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Topped with homemade fudge frosting, it’s an iconic dessert that has held a dear place in my heart since I would beg my mom to let us stop at the Great American Cookie Company every time we went to the mall. If there was a cookie cake near me, I was definitely making a beeline for it. In an effort to satisfy my cookie cake craving without driving to the mall, I decided to figure out how to make a from-scratch cookie cake with cookie dough at home. I originally created this recipe as a birthday cookie cake for myself (because yes, I do in fact bake my own birthday dessert). It was the perfect combination of nostalgic comfort and chocolate chip cookie bliss. Now I’ve taken to making it for friends and family. It never fails to wow the crowd and leaves everyone with a smile.

My inspiration is the original Great American Cookie Company recipe. Is cookie cake better than cake for a birthday party? My younger self certainly thought so. Plus, the kids who brought the Great American chocolate chip cookie cakes to school were the coolest. I still adore cookie cake as much as ever, but now I prefer to make it myself for a few reasons:

This is a recipe for real, homemade chocolate chip cookie cake from scratch, no cake mix or canned frosting to be found. A giant chocolate chip cookie isn’t only bigger, it’s also EASIER to bake, because you don’t have to individually shape each cookie.Make it your own. Why be limited to a premade Great American Cookie cake, or your typical grocery store cookie cake? With this homemade giant cookie I get to decorate it as I please without limitations.

This cookie is melt-in-your-mouth soft at the center, lightly crispy at the edges, and beautifully buttery throughout. Making this giant cookie cake recipe will feel similar to making regular cookie dough, but you bake it in a single pan instead (a normal 9- or 10-inch springform pan makes a perfect cookie cake pan).

The Ingredients

Flour. I used part all-purpose flour and part white whole wheat flour in this recipe. The whole wheat flour adds a touch of extra nutrition and you can’t taste it.

Nutmeg. A pinch of nutmeg is my secret ingredient to this cake’s special, extra-addictive flavor.Egg + Egg Yolk. The binding agent that holds our giant cookie together. I added one extra yolk to give the cookie just the right amount of richness.Milk. You can use any milk you have on hand, but the higher the fat content, the creamier the results. I used whole milk, and it was perfect.Pure Vanilla Extract. A MUST in any cookie cake recipes.

Chocolate Chips. If you’re a fan of chocolate, this chocolate chip cookie cake recipe is perfect for you. This cake has more chips than you’d dare call appropriate, and you’ll love every single bite. A cookie cake is a cookie after all.

Frosting. While it’s optional, I guarantee that you won’t be disappointed with a frosting layered cookie cake.

The Directions

Storage Tips

To Store. Cover and store leftovers at room temperature for up to 3 days.To Freeze. Store the baked cookie (frosted or unfrosted) in the freezer for up to 2 months.

Recommended Tools to Make this Recipe

Baking Spray. This is essential for a cookie that doesn’t stick.Stand Mixer. One of my most beloved and useful kitchen appliances.Springform Pan. Perfect for making this giant cookie.

Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or are simply in the mood for a giant chocolate chip cookie (I don’t blame you), this scrumptious recipe will make any day feel a little more special. Here are just a few ideas:

Chopped Peanut Butter CupsDiced Snicker BarsMini M&M’sChopped NutsButterscotch or Caramel ChipsSprinkles (perfect for sugar cookie cake)

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