Description
Easter Cookie Cake is a delightful springtime dessert that brings joy to any celebration. This giant cookie, baked in a pie plate and topped with colorful candies, is visually stunning and irresistibly delicious. With its soft, chewy texture and customizable toppings, this festive treat is perfect for sharing with family and friends during Easter or any spring gathering. Whether you’re an experienced baker or trying your hand at baking for the first time, this easy-to-follow recipe makes it simple to create a show-stopping dessert that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup butter (1 stick or 4 ounces)
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 ⅓ cups flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup chocolate chips
- ¾ cup assorted chocolate candies
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a 9-inch pie plate with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and mix in the brown sugar, granulated sugar, and vanilla until combined. Add the egg and stir until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix this into the butter mixture until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips and half of the assorted candies.
- Spread the dough into the prepared pie plate and smooth the top. Bake for about 25 minutes or until golden brown on top.
- After removing from the oven, gently press the remaining candies onto the surface while it's still hot. Allow to cool before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Spring/Festive
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (112g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg