If you love classic chocolate chip cookies but want something larger, shareable, and perfectly soft in the center, this Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake is your dream dessert. With golden edges, chewy middle, and pockets of melted chocolate chips, it’s the ultimate crowd-pleasing treat for birthdays, celebrations, or cozy family nights.
Every bite of this cookie cake delivers the nostalgic flavor of homemade cookies with the impressive presentation of a cake. It’s simple to bake, requires minimal equipment, and is endlessly customizable. If you’re searching for easy dessert ideas, chocolate lover recipes, or family-friendly treats, this chocolate chip cookie cake hits all the marks.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
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Quick and simple: One bowl for wet ingredients, one for dry—easy cleanup.
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Chewy and soft: Crisp edges with a tender, gooey center.
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Chocolatey perfection: Chocolate chips throughout plus a decorative topping.
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Perfect for sharing: Great for birthdays, parties, or casual dessert nights.
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Customizable: Add nuts, white chocolate chips, or caramel chunks to make it your own.
Ingredient Breakdown
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Unsalted Butter (1 cup, softened): Adds richness and moisture for a tender cookie cake.
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Granulated Sugar (¾ cup) & Brown Sugar (¾ cup, packed): Brown sugar gives chewiness; granulated sugar helps the edges crisp slightly.
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Eggs (2 large): Bind the dough and contribute to a soft, cakey texture.
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Vanilla Extract (2 tsp): Enhances flavor and balances the sweetness.
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All-Purpose Flour (2 ½ cups): Gives structure to the cookie cake.
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Baking Soda (1 tsp): Ensures even rise and slight lift for the soft cake texture.
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Salt (½ tsp): Balances sweetness and enhances chocolate flavor.
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Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips (2 cups): The star ingredient for pockets of melted chocolate. Extra for topping adds visual appeal and extra indulgence.
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