Description
A thick, soft, and chewy cookie cake packed with chocolate chips, baked in one pan with crisp golden edges and a tender center. Perfect for sharing, decorating for celebrations, or enjoying as a comforting homemade dessert.
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 large egg yolk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9-inch round cake pan or springform pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined.
- In a large bowl, mix the melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth and glossy.
- Add the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract, stirring until fully combined.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until a thick cookie dough forms.
- Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, until the edges are golden and the center looks set but still soft.
- Allow the cookie cake to cool in the pan for at least 20 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For different flavors, substitute chocolate chips with peanut butter chips or white chocolate chips.
- Add chopped walnuts or pecans for extra crunch.
- Mix in candy-coated chocolate pieces for a colorful variation.
- Decorate with buttercream frosting and sprinkles for birthdays or celebrations.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
- Warm slices in the microwave for 10–15 seconds to soften the chocolate chips.
- Wrap slices tightly and freeze for up to 2 months; thaw at room temperature before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
