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Mini Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake with Chocolate Whipped Cream Recipe

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This Mini Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake is a delightful twist on classic cookies, baked into a soft, moist cake form bursting with rich chocolate chips. Perfectly sized for two to four servings, this treat is topped with an optional luxurious chocolate whipped cream for an extra indulgence. Its tender crumb and gooey chocolate make it a comforting dessert ideal for any chocolate lover.

Ingredients

Cookie Cake

  • 55 g unsalted butter, melted (and still hot) (1.9 oz., 4 Tablespoons)
  • 60 g white granulated sugar (2.1 oz., 5 Tablespoons)
  • 20 g dark (or light) brown sugar (0.7 oz., 1 and 1/2 Tablespoons)
  • 10 g whole milk, at room temperature (0.35 oz., 2/3 Tablespoon)
  • 1 large egg yolk, at room temperature
  • 80 g all-purpose flour (2.8 oz., 1/2 cup and 2 Tablespoons)
  • 1/3 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 40 g semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips (1.4 oz.)
  • 40 g semi-sweet chocolate, chopped into small pieces (or chocolate chips) (1.4 oz.)

Chocolate Whipped Cream (Optional)

  • 60 g heavy cream (35% fat), cold (2.1 oz., 1/4 cup)
  • 30 g bittersweet chocolate (65% cocoa) (1.1 oz.)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the pan: Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F) using a conventional setting. Grease a 15 cm (6-inch) springform cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper. Grease the parchment paper to ensure a smooth surface and set the pan aside.
  2. Mix butter and sugars: In a heatproof bowl, combine the hot, melted butter with white and brown sugars. Stir well to dissolve the sugars and break any brown sugar lumps using the back of a spoon.
  3. Add milk and egg yolk: Stir in the milk, then mix in the egg yolk until the mixture is fully incorporated and smooth.
  4. Sift dry ingredients: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to ensure even distribution of the leavening and seasoning.
  5. Combine wet and dry: Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture and mix with a spoon just until combined, careful not to overmix to keep the texture tender.
  6. Fold in chocolate: Gently fold in the chocolate chips and chopped chocolate to distribute evenly throughout the dough. Set aside about 5 g of chocolate chips for decorating later, chilling them if warm.
  7. Shape and bake: Pour the cookie dough into the prepared pan, gently shaking or smoothing it evenly with a spoon. Bake in the middle rack for 22-26 minutes until the surface is set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with only a few moist crumbs.
  8. Cool and decorate: Remove the cake from the oven and immediately top with the reserved chocolate chips if desired. Let the cookie cake cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before removing the springform sides. Add chocolate whipped cream or your preferred frosting just before serving.
  9. Prepare chocolate whipped cream (optional): Whip cold heavy cream to soft-medium peaks and keep chilled. Melt bittersweet chocolate gently in a microwave at short intervals, stirring until smooth and warm (~45-50°C/113-122°F). Lighten the chocolate by mixing a small amount of whipped cream into it, then fold this mixture gently back into the whipped cream until fully combined but not deflated.
  10. Decorate and serve: Transfer the chocolate whipped cream to a piping bag fitted with your desired tip. Chill briefly if needed for easier handling, decorate the cookie cake, add sprinkles if desired, and enjoy your indulgent treat!

Notes

  • Ensure the melted butter is still hot when combining with sugars for better integration and texture.
  • Do not overmix the dough once flour is added to avoid a tough cookie cake.
  • Reserve some chocolate chips before baking for a decorative, melty topping.
  • The chocolate whipped cream adds richness but can be omitted for a simpler dessert.
  • Cool the cake fully before removing from the pan to prevent breakage.
  • Use a toothpick to check doneness—moist crumbs indicate a perfectly baked, soft center.

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