• ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce
• ¼ cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
• 1 egg
• ½ tsp vanilla extract
• ¼ cup erythritol or sweetener of choice
• ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• ¼ cup whole wheat or all-purpose flour
• Pinch of salt

For the Cookie Layer:

• 1 tbsp light butter, softened
• 2 tbsp brown sugar substitute (like Swerve or Truvia)
• 1 tbsp plain nonfat Greek yogurt
• ¼ tsp vanilla extract
• 3 tbsp flour
• Pinch of baking soda
• 2 tbsp mini chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with 12 paper liners and lightly spray them with nonstick spray.

2. Make the Brownie Layer
In a mixing bowl, whisk together applesauce, yogurt, egg, vanilla, and sweetener until smooth. Stir in cocoa powder, flour, and salt until just combined. Divide evenly into the 12 prepared liners.

3. Make the Cookie Layer
In a small bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar substitute. Mix in yogurt and vanilla. Add flour, baking soda, and stir to form a dough. Fold in chocolate chips.

4. Assemble Brookies
Spoon a small amount of cookie dough over each brownie layer, gently pressing it into the top.

5. Bake
Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until the tops are golden and a toothpick inserted comes out mostly clean. Let cool before serving.

Nutritional Information (Per Brookie)

Calories: 105
Protein: 3g
Fat: 3g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Sugar: 4g
Fiber: 2g

Tips for Success

Don’t Overmix – Keep both batters tender by mixing just until combined.
Watch the Bake Time – Brookies are best slightly underbaked for gooey centers.
Add Your Spin – Try chopped nuts, a peanut butter swirl, or sea salt on top for extra flair.

Why This Recipe Works

By combining two classic desserts in a lighter way, these brookies bring maximum flavor with balanced ingredients. Greek yogurt, applesauce, and smart sweeteners deliver the rich taste you expect while keeping things light and satisfying.

These Ultimate Brookies are a celebration of dessert done right—fun, flavorful, and perfectly balanced. With the best textures and tastes from two favorite treats, you’ll reach for this recipe again and again when you want something indulgent, yet sensible.