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Easy Pantry Graduation Cookie Cake Recipe with Chocolate Chips Perfect for Celebrations

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A simple, quick, and crowd-pleasing chocolate chip cookie cake made from pantry staples, perfect for graduations and celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (315g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup (165g) packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups (340g) chocolate chips (semi-sweet or milk chocolate)
  • Optional: ½ cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
  • Optional: ½ cup quick oats

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan and line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed or folding gently until just combined.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips and optional chopped nuts or oats if using.
  7. Scrape the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly with a spatula.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes until edges are golden brown and the center is set but still soft. A toothpick inserted should come out with a few moist crumbs.
  9. Let the cookie cake cool in the pan for at least 15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Use softened but not melted butter for best creaming results. Do not overmix the batter to avoid toughness. Check baking time starting at 25 minutes to prevent overbaking. Adding extra chocolate chips on top before baking creates gooier pockets. If using glass bakeware, add 3-5 minutes to baking time. Optional substitutions include whole wheat flour, coconut sugar, coconut oil or vegan butter, and flax eggs for vegan or gluten-free versions.

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