Description

This delicious Chocolate Chip Cookie Pizza combines the classic flavors of chocolate chip cookies with the fun, shareable format of a pizza. Perfect for parties or as a delightful dessert, this cookie pizza is thick, soft, and loaded with melty chocolate chips. Topped optionally with ice cream, vanilla buttercream, or sprinkles, it’s a crowd-pleaser that’s easy to make and enjoy.

Ingredients

Scale

Dry Ingredients

2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour (spooned & leveled)
2 teaspoons cornstarch (aka cornflour)
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

3/4 cup (12 Tbsp; 170g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
3/4 cup (150g) packed light or dark brown sugar
1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
1 large egg, at room temperature
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

Add-ins and Optional Garnishes

1 and 1/4 cup (225g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
Optional for serving: ice cream, vanilla buttercream, sprinkles

Instructions

Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Lightly grease a 12-inch or larger pizza pan to prevent sticking. Ensure the pan is at least 12 inches in diameter to allow proper baking.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined. Set this mixture aside for later use.
Cream Butter and Sugars: Using a hand mixer or stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar on medium speed until the mixture is creamy and smooth, about 3 minutes. This step is crucial for a tender cookie texture.
Add Egg and Vanilla: Add the egg and pure vanilla extract to the creamed butter and sugar. Beat on high speed until well combined, about 1 minute. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl to ensure all ingredients are mixed thoroughly.
Incorporate Dry Ingredients: With the mixer on low speed, gradually add the dry flour mixture until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cookie tender.
Add Chocolate Chips: Still on low speed, add the semi-sweet chocolate chips to the dough. The dough will be thick, soft, and sticky.
Shape the Cookie Pizza: Transfer the cookie dough to the prepared pizza pan. Using your fingers, gently flatten and spread the dough to be about 3/4 inch thick and centered on the pan. Do not spread the dough all the way to the edges to keep a thick cookie center.
Bake: Bake the cookie pizza for 20 to 24 minutes until it is puffed and lightly browned on top. Avoid overbaking, as you want a soft and chewy texture.
Cool and Garnish: Allow the cookie pizza to cool in the pan set on a cooling rack. If desired, press a few extra chocolate chips into the top while still warm for a prettier presentation. Let cool completely before slicing.
Store Leftovers: Cover any leftover cookie pizza and store it at room temperature for 2 to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days. Reheat slightly before serving if desired.

Notes

For the best texture, ensure the butter is softened but not melted before creaming with the sugars.
Using cornstarch helps make the cookie pizza extra tender and soft.
If your pizza pan is larger than 12 inches, the cookie pizza will be a bit thinner; adjust baking time slightly if needed.
Add sprinkles over the top alongside chocolate chips for a festive look.
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of vanilla buttercream for an indulgent dessert.
Do not overbake to maintain a chewy center; the cookie will firm up as it cools.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20-24 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12th of pizza)
Calories: 280
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 140mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: Chocolate Chip Cookie Pizza, Cookie Pizza, Chocolate Chip Cookie, Dessert Pizza, Party Dessert