Prepare to embark on a decadent journey that will make your taste buds dance with pure joy! Imagine a dessert that combines the irresistible allure of chocolate chip cookies with the rich, moist texture of a cake - introducing the ultimate indulgence: Chocolate Cookie Dough Cake. This isn't just another dessert; it's a heavenly creation that transforms your wildest sweet tooth fantasies into a reality. Whether you're a baking enthusiast or a dessert lover looking for the next showstopping treat, this recipe promises to elevate your culinary game and impress everyone at your table.
Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 55 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 servings
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup cookie dough (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Set this dry mixture aside for later use.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, stir in the vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the chocolate chips with a spatula or wooden spoon, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Pour half of the cookie dough batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly across the bottom.
- Take the cookie dough (store-bought or homemade) and drop spoonfuls over the batter in the pan. Gently spread it out without mixing it into the batter too much; it should create a layer of cookie dough.
- Pour the remaining cookie dough batter over the top of the cookie dough layer, spreading it out evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs attached.
- Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, slice the cake into 12 servings and serve. Enjoy your delicious chocolate cookie dough cake!
Tips
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing and a more uniform texture.
- Do not overmix the batter - this can lead to a tough, dense cake instead of a light, fluffy one.
- Use parchment paper for easy cake removal and clean cutting.
- For extra decadence, consider adding a drizzle of chocolate ganache or a sprinkle of sea salt on top.
- Store-bought cookie dough works perfectly, but homemade dough can add a personal touch.
- Let the cake cool completely before slicing to maintain its structural integrity.
- For a more intense chocolate flavor, use dark chocolate chips instead of standard milk chocolate.
- If the top of the cake browns too quickly, cover it loosely with aluminum foil during baking.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
