Biscoff Brownies Recipe
Decadent Biscoff Brownies featuring a luscious layer of Biscoff cookie butter baked between rich, fudgy brownie batter and topped with crunchy Biscoff cookie pieces. These brownies offer a unique blend of chocolate and caramelized cookie flavors, enhanced by espresso powder for depth, perfect for any sweet tooth craving.
- Author: Isabella
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 16 brownies (cut into 2x2 inch squares) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Brownie Base
- 3/4 cup Biscoff cookie butter
- 1/2 cup light or dark brown sugar (packed)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 10 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2/3 cup + 1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup unsweetened Dutch cocoa powder
- 2/3 cup + 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon espresso powder
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
Topping
- 4–5 Biscoff cookies (for the top)
- Extra cookie butter (for drizzling on top)
- Prepare the Cookie Butter Base: Press a large piece of parchment paper into an 8×8 inch square metal baking pan, creasing the bottom edges to mark the size. Evenly spread the 3/4 cup of Biscoff cookie butter inside the creased edges. Chill in the freezer until completely firm to create a stable base layer.
- Preheat Oven and Line Pan: Line the baking pan with parchment paper extending over all four sides to enable easy brownie removal. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Mix Sugars, Eggs, and Vanilla: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, granulated sugar, eggs, egg yolk, and vanilla extract until fully combined and smooth.
- Melt Butter and Chocolate: Gently melt the unsalted butter and semi-sweet chocolate chips until smooth and fully combined. Whisk in the cocoa powder thoroughly. Then, incorporate this melted chocolate mixture into the egg and sugar mixture, whisking until just combined.
- Fold Dry Ingredients: Gently fold in the all-purpose flour, espresso powder, and fine sea salt until the batter is just combined to avoid overmixing and maintain fudginess.
- Assemble Brownie Layers: Pour half of the brownie batter (approximately 340 grams) into the prepared pan and spread evenly to the edges. Carefully place the frozen Biscoff cookie butter square on top, removing the parchment paper from its surface. Pour the remaining batter over the cookie butter layer and spread evenly to cover.
- Add Toppings: Break the Biscoff cookies into pieces and evenly press them onto the top of the batter layer. Warm 2 tablespoons of cookie butter in the microwave for 15-20 seconds until runny, then drizzle it generously over the top of the cookies.
- Bake the Brownies: Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs attached. Avoid overbaking to keep the brownies fudgy.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cooled, you may drizzle additional cookie butter on top before cutting into squares to serve.
- Storage: Store leftover brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze the brownies in an airtight container or freezer bag for up to 1 month.
Notes
- Use parchment paper folded with creased edges to keep the Biscoff cookie butter layer contained while chilling.
- Ensure the cookie butter layer is completely firm before adding batter to prevent mixing layers.
- Measure flour properly by spooning into the cup and leveling for best results.
- Baking times may vary depending on oven; check doneness early to avoid drying out brownies.
- Optional to drizzle more cookie butter on top before cutting for extra richness.
Keywords: Biscoff brownies, cookie butter brownies, chocolate brownies, fudgy brownies, espresso brownies