Description

Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with this Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake topped with rich buttercream frosting. This delightful treat combines the chewy texture of classic cookies with the softness of a cake, making it perfect for any occasion or simply to satisfy your sweet tooth. Easy to make and customizable, you can add toppings like nuts or a swirl of salted caramel to elevate this crowd-pleaser. Ready in under an hour, this cake not only looks stunning on any dessert table but also delivers a heavenly taste that will leave everyone craving more.

Ingredients

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2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Optional: pinch of sea salt for topping
For Buttercream Frosting: 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
4 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
1/4 cup heavy cream (or whole milk)
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
In a large bowl, combine melted butter with brown and granulated sugars until smooth. Add eggs and vanilla; mix well.
Gradually stir in the dry ingredients until just combined, then fold in chocolate chips.
Press dough into a greased and parchment-lined 9-inch cake pan.
Bake for 23–28 minutes until edges are golden and center is set but soft. Allow to cool.
For frosting, beat softened butter until smooth, gradually add powdered sugar, then mix in cream, vanilla, and salt until fluffy.
Frost cooled cake and optionally sprinkle with sea salt before serving.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
Calories: 380
Sugar: 30g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 47g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 55mg

Keywords: Ensure your butter is at room temperature for smooth frosting. Avoid overmixing the batter after adding flour to keep the cake tender. Customize by adding nuts or experimenting with different types of chocolate chips.