Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. 2
   Whisk the flour, baking powder and salt together in a medium bowl and set aside.
3. 3
   Using a stand mixer or a hand mixer, cream the butter, light brown sugar, and vanilla extract on medium speed until well combined, about 1 minute.
4. 4
   Increase the mixer speed to high and beat for 15 seconds.
5. 5
   Stop the mixer, scrape down the sides of the bowl, and add the egg.
6. 6
   Blend on medium speed for 30 seconds.
7. 7
   Add the dry ingredients and combine on low speed until just a few dry streaks remain.
8. 8
   Add the chocolate chips and mix for a few seconds until combined.
9. 9
   Scrape the batter into a greased and lined 9-inch round cake pan.
10. 10
    Press the batter into a smooth and even layer in the pan. Bake until lightly golden and puffy around the edges (the center should still feel quite soft), 18 - 22 minutes.
11. 11
    Cool for 10 minutes and then run a paring knife around the edge of the pan to release the cake.
12. 12
    Cool for at least 4 hours before turning the cake out of the pan and onto a large plate.
13. 13
    Slice then serve.
14. 14
    Note: If you're real naughty, add a scoop of vanilla ice cream and hot fudge!
15. 15
    Enjoy!