Mini Cookie Cake Recipe​

This Mini Cookie Cake Recipe is the perfect blend of soft, chewy cookie and celebration-worthy cake ideal for birthdays, date nights, or anytime you crave a sweet, personal-sized treat! 🍪🎂💕

Introduction

Craving a sweet treat that’s just the right size for one or two people? This Mini Cookie Cake Recipe is the perfect answer. It combines the chewy goodness of a classic cookie with the celebratory feel of a cake all in a compact, personal sized portion. Whether you’re baking for a birthday, an anniversary, or just a cozy dessert night, this mini cookie cake delivers big flavor without the need to make a full sized batch.

What makes this Mini Cookie Cake Recipe truly special is how quick and easy it is to prepare. You only need a handful of pantry staples like flour, sugar, butter, and chocolate chips. The dough comes together in minutes and bakes into a golden, gooey cookie with a crisp edge and soft center. It’s ideal for last-minute desserts, small celebrations, or satisfying that sudden cookie craving without overindulging.

This versatile recipe can be customized with your favorite mix-ins think sprinkles, white chocolate, or even peanut butter chips. Plus, it’s a great option for kids to decorate with frosting and toppings. Whether enjoyed warm from the oven or topped with a scoop of ice cream, this Mini Cookie Cake Recipe is a delicious way to treat yourself or someone special.

Mini Cookie Cake Recipe

This Mini Cookie Cake Recipe is the perfect single-serving dessert that brings together all the chewy, gooey goodness of a chocolate chip cookie with the presentation of a cake. Quick to make and endlessly customizable, it’s ideal for birthdays, anniversaries, or everyday indulgence. ✅ Author Use Default (Don’t show) ✅ Servings 4 people (or 2 for large portions) ✅ Estimated Cost $5 ✅ Times Prep Time: 0 days 0 hours 10 minutes Cook Time: 0 days 0 hours 18 minutes Resting Time: 0 days 0 hours 5 minutes Total Time: 0 days 0 hours 33 minutes ✅ Categories Desserts, Baking, Mini Treats ✅ Courses Dessert, Snack ✅ Cuisines American, Kid-Friendly ✅ Keywords Mini Cookie Cake Recipe, Small Batch Dessert, Personal Cookie Cake, Easy Cookie Cake

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 18 minutes mins

5 minutes mins

Total Time 33 minutes mins

Servings: 4

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• Amount Unit Name Notes
• 4 tbsp Unsalted butter Softened
• 1/4 cup Brown sugar Light or dark
• 2 tbsp Granulated sugar
• 1 Egg yolk Large
• 1/2 tsp Vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup All-purpose flour Spoon & level
• 1/8 tsp Baking soda
• 1/8 tsp Salt
• 1/4 cup Chocolate chips Or chunks
• Sprinkles Optional for decoration

Equipment

• Amount Name Notes
• 1 Mixing Bowl For combining dough
• 1 Hand mixer (optional) For creaming butter
• 1 6-inch cake pan or ramekin Greased
• 1 Spatula For mixing and spreading

Method

 

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 6-inch cake pan or small ramekin.
2. In a bowl, cream butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
3. Mix in the egg yolk and vanilla extract until combined.
4. Stir in flour, baking soda, and salt until a soft dough forms.
5. Fold in chocolate chips (and sprinkles if using).
6. Spread the dough evenly into the prepared pan.
7. Bake for 16–18 minutes or until golden brown on the edges and set in the center.
8. Let it cool slightly, then decorate with frosting or enjoy warm with a scoop of ice cream!
9. ✅ Nutrition (Per Serving)
10. Calories: ~250 kcal (estimated)
11. Note: Values vary based on ingredients and portion size.

Notes

For a dairy-free version, use plant-based butter and dairy-free chocolate chips.

Want to double it? Use an 8-inch pan and adjust bake time to 20–22 minutes.

You can pipe frosting on top once it cools completely for a celebration-ready finish.

✅ FAQs: Mini Cookie Cake Recipe

Q1: Can I make this cookie cake without eggs?
A: Yes! Replace the egg yolk with 1 tablespoon of milk or a flax egg for a vegan version.

Q2: Can I use a muffin tin instead of a cake pan?
A: Absolutely. Spoon into 2–3 muffin wells and reduce baking time to about 12–14 minutes.

Q3: How do I store leftovers?
A: Keep covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.

Q4: Can I make this gluten-free?
A: Yes, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend for best results.

Q5: Is this recipe freezer-friendly?
A: Yes! Freeze the baked cookie cake (wrapped) for up to 2 months.

✅ Share Your Twist!

Did you top your Mini Cookie Cake with fudge, peanut butter chips, or frosting flowers? 🍪🎉 Share your twist below and inspire other small-batch bakers.