A sweet, snappy cross between brittle candy and classic chocolate chip cookies, this chocolate chip cookie brittle is a perfectly simple, unique treat and unlike any cookie (or candy!) you’ve had before.
I have something new/old for you today.
This chocolate chip cookie brittle was one of my earliest recipe adventures back in 2015, (complete with not-so-great, 2015 photos) and this weekend I felt that it needed to be resurrected.
I’m not sure if I made this decision because I was really regretful about the old photos and the fact that nobody seemed to want to pin them on Pinterest, or because I just wanted an excuse to make chocolate chip cookie brittle, but here we are, and despite a brand new chocolate stain on my favorite Under Armour sweatshirt, I’m pretty happy to be here.
Let’s discuss this cookie brittle, shall we?
I shared a brownie brittle recipe with you not too long ago, but this is fairly different than that in a few ways. For one, it’s slightly thicker, and secondly, this has some “candy” elements to it (thanks to the condensed milk that makes up a significant percentage of the ingredients) that the brownie brittle lacks.
This chocolate chip cookie brittle is crisp and, well, brittle on the first bite (especially the end pieces, which turn golden brown in the oven and are certainly snappy), but then, like peanut brittle, it becomes chewy and a little sticky on your teeth as you chew. It’s a texture quite unlike any other cookie recipe I’ve ever shared, and certainly unique.
This chocolate chip cookie brittle recipe calls for two 13×9 pans, but if you only have one (like I do…!?) you can spread the second half of the batter onto a cookie sheet, spreading it to about ¼″ thickness.
Once it’s done baking, allow the brittle to cool for just a few minutes before scoring with a pizza cutter or knife, and then allow it to cool completely before drizzling with chocolate and consuming. If you wait until it’s cooled completely to cut it, you’ll get jagged, crumbly edges, and I definitely prefer the sleek look you get by cutting it while it’s hot.
I do recommend allowing the brittle cool completely before eating it, though, because it has a weird, sticky texture while it’s still warm.
Enjoy, and I would really, really appreciate feedback on this cookie brittle if you try it out 🙂
Chocolate Chip Cookie Brittle
Ingredients
- 1 cup (226 g) butter softened
- 1 cup (237 ml) sweetened condensed milk
- 2 cups (400 g) granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 ¼ cup (270 g) all-purpose flour
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 cup (170 g) mini chocolate chips
- 1 cup (140 g) dark chocolate melting wafers optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F (177C) and line two metal 13x9 pan with parchment paper (if you don't have two 13x9 pans, you can use one 13x9 and one cookie sheet, which is what I usually do).
- In KitchenAid stand mixer or using an electric mixer, beat the softened butter until creamy.1 cup (226 g) butter
- Add condensed milk and sugar and beat well.1 cup (237 ml) sweetened condensed milk, 2 cups (400 g) granulated sugar
- Scrape down the sides and add vanilla extract and beat on low.2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- Gradually add in flour and salt until combined. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.2 ¼ cup (270 g) all-purpose flour, ¼ tsp salt
- Stir in chocolate chips.1 cup (170 g) mini chocolate chips
- Spread half of the batter into prepared 13x9 pan (this can be tricky, especially with the slippery parchment paper. I use the back end of a spoon to press it into the pan and then lay a sheet of wax paper over the top and use my hands over the wax paper to press the batter evenly into the pan) and the remaining half into your other prepared pan (or spread evenly (about ¼" thick) over parchment paper-lined cookie sheet).
- Bake (one pan at a time) on 350F (177C) for 20-25 minutes (until edges are golden brown).
- Cool for five minutes and then use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to cut shapes into the brittle (I just slice it into triangle shaped place). Do not try to separate the pieces, just score the marks and then allow the cookie brittle to cool completely.
- Once cookie brittle has cooled, break apart pieces on the scored lines.
- Prepare melting wafers according to package instructions and use a spoon to drizzle melted chocolate over the surface of the cookie brittle. Allow chocolate to harden before enjoying.1 cup (140 g) dark chocolate melting wafers
Nutrition
Nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered an estimate only. Actual nutritional content will vary based upon brands used, measuring methods, cooking method, portion sizes, and more.
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This chocolate chip cookie brittle was originally published 5/20/2015, photos and text have been updated 3/27/2017
Stephanie
I have been loving your recipes, as have my coworkers, and I’m looking forward to trying this one. What kind of chocolate chips should be used? Is condensed milk and sweetened condensed the same thing?
Sugar Spun Run
Thank you so much, Stephanie! I am so glad that you have enjoyed my recipes and your coworkers have benefited from your baking. lol. Yes, condensed milk and sweetened condensed milk are the same. As far as chocolate chips, I love to use Ghirardelli chocolate chips. I hope that helps. Let me know how you like the chocolate chip cookie brittle when you finish baking it. I hope you love it! 🙂
Stephanie
Would you recommend milk, semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips?
Sugar Spun Run
Any will be fine. I typically use semi-sweet. 🙂
Erin @ Brownie Bites Blog
I love your description of the texture of this brittle! It sounds SOOO yummy!
Felesha
My jaw just dropped! Looks awesome! A must try!
Sam
😀 Thank you Felesha!
Lily
You have combined two of my favourite things – pinned!
Sam
😀 Thank you Lily!
Dan from Platter Talk
Recipes like this scare me; mostly because I know my weaknesses. Forming Chocolate chip cookies into a brittle is one of the most brilliant and tasty creations I have seen. Ever! Love this post!
Sam
Haha, thank you Dan! 🙂
Ashley | Spoonful of Flavor
What a great idea! I can never resist chocolate chip cookies but this brittle looks even better. I love the crispy texture and chocolate chips!
Sam
Thanks Ashley!
Amanda Kohr
I cannot believe you made this exist. Oh my god. I love chocolate chip cookies, but when I don’t feel like indulging, I just eat tiny pieces or break off crumbs. (And then I accidentally eat 12 cookies.)
Must make these. Thank you!!!
Sam
I totally hear you on the accidentally eating 12 cookies… happens to me way too often! Thank you Amanda, glad you like them! 🙂
Mir
Baking is such a great escape from other work. I mean, it’s hard work, especially when a candy thermometer is involved, but it’s GOOD work.
And this brittle is perfect! So much better than the stuff you buy in a store. It looks seriously addictive!
Sam
Thanks Mir! Have a great weekend!
Heather - Butter & Burlap
Such a good idea! I love it. I think I’ll make some as a snack for the weekend… cuz I can’t control myself around cookies and it will be gone in no time 🙂 Great recipe!
Sam
Thank you Heather! Hope you like it 🙂
Sues
I love this idea, though I know I’d totally eat a whole pan of this!! It looks delicious!
Sam
Haha it’s hard not to eat the whole thing. Thanks Sues!
Annie @ The Garlic Diaries
This looks AMAZING! I am always seeing brownie brittle around the store these days, but this looks even better! Yummy :).
Sam
Thanks Annie! 🙂
Medha @ Whisk & Shout
What an awesome idea! I wouldn’t pass too much time deciding whether it was a cookie or a confection, because I’d be too busy stuffing my face 🙂 Pinning!
Sam
Haha good idea Medha! And thanks! 🙂
Kelly - Life Made Sweeter
Baking definitely helps calm me down on stressful days still and easy recipes are always my favorite! Love this fun and creative cookie brittle! It sounds like the perfect sweet treat!
Sam
Thank you Kelly!!
Beeta @ Mon Petit Four
I am a big of chocolate chip anything, and this brittle sounds like a hassle-free, fun treat to enjoy when that sweet tooth kicks in! I love how its kind of gooey and crispy at the same time! 🙂
Sam
Thanks so much Beeta! 🙂
Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice
Oh what a fun recipe, Sam! Brownie brittle is my absolute favorite, so I’m loving this chocolate chip version! So creative and sounds so delicious!
Sam
Thank you Gayle!!