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Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake
Servings 8
Make the ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake—crispy on the edges, gooey in the center, and packed with chocolate chips. A crowd-pleasing dessert that's fast, fun, and easy to customize.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • ¾ cup light brown sugar packed
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • cups semisweet chocolate chips
  • Optional: Frosting sprinkles, or extra chocolate chips for topping

Instructions

Prepare the Pan:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round pan or line it with parchment paper.

Cream Butter & Sugars:

  • In a large mixing bowl, beat softened butter with brown and granulated sugars until light and fluffy.

Add Egg & Vanilla:

  • Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth.

Mix Dry Ingredients:

  • In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture and mix until a dough forms.

Fold in Chocolate Chips:

  • Stir in the chocolate chips, saving a few to sprinkle on top.

Shape & Bake:

  • Press dough evenly into prepared pan. Top with reserved chocolate chips. Bake for 20–25 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and center is just set.

Cool & Decorate:

  • Let cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Decorate with frosting or toppings if desired.

Serve:

  • Slice into wedges and enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Notes

For a softer, gooier center, underbake slightly by 1–2 minutes.
Add a pinch of flaky sea salt on top before baking to enhance the chocolate flavor.
Use a mix of chocolate chip types (milk, white, dark) for added depth.