Brownie/ˈbraʊni/ Definition 1 of 3Pro Tip 1/3Dessert Context Used when talking about sweet foods, especially in dessert menus or bakery settings. Let's split a brownie for dessert. Pro Tip 2/3Casual Treat Associated with informal situations, like casual dining or snacking. I'm craving a brownie with my coffee. Pro Tip 3/3Comfort Food Often regarded as comfort food, invoking a sense of home or warmth. Mom baked brownies to cheer me up.