Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to the temperature recommended for cookie cake baking (usually around 350°F or 175°C). Grease a round or rectangular cake pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and packed light brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- One egg at a time, beating until each is thoroughly mixed in before adding the next.
- Stir in the vanilla extract, blending it into the cookie dough.
- Mix the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a different basin.
- When a soft cookie dough develops, gradually mix in the dry ingredients with the wet components.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and chopped nuts (if using).
- Spread the cookie dough evenly into the greased cake pan, creating a smooth layer.
- Bake in the preheated oven for the recommended time or until the edges are golden brown, and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Allow the Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake to cool in the pan on a wire rack for at least 15-20 minutes.
- Once cooled, slice and serve the cookie cake. Enjoy this delicious and shareable treat that combines the best elements of chocolate chip cookies and cake!
