There are few things in this world that can instantly transport you back to elementary school lunch tables faster than a cosmic brownie. You know the one — glossy chocolate frosting, neon rainbow chips, and that unmistakable fudgy bite that somehow tasted even better when traded for someone’s fruit cup.

Now imagine that same nostalgic magic… but in cookie form. And gluten-free. And dangerously easy to eat five in one sitting.

These Gluten-Free Cosmic Brownie Cookies are everything you loved about the classic treat — rich, chocolatey, slightly over-the-top — but with a soft, bakery-style cookie base that makes them feel just a little more grown-up. (Emphasis on a little. The rainbow candy chips say otherwise.) 😉🌈

Making these cut-out cookies has been a family tradition for as long as I can remember. When I was a kid my mom would make them for Easter; Lots of bunnies, chicks, and easter eggs. When I became a mom we continued the Easter tradition, but branched out and started making them for every holiday. My kids loved to decorate these cookies with anything and everything: Icing, sprinkles, candies, colored sugars, you name it - we used it.

It was always a great time making memories while we decorated (and ate) these wonderful soft and tender cut-outs. You're going to love these cookies - I promise! They are easy to roll and cut with you favorite cookie cutters. There is only a 15 minute long chill time and they hold their shape as they bake and keep a flat surface that's perfect for decorating. Bonus: they freeze perfectly!