Name: Starbucks Double Chocolate Brownie Copycat Recipe Short description
Prep time: 12 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups cherries (fresh or frozen), pitted and halved; ½ cup water; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; ½ cup granulated sugar; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 1 cup heavy whipping cream; ¾ cup powdered sugar, divided; 8 ounces cream cheese (1 block), room temperature; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 5 full‑sized graham crackers, crushed

I love the rich and chewy texture of these copycat Starbucks brownies—they taste just like the originals, but I make them fresh and warm at home in under an hour. Starbucks Double Chocolate Brownie Copycat Recipe Short description

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

I adore how these brownies balance gooey centers with slightly crisp edges, delivering that classic Starbucks experience. They’re surprisingly simple—minimal ingredients and easy steps—yet they reliably satisfy deep chocolate cravings. Making a batch feels like a cozy, indulgent treat I control from start to finish.

ingredients

(Here’s a tip: Check out the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
2 cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs, room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
½ cup cocoa powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup semi‑sweet chocolate chunks
Optional: extra chocolate chunks for topping

directions

Preheat oven to 350 °F (175 °C). Grease a 9×9‑inch pan.
Melt the butter in the microwave or stove.
In a large bowl, whisk melted butter and sugar until fully combined.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in vanilla.
In a separate bowl, whisk flour, cocoa, and salt; sift if needed.
Fold dry ingredients into wet until no streaks remain—avoid overmixing.
Stir in chocolate chunks.
Spread batter evenly in pan; press extra chunks on top if desired.
Bake ~30–35 minutes, until a toothpick shows a few moist crumbs.
Cool completely on a wire rack before cutting into 16 squares.

Servings and timing

Makes 16 brownies
Prep: 15 minutes
Bake: 30–35 minutes
Cool: about 15 minutes
Total: ~50–55 minutes

Variations

Nutty twist: Stir in up to 1½ cups chopped walnuts or pecans.
Double chocolate: Use dark chocolate chunks or chips for intensity.
Mix-in madness: Fold in ½ cup of M&Ms, caramel chips, or marshmallows.
Silky swirl: Drop dollops of peanut butter or Nutella on top and swirl before baking.

storage/reheating

I store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–4 days, or refrigerate for up to a week. To freeze, I wrap each square in plastic and place them in freezer bags—good for 2–3 months. I thaw in the fridge or at room temperature, and I love popping them in the microwave for 10–15 seconds to revive that fresh-baked warmth .

FAQs

What’s the best way to know brownies are done?

I use the toothpick test—it’s ready when it comes out with a few moist crumbs (not wet batter). Edges will be set, and the center still a bit soft, since they continue baking as they cool

Can I double the recipe?

Definitely! I scale up ingredients and bake in a 9×13‑inch pan without changing time or temperature

Can I use salted butter?

Yes—but I’ll skip or reduce the added salt if I do. Unsalted gives me full control.

Do these brownies have coffee in them like Starbucks?

No—they mimic texture and flavor with rich cocoa and chocolate chunks, but there’s no coffee. They’re non‑plant-based, unlike some Starbucks versions

How can I make them extra fudgy?

I let eggs come to room temp for even mixing, avoid overmixing, and pull them from the oven slightly early for a gooier center. For ultra fudgy, I underbake by 5 minutes

Conclusion

These copycat Starbucks brownies are a go-to in my kitchen—easy to whip together, endlessly customizable, and perfect for satisfying chocolate cravings without leaving home. I hope you love them as much as I do!