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Brownie Batter Piñata Cookies Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
-1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
-1 cup granulated sugar
-1 cup light brown sugar, packed
-2 large eggs
-2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
-2 cups all-purpose flour
-1/2 cup cocoa powder
-1 teaspoon baking soda
-1/2 teaspoon salt
-1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
-1/2 cup mini M&M’s
-1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
-1/2 cup mini marshmallows

Special Equipment Needed:
-2 large mixing bowls
-Electric mixer
-Measuring cups and spoons
-Baking sheet

Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
3. Add the eggs and vanilla extract and mix until combined.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
5. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until combined.
6. Fold in the chocolate chips, M&M’s, mini chocolate chips, and mini marshmallows.
7. Scoop the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes.
8. Allow the cookies to cool before serving.

Time:
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 8-10 minutes
Temperature: 350 degrees F
Serving Size: Makes 24 cookies

Nutritional Information:
Calories: 180
Fat: 9 g
Carbohydrates: 22 g
Protein: 2 g

Substitutions for Ingredients:
-You can use vegan butter instead of regular butter.
-You can use coconut sugar instead of granulated sugar.
-You can use almond flour instead of all-purpose flour.

Variations:
-You can add other mix-ins such as nuts, dried fruit, or candy.
-You can add a teaspoon of espresso powder for a mocha flavor.

Tips and Tricks:
-Make sure to cream the butter and sugars together until light and fluffy.
-Be sure to mix the dry ingredients together in a separate bowl before adding to the wet ingredients.

Storage Instructions:
Store the cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Reheating Instructions:
Reheat the cookies in the oven at 350 degrees F for 5 minutes.

Presentation Ideas:
-Serve the cookies on a platter with a variety of mix-ins.
-Serve the cookies in a jar with a festive ribbon.

Garnishes:
-Sprinkle the cookies with powdered sugar.
-Drizzle the cookies with melted chocolate.

Pairings:
-Serve the cookies with a cold glass of milk.
-Serve the cookies with a scoop of ice cream.

Suggested Side Dishes:
-Fruit salad
-Yogurt parfait

Troubleshooting Advice:
-If the cookies are too dry, add a tablespoon of milk.
-If the cookies are too crumbly, add a tablespoon of melted butter.

Food Safety Advice:
-Always wash your hands before handling food.
-Always use a food thermometer to check the internal temperature of the cookies.

Food History:
The origin of the cookie is unknown, but it is believed to have originated in the United States in the early 1900s.

Flavor Profiles:
The cookies have a rich chocolate flavor with a hint of sweetness from the M&M’s and marshmallows.

Serving Suggestions:
-Serve the cookies as an after-dinner treat.
-Serve the cookies as a snack with coffee or tea.

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Taste: Sweet, Chocolaty, Nutty, Buttery, Vanilla