Easter Cookie Cake Treat (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Cookie Cake

01 - 3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
02 - 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
03 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
04 - 1 large egg
05 - 1 egg yolk
06 - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
07 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
08 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - 1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or milk chocolate)
11 - 1 cup pastel-colored M&M's or Easter egg candies
12 - 1/4 cup sprinkles (optional)

→ Frosting (Optional)

13 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
14 - 2 cups powdered sugar
15 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
16 - 2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
17 - Food coloring (pastel shades, optional)

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth. Add the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract, and mix well.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
04 - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips and M&M's.
05 - Press the cookie dough evenly into the prepared cake pan. Bake for 22-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is slightly soft.
06 - Let the cookie cake cool in the pan for at least 30 minutes before removing it.
07 - Beat the butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and heavy cream, beating until smooth. Divide and color with food coloring if desired.
08 - Pipe frosting around the edges and top with extra M&M's, sprinkles, or Easter candies.
09 - Cut into wedges and enjoy your festive Easter treat!

# Notes:

01 - Use mini Cadbury eggs, Reese's eggs, or jelly beans for extra Easter flair.
02 - For a softer cookie cake, slightly underbake and let it finish setting as it cools.
03 - Store covered at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.