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Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake

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A warm, nostalgic dessert that combines the texture of a giant cookie with the softness of a cake, studded with melted chocolate chips.

  • Author: daniel-kim
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 26 minutes
  • Total Time: 41 minutes
  • Yield: 8 to 10 slices 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 and 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • Optional: chocolate buttercream for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and spray a 9-inch pie dish or cake pan with nonstick spray.
  2. Beat together the softened butter and packed brown sugar until creamy and well combined.
  3. Add the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract to the mixture and beat until fully mixed.
  4. Whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
  7. Press the cookie dough mixture evenly into the prepared cake pan.
  8. Bake for 22 to 26 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Remove from the oven and let cool completely on a cooling rack.
  10. If desired, frost with chocolate buttercream before serving.

Notes

For best results, ensure the butter is softened but not melted. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Can be frozen for up to 2 months.

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