Easter Cookie Cake
Celebrate Easter with this easy-to-make, candy-filled Easter Cookie Cake. A perfect combination of chocolate chip cookie flavors and festive Easter candies, baked into a pie plate for a fun, colorful treat. Ideal for holiday gatherings, dessert tables, or as a birthday cake alternative, this delightful dessert will satisfy all ages with its sweet and chewy texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 slices
- Category: Dessert, Easter Treat
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- ½ cup butter (1 stick or 4 ounces)
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1⅓ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup chocolate chips
- ¾ cup assorted Easter candies (M&M’s, mini Cadbury eggs), divided
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch pie plate with non-stick cooking spray and set it aside.
- Prepare the Dough: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter. Mix in the brown sugar and granulated sugar until well combined. Stir in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined.
- Add Mix-ins: Fold in the chocolate chips and ½ cup of the Easter candies.
- Bake: Transfer the dough into the pie plate, smoothing the top with a spatula. Bake for 25 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
- Decorate: After baking, gently press the remaining ¼ cup of Easter candies into the top while it’s still warm.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cookie cake to cool before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For a more festive appearance, you can decorate with a variety of Easter candies and sprinkle them on top after baking.
- Optional: Add frosting for extra indulgence (e.g., buttercream or cream cheese frosting).
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