Description
If you need a quick dessert that’s soft, chewy, and totally crowd-pleasing, try this Cake Mix Cookie Cake! With just a handful of pantry staples and your favorite cake mix, you get a giant cookie that’s perfect for birthdays, holidays, or a fun family treat. Ready in under 30 minutes, this easy recipe is great for beginner bakers, busy schedules, and anyone who loves quick breakfast ideas, easy dessert recipes, and creative food ideas for parties.
Ingredients
1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
2 large eggs
1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup chocolate chips
1/4 cup sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9-inch round cake pan with parchment paper and lightly grease the sides.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
3. Add the cake mix to the wet ingredients and stir until a soft, thick dough forms.
4. Fold in the chocolate chips and sprinkles (if using) until evenly distributed.
5. Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan. Top with extra chocolate chips or sprinkles if desired.
6. Bake for 20–24 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the center is just set (do not overbake for a chewy texture).
7. Cool completely in the pan, then lift out and transfer to a serving plate. Decorate with frosting, more sprinkles, or serve as is. Slice and enjoy!
Notes
For even more gooey bites, press a few extra chocolate chips into the top before baking.
Don’t overbake! The center should look just set for the chewiest cookie cake.
Swap chocolate chips for white chocolate, butterscotch, or add festive sprinkles for a twist.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12 of cake)
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 46mg
Keywords: easy dessert, cookie cake, cake mix, quick recipe, party treat, birthday dessert