Copycat Domino’s Cookie Brownies

When pizza joints started to deliver, it was hard to believe that things could get any better. Enter Domino’s cookie brownie. This add-on dessert option from the world’s largest pizza chain (yep, Domino’s has over 20,000 locations in over 90 countries) has become a fast fan favorite, and it’s no surprise why. It’s the best of both worlds: fudgy brownies topped with gooey, chewy chocolate chip cookies. Together, the two desserts (aka brookies) make a comfort food mashup that we simply cannot get enough of.

Luckily, this tasty treat is easy to make at home. While you could simply grab your favorite box of brownie mix and a roll of chilled cookie dough, making Domino’s cookie brownies from scratch is even better.

Ingredients for Copycat Domino’s Cookie Brownies

For the cookie layer:

• Dry ingredients: A standard combination of all-purpose flour, salt and baking soda is added to the dough for structure, rise and flavor.
• Butter: Every great cookie recipe begins with creaming butter and sugar. This process incorporates air into the dough, which impacts the cookie’s texture and rise.
• Sugar: This dough uses a higher ratio of brown sugar to granulated sugar, which keeps the cookie layer softer and chewier, and imparts a wonderful caramel-like flavor.
• Vanilla extract: Two teaspoons of vanilla extract impart just enough of this beloved flavor.
• Egg: Eggs impact the structure, spread and puffiness of cookies.
• Semisweet chocolate chips: For the best chocolate chip cookie brownies, choose your favorite chocolate chip brand.

For the brownie layer:

• Bittersweet chocolate: We like to use a bittersweet type of baking chocolate for brownies. It’s sweet without being too sweet, allowing the cocoa flavor to really shine.
• Sugar: The brownie layer for our copycat Domino’s cookie brownie recipe uses two types of sugar: granulated sugar and brown sugar.
• Vegetable oil: While we love a good brownie made with butter, we opted for oil in this copycat recipe. The main reason is that we felt Domino’s likely makes their brownies with oil since it’s typically cheaper than butter from a manufacturing perspective.
• Eggs: When you order a cookie brownie from Domino’s, it tends to be cakier (as opposed to fudgier). For this reason, we used three eggs in the brownie batter to give the brownies more structure and rise. Fudgier brownie recipes are generally made with fewer eggs.
• Vanilla extract: A touch of vanilla goes a long way toward enhancing and deepening the chocolate flavor of the brownie layer.
• Flour: This brownie recipe has a slightly higher ratio of flour, which also gives the brownies more structure for a cakier taste and texture. Take care not to overmix once you add the flour—that’s a common brownie mistake.
• Baking soda: This helps give the brownies just enough lift and rise, so they are not overly dense under the weight of the cookie dough.
• Salt: Even just a pinch or two of salt is needed in brownies. It helps balance sweetness and enhances the flavor of the chocolate.

Directions

Step 1: Prepare the cookie dough

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Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and line a 9-inch square pan with parchment paper.

To make the cookie dough, whisk together the flour, baking soda and salt in a medium bowl and set aside.

Next, in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, cream together the butter, brown sugar and granulated sugar until they’re fluffy and lightened in color, about five minutes. Beat in the egg and the vanilla extract. Add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined. Then, fold in the chocolate chips. Cover the dough with storage wrap and chill it until you’re ready to use.

Step 2: Melt the chocolate with butter, sugar and oil

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To prepare the brownie batter, fill the bottom of a double boiler with a few inches of water and bring it to a low simmer. To the top of the double boiler, add the chopped chocolate, brown sugar, granulated sugar and oil. Stir occasionally until the chocolate is melted and the sugars have mostly dissolved. Remove it from the heat. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, until the batter is smooth and glossy, then beat in the vanilla.

Step 3: Add the dry ingredients

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In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda and salt. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir just until the flour is moistened and no dry patches remain.

Step 4: Layer the brownie batter with cookie dough

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Transfer the brownie batter to the prepared baking pan and spread it into an even layer.

Remove the cookie dough from the refrigerator and divide it into nine equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball and flatten it into a round disc. Arrange the cookie dough pieces on top of the brownie batter as a 3×3 grid.

Editor’s Tip: You might find that you have a little cookie dough leftover. You can stick it in the fridge or freezer for later use, or divide it into three or four balls and bake them at 350° for 10 to 12 minutes to enjoy as an immediate bonus treat.

Step 5: Bake the cookie brownies

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Bake for 24 to 26 minutes or until the brownies are set and the cookie layer appears lightly golden. A toothpick should come out almost clean when inserted into the center. Let the cookie brownies cool before slicing them into squares.

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Copycat Domino’s Cookie Brownie Variations

• Peanut butter cookie brownies: For peanut butter lovers, swap the chocolate chip cookie dough for the dough from our top-rated peanut butter cookie recipe. You can also add chopped peanut butter cups to the brownie batter for a special twist.
• Oatmeal cookie brownies: For texture and a little spice, swap the chocolate chip cookie dough for the dough from these easy chocolate chip oatmeal cookies.
• Oreo cookie brownies: Cut the prep time in half and skip the cookie dough. Head to your pantry and arrange whole Oreo cookies on top of the brownie batter before baking.

How to Store Copycat Domino’s Cookie Brownies

One of our easiest tips for storing baked goods and brownies is to store them once they’re completely cooled. Once they’re no longer warm, keep the cookie brownies at room temperature in an airtight food storage container or wrapped tightly in storage wrap.

How long does a copycat Domino’s cookie brownie last?

These marbled cookie brownies from Domino’s will stay freshest for four to five days, but they can be stored for two to three weeks at room temperature.

Can you freeze a copycat Domino’s cookie brownie?

Yes! You can freeze brownies—including this Domino’s pizza brownie cookie recipe. To do so, wrap them tightly in storage wrap and then a layer of heavy-duty aluminum foil. Freeze them for up to three months. Thaw them at room temperature before serving them.

Copycat Domino’s Cookie Brownie Tips

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How do you get a clean slice of copycat Domino’s cookie brownie?

The best way to get perfectly cut brownies with crisp, clean edges is to chill them in the refrigerator—or even freeze them overnight—before slicing them. You can also lightly coat your knife with canola oil or cooking spray while slicing to prevent the brownies from sticking.

How do you serve copycat Domino’s cookie brownies?

Enjoy these decadent copycat cookie brownies from Domino’s while they’re still slightly warm. For a special treat, add a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of hot fudge or caramel sauce. Round out your meal with a homemade pizza and a batch of garlic breadsticks for a pizza night that delivers on deliciousness.