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This Brownie Brittle recipe makes thin, crispy brownies that are full of crunch. They are like a snack chips that belong in your cookie jar!
Why you'll love this recipe
Homemade brownie brittle tastes like the crispy edge of a brownie in every bite. They have intense chocolate flavor and lots of crunch.
This quick and easy recipe is fun to customize with holiday sprinkles or crunchy additions like chopped nuts and toffee bits.
Fill a bag or a box with these chocolate crisps for a delicious gift or care package treat.
Ingredients
Instructions
This is an overview of the instructions.The full instructions are in the recipe card below.
- In the bowl of an electric mixer, whisk the egg whites.
- Add the remaining ingredients.
- Pour the batter onto a parchment lined cookie sheet and use a spatula to spread at thin as possible.
- Bake for 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and cut into desired shapes but do NOT separate. Return to oven and bake an additional 5 minutes.
Storage
Store brownie brittle in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Tips and variations
- The best tool for cutting brownie crisps is a pizza cutter.
- Spread the brownie batter as thin as possible, or the cookies will not get crisp in the baking time indicated.
- These cookies crisp further as they cool.
- Return chewy brittle pieces to the oven for further crisping, if needed.
- For a festive treat for any occasion, top the brownie crisps with holiday colored sprinkles.
- Add chopped nuts, toffee bits, or crushed candy canes to the top of the batter before baking.
- Vary the flavor using white chocolate or mint chips.
- For more easy packaging, cut the brittle in even squares or rectangles so they can be stacked and wrapped in bundles.
Frequently asked questions
Can I leave out the milk powder?
The milk powder flavor and texture of this cookie. For best results don't leave out the milk powder.
Why isn't my brownie brittle crisp?
Brownie brittle may not crisp in the time indicated on the recipe, due to the batter not being spreadthin enough, a variation in oven temperature, or the thickness of the baking sheet.
Why are some of my cookies crisp and others are chewy?
It is important to spread the batter evenly before baking. If the edges are thinner than the center, then the cookies on the edges will be crisp and the cookies at the center will be chewy. Return the chewy cookies to the oven to bake further.
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Brownie Brittle Recipe
Brownie Brittle has the rich brownie taste of fudge brownies, but these thin, crisp treats have amazing cookie crunch.
5 from 2 votes
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes minutes
Servings: 24
Calories: 174kcal
Author: Wendy Sondov
Adapted From: KingArthurFlour.com
Ingredients
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- 2 large egg whites
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cocoa
- 1 teaspoon espresso powder
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon powdered milk
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and baking soda.
In the bowl of an electric mixer, whisk the egg whites until foamy.
Mix in sugar, cocoa powder, espresso powder, oil, vanilla, and powdered milk.
Slowly add flour mixture and mix until combined. (The batter will resemble cake batter in consistency.)
Stir in chocolate chips.
Pour the batter onto the prepared baking sheet and use a spatula to spread evenly as thin as possible. (approximately 12" x12" or 11"x 13")
Bake for 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and cut into desired shapes but do NOT separate. (For mailing, squares or rectangles travel intact more successfully than triangles.)
Return to oven and bake an additional 5-8 minutes.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely on the baking sheet before separating cookie pieces. The brittle crisps as it is cooling. If for any reason the cookies aren’t completely crisp once cool, return them to the oven for a few minutes of extra crisping time.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
- The best tool for cutting brownie crisps is a pizza wheel.
- Spread the batter as thin as possible, or the cookies will not get crisp in the baking time indicated.
- These cookies crisp further as they cool.
- Return chewy brittle pieces to the oven for further crisping, if needed.
- For a festive treat for any occasion, top the brownie crisps with holiday colored sprinkles.
- Add chopped nuts and/or toffee bits to the top of the batter before baking.
Packing tips
- Rectangle shapes travel better than triangles.For more easy packaging, cut the brittle in even squares or rectangles so they can be stacked and wrapped in bundles.
- Double wrap short stacks of 4 or 5 pieces of brittle in plastic wrap before placing in airtight containers.
- Make sure to pack without wiggle room using tissue paper is necessary. Plastic storage containers offer more protection than ziplock bags against breakage.
Nutrition
Calories: 174kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 87mg | Potassium: 31mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 23IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 1mg
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First Published: May 24, 2013. Last Updated: May 23, 2023.Updated for additional information, improved photos, and better reader experience.
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Rita Gotfried
Do you have to add the espresso powder? I generally don’t like the flavor of it in my brownies (I’m a purist). If I have to include it, where do I find it in the supermarket? Where do I find powdered milk?
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Wendy Sondov
Hi, Rita. The brownie brittle doesn't taste at all like coffee. The purpose of the espresso powder is to increase the chocolate flavor (it's a flavor enhancer). You don't have to use it, but the flavor won't be quite as intense. If you choose to buy some, instant espresso powder is found in the coffee aisle of the supermarket. Powdered milk can be found in the baking aisle or online. Both Amazon and King Arthur Flour carry it.
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Sue from Sizzling Towards 60 & Beyond
These sound delicious and very patriotic for July 4 afternoon tea! Thanks so much for linking up with us at #overthemoon. I've shared on social media. Have a great week and look forward to you link up next week.
Sue
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The Monday Box
Thank you, Sue! Thanks also for sharing and for hosting Over the Moon!
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Mother of 3
These sound so yummy! Pinned.
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Frugal Hausfrau
These do look like something I'd have a hard time stopping! Delish!!
Thanks for bringing it by Throwback Thursday!
Mollie
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The Monday Box
Thanks, Mollie! They are a lot like the brownie brittle that is sold at the supermarket. Very crunchy and addictive! Thanks for hosting Throwback Thursday!
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Helen
Hi again, I decided to make this tonight instead of the moon cookies since don't have the candies yet. Your Oreo biscotti was a hit, I mailed it out today. Please tell me what I've done wrong... When I tried to spread out the batter I was pulling the chocolate chips to the edge also so the middle looked bare ended up putting more chips. The house smelled so good, thank you for a great recipe!
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themondaybox
Hi, Helen! I am so happy that you are enjoying the Monday Box recipes and finding them useful!! I know the mailed Oreo Biscotti will be a hit! 🙂 You did nothing wrong on the brittle. Did you use mini-chips? The original recipe called for 1 cup of regular chips. One half cup was used in the batter and one half cup was sprinkled on top. I felt that for mailing, less gooey chips on top would be better. Plus, I was using sprinkles that covered up any blank spots. I use mini chips because they spread out more evenly. If your method of extra chips worked. Great! Enjoy! If you think it came out too gooey or wouldn't get crisp and you want to use less chips, try plopping 4 or 5 scoops of batter around the baking sheet and then spread them out and together. Less moving around of the batter might provide less chipless spots. Thank you for your enthusiasm and for keeping me updated on your baking adventures!
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Helen
It came out great even I put more chips, oh.. I also put chopped almond on top. I even put it back in the oven for another 5 minutes. My husband loves it, he said goes perfect with his tall glass of milk. Yah! I wish I can send you a picture of it... Looked so good again thank you so much for the recipe.
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themondaybox
Fantastic, Helen! I love your adaptations. The almonds must be delicious on top of the crunchy chocolate! When a husband gives a thumbs up, you know you have a keeper! 🙂 I would love to see a picture! You could send it to wendysmondaybox (at) gmail (dot) com. I appreciate your feedback and am so happy that you are enjoying the recipes you have tried! 🙂
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Reeni
What a unique brittle! Looks absolutely delicious! I am awed by people who are willing to give up their lives for us. That is such a sweet gesture. Thanks for telling us about it.
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themondaybox
Thanks, Reeni! The funny thing is I thought it was unique too, until I googled it and found gazillion listings. But as long as I had never heard of it, I figured there had to be others who either hadn't heard of it or hadn't thought to send it in a care package. My family finds it to be crunchy addictive. 🙂 It is hard to find an adaquate way to thank someone who has put their life in harms way for you. Those two organizations seem to do meaningful work. 🙂
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Ashley
Thank you for this : ) My husband served for many years before only recently transitioning out of the military. It can be so easy to forget that Memorial Day is more than a day off from work.
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themondaybox
Actually, thank you and your husband, Ashley! 🙂 I appreciate his service and the sacrifices the two of you made while he served. Unless you know someone in the military, it is too easy not to think about the men and women who put themselves in harms way in defense of their/our country. But I believe that it's essential that we take the time to let them know they are appreciated and not forgotten as they do their very difficult and dangerous job.
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Tricia @ Saving room for dessert
Wendy - this was so well written - thank you for the reminder. I am humbled by the sacrifices that have been made to keep me safe at home. Whenever I come up with something I think is a great idea, I often make the mistake of googling it. Why I don't know. I should just let myself think I was the first person in the whole world who came up with it. When I look around the web, I often find my original thoughts have been shared with millions! I also salute those who can create out-of-the-box delicious new recipes! Hope you have a great week.
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themondaybox
Tricia, thanks so much for your kind words! I too know that it is rare to have a truly unique idea that can't be found somewhere else. I just don't want to be the 1 millionth of something published that week. If something was tasty enough and popular enough for tons of people to make it and talk about it, it must be good. 🙂 I say stop googling. If it is new to you then that is good enough! I am always learning new delicious things from your posts!! 🙂
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Miss Messy
I've never heard of brownie brittle either! The cup of joe idea is a lovely one 🙂 these look delicious!
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themondaybox
Thanks! I hope you will check out the Cup of Joe site. :)The crunchiness of this brittle makes it addictive like potato chips! Maybe its good that I just found out about it! 🙂
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Monica
Love the sound and look of your cookie and brownie brittle. I've not tasted or made them before. Thanks for the reminder about Memorial Day being beyond a day off or a chance to barbecue. I really enjoyed learning about "Cup of Joe" - I'm going to talk to my little one about that and it's something we can easily do. Thank you!
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themondaybox
Thank YOU, Monica! If you take a look at Gina's blog, her first post explains how her 4 year old's chance interaction with a veteran changed their perspective and importantly impacted their lives. Little ones have a way of seeing through to the heart of a matter. 🙂 I think sharing a smile is can be a small but significant act. Have a joyful Memorial Day!
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shannon
Your thoughts on the upcoming holiday are well-said and definitely well-timed; so easy to forget sometimes the real meaning of things. Thanks for that. 🙂
I've seen brownie brittle all over the place recently (like, at the store in bags) and i've often wondered how one goes about making it. I've thought about trying to do one myself, but just hadn't gotten around to it yet. Now i don't even have to, because i'm going to make yours sometime this summer. I bet it's wonderful!Reply
themondaybox
I am do things in reverse, Shannon. I never noticed the stuff in the store until I had made this recipe! 🙂 Apparently, the craze all started with the stuff in the store, which I haven't tried yet but is supposed to be amazing. Bloggers started attempting to duplicate it (no one has been able to get it perfectly so far, as far as I can tell) and this King Arthur recipe is the result. I worry about you trying it because I can foresee months and months of brittle recipe experiments as you perfect it. 🙂 I have no doubt you would be successful, and I volunteer to take unwanted batches off your hands, but I don't want to be responsible for any new baking obsessions. 🙂 Have a great weekend!
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Gina left the mall
Wendy,
I can't thank you enough for spreading the word about Snowball Express and sharing your experience with Cup of Joe. You know first-hand how much a few cookies sent with love can mean to someone. A cup of coffee sent with kindness can do the same. Thank you for sharing some simple ways to make a big impact for our troops far from home and to honor the memory of those who never came home. Thank you also for the kind words about my blog 🙂As for the cookie and brownie brittle, they look as incredible as everything you make! I think whoever gets a "monday box" is very lucky indeed. I feel terrible about my lack of baking skills every time I see one of your posts. So I just informed my boyfriend that he will be learning to bake. I'll let you know how that goes 🙂
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themondaybox
Gina, as you know I was interested in learning about military care packages when I started The Monday Box, but truly it was your blog that made me think about our troops as someone's sons and daughters that need and deserve our thanks, support, and encouragement. I thank you for not only presenting the realities of life for members of our armed forces but ways that each of us can make a difference. Bridging the understanding gap between the military and civilians is complex and you do it so well!
Baking? You, your boyfriend, and Sofia should pick something that sounds good and jump right in. Play in some flour and get over your idea that you can't bake. No skills required and practice is fun. I promise that if real skill was required, I wouldn't have a blog! 🙂Reply
noyomoco
A wonderful sentiment and a yummy looking dessert! 🙂
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themondaybox
Thanks, Jennifer! 🙂 Have a happy Memorial Day!
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Jess @ On Sugar Mountain
A perfect sweet treat for Memorial Day! Wendy these look FAB and I bet I could easily eat the whole batch myself heehee 😉
Hope you have a lovely weekend!
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themondaybox
Thanks, Jess! These would have made great munchies while you were studying for finals...BUT you are totally finished with undergraduate finals! Perhaps you will just have to nibble under less stressful conditions from now on. 🙂
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Suzie
The brittle looks fantastic and I'm sure it tastes it too! Thanks for taking the time out to say a few words for our fallen soldiers and those currently serving. It's much appreciated by this Mama! Have a wonderful weekend.
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themondaybox
The brittle surprised me, Suzie. I had never tried anything like it. Its a very crunchy thin cookie with all of the flavor of a brownie or chocolate chip cookie. 🙂 And for the mention of the men and women in our Armed Forces....you are welcome but as always thank YOU. 🙂
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