top of page

The Ultimate Cookie Cake

Writer's picture: Eten en VoedenEten en Voeden

It’s like the best of both worlds, merging the soft, chewy goodness of cookies with the celebratory vibes of cake. Whether you're planning a birthday party, a family gathering, or just want a sweet treat to indulge in, this easy-to-make dessert will quickly become your new go-to.


What is a Cookie Cake?

At its core, a cookie cake is a giant cookie baked in a cake pan, often decorated with frosting, sprinkles, or personalized messages. It has the same chewy, gooey texture as a classic chocolate chip cookie, but it’s big enough to share with a crowd (or enjoy all by yourself… no judgment).


The beauty of a cookie cake is in its versatility. You can make it with virtually any cookie dough you love—chocolate chip, peanut butter, oatmeal, or even add your favorite mix-ins like M&Ms, nuts, or candy bars. And it’s simple to decorate to fit any occasion—birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, or just a regular Tuesday when you need a little sweetness in your life.


Why Should You Make One?

  1. It’s Easy! You don’t have to be a baking expert to nail a cookie cake. Most recipes use simple ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry, and the process is much easier than making individual cookies. Plus, it’s one pan, no fuss. Just mix the dough, press it into the pan, bake, and frost.

  2. It Feeds a Crowd Instead of making dozens of cookies that might take forever to bake and cool, you can make one giant cookie cake. This means less mess, less time in the kitchen, and more time eating and celebrating!

  3. Personalized for Any Occasion You can decorate the cookie cake with icing, sprinkles, or even edible glitter to match the theme of your celebration. Want a birthday cookie cake? Write a fun message on top. Want to make a treat for a friend who loves chocolate? Add extra chocolate chips or drizzle it with fudge.

  4. It’s SO Delicious Seriously, have you ever had a cookie cake warm from the oven? It’s an experience. The outside edges are perfectly crispy, and the center is soft, chewy, and packed with gooey chocolate chips (or whatever you prefer). Top it with frosting and a few extra toppings, and you’ve got yourself an irresistible dessert.


Tips for the Perfect Cookie Cake:

  • Don’t Overbake: The cookie will continue to cook a little after you take it out of the oven. You want the edges to be golden, but the center should be soft and gooey.

  • Chill the Dough (Optional): For an even thicker cookie cake, you can chill the dough for about 30 minutes before baking.

  • Creative Toppings: Get creative with your toppings! You can add icing in different colors, layer it with a chocolate ganache, or even sprinkle some sea salt on top for a sweet-salty combo.


Other Sweet Treats





Leave a rating!

Try this Ultimate Cookie Cake and leave a rating below. Simply click on the stars just below the recipe title.


Snap a photo and tag #etenenvoeden on your Facebook or Instagram stories. I love seeing what you create in your kitchens


Recent Posts

See All

Comments


bottom of page