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Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake Bliss

A delicious Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake that's rich, gooey, and perfect for sharing.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 28 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 13 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour substitute with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda make sure it's fresh for optimal results
  • ½ teaspoon salt try using sea salt for an elegant touch
  • ½ cup unsalted butter ensure it's softened for easier mixing
  • 1 cup brown sugar coconut sugar is a great substitute
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs room temperature for even mixing
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract opt for pure vanilla for the best taste
  • 1 ½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips consider dark chocolate for a more intense flavor
For the Frosting
  • 2 cups powdered sugar sift for a smoother texture
  • ½ cup heavy cream whole milk can be used as a substitute

Equipment

  • 9-inch cake pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a greased 9-inch cake pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, melt the butter and mix with brown sugar and granulated sugar until smooth. Then add eggs and vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips.
  5. Press the dough into the greased cake pan, ensuring the center is slightly thinner than the edges.
  6. Bake for 23-28 minutes until golden edges appear and the center is soft.
  7. Let the cake cool in the pan for about 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Beat the butter until smooth, then add powdered sugar and heavy cream until fluffy.
  9. Once the cake is cool, frost with the buttercream and optionally sprinkle with sea salt.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure melted butter cools slightly before adding eggs. Don't overmix to keep the cake tender. Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting it.

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