Super Easy Giant Chocolate Chip Cookie {12-Inches!}
Nothing says I love you like a giant chocolate chip cookie! This 12-inch cookie is perfect for bake sales, neighbor gifts, or just because life deserves a giant chocolate chip cookie!
You don’t have to say giant cookie twice to get my attention.
Just look at this beauty! If you’ve ever wanted a soft and chew giant (12-inch!) chocolate chip cookie in your life, today’s the day.
And if you’ve never wanted a giant chocolate chip cookie in your life…um, what is wrong with you??
I’ve probably made this giant cookie recipe more than any other recipe on my site over the last 10 years. Seriously. It is a huge staple around here.
And…it’s so easy (one bowl, no electric mixer) my kids can whip it up and pop it in the oven in less time than I can (probably because I get sidetracked by the open bag of chocolate chips).
Perfect for bake sales, neighbor treats, for a friend in need – this large and in charge chocolate chip cookie is perfect for anything!
We often bring it to potlucks as our offering and sometimes decorate it with M&Ms and frosting for a “cookie cake.” It is definitely one of my go-to treats for take-in meals, and it goes without saying that it’s also a standby for after school enjoyment (super fun for the last day of school, maybe?).
And I know regular, ol’ chocolate chip cookies aren’t necessarily hard, but there’s something so endearingly quick and easy about this recipe that keeps us coming back day after day after day (I wish I were kidding – we make it ALL.THE.TIME!).
If you have lived your life thus far without a giant chocolate chip cookie, please rectify that situation immediately. You can have this deliciously soft cookie staring you in the face in less than 30 minutes.
Whether you choose to share is up to you (no judging!). 🙂
And for all my chocolate lovers, here’s a double chocolate version of this giant cookie!
I bake this cookie on a parchment-lined baking sheet (I lightly grease the parchment), and after cooling, the cookie slides off easily onto a tray. Although, who are we kidding, we usually just dig in while it’s still warm on the baking sheet.
If you are using the cookie for gift-giving or for a bake sale, it can be transferred to a 12-inch cardboard circle (found at most craft stores in the cake decorating aisle).
Not only is this cookie more than a little impressive, it is crazy delicious. Soft and a slightly chewy and full of chocolate chip cookie goodness!
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Giant Cookie
Ingredients
- ½ cup (106 g) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (106 g) packed light brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup (113 g) salted butter, melted and cooled slightly
- 1 large egg
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups (213 g) flour, (add an extra 1/4 cup for a thicker cookie)
- ½ cup (85 g) chocolate chips, plus more to sprinkle on top, if desired
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a large, rimmed baking sheet (12-inches by 17-inches or so) with parchment paper or foil and lightly grease with cooking spray (can also use a silicone baking liner; no need to grease).
- In a medium bowl, stir together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking soda and salt. Add the butter, egg and vanilla and mix until thick and well-combined. Add the flour and chocolate chips and mix until no dry streaks remain.
- Press the cookie dough onto the center of the prepared pan into an evenly thick 9-inch circle. When it bakes, it spreads to about 11-12 inches (the cookie will fit perfectly onto a 12-inch round cardboard circle you can find at most craft stores).
- If desired, top the cookie with additional chocolate chips or M&Ms. Bake for 13-16 minutes until the cookie is set around the edges and slightly crackly on top. Let the cookie cool completely on the baking pan – this helps the cookie set up so it can be easily lifted off the pan. Once cool, gently use the foil or parchment to lift the cookie off the pan; slide a thin spatula underneath to transfer. Cut into slices and serve!
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Recipe Source: adapted from Aunt Marilyn’s friend, Elnora
Recipe originally posted May 2010; updated with new photos, recipe notes, commentary.
Quick question, is the centre of the baked cookie quite moist / a little dough like ? I’ve followed the recipe and pn two occasions , I’ve added an extra 6.mins thinking the cookie wasn’t cooked enough… perhaps I’m unsure what the centre should really be like . Thanks x
You can add even more baking time if you’d like it more fully cooked in the center.
Rich and tasty, it came out perfectly. I put some chocolate kisses on top to emphasize the giant cookie aspect. It was exactly what my son wanted for his birthday dessert, thank you!
I need to make this lovely cookie recipe , ‘Gluten-free’. Do i just replace the flour with gluten free four at the same quantity .
thanks x
I haven’t made this gluten-free but others have – and I believe they’ve used a gluten free flour blend in place of the all-purpose flour (same quantity)
It is easy to make and feeds a crowd
It’s easy to make, and feeds a crowd
How would I freeze this dough to bake ahead ? thanks
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and place in a freeze ziploc bag and freeze. Then thaw and bake as directed in the recipe.
Do I freeze it as a dough ball or as a circle flat . thank you !
Also, could I freeze in a 12″ pizza baking pan ready to bake for later ?
You can freeze it either way – pressed flat into a giant cookie shape or in a mound to flatten after it is thawed. I haven’t tried baking it on a 12-inch pizza pan but that’s worth a try!
Can you freeze this delicious looking cookie?
Yes, it freezes well.
The first time I made this it came out sooo good! It was easy to make and it looked fab! However I have made it a couple
Of times since and it comes out smooth with only cracks round the edge? I wonder what I’m doing wrong to not get the same cookie look ? Any tips on this would be extremely grateful ☺️
Hi Cathy, have you changed anything since you made it the first time? Brand or type of pan? New oven? Hand mixing vs using an electric mixer?
Looks awesome! Sillybqurstion, do you roll the dough into a large ball and it cooks out and evenly or ?? Ty!!
This was a last minute dessert for a carry in meal and also one of the first to go! Very easy and delicious chocolate chip cookie. I will be making this again soon!
Made me look like super mom! I tried this recipe quick because I found out a good friend had a birthday tomorrow.
Can the giant cookie be baked in a 12” round aluminum (disposable) pan instead of a baking sheet?
Sure!
I’ve commented on this recipe before, but am coming back to reiterate how much I love it! It’s the easiest thing to bring to potlucks, Boy Scout celebrations and my son brought these to two Friendsgivings!!
I love how quickly it comes together and I use my kitchen scale to measure the ingredients so there’s no measuring cups to clean up.
One of my son’s friends is gluten free so I used King Arthur Flour Measure to Measure flour and my son said he didn’t notice a difference.
I bought an 8 pack of 12” Wilton cake rounds at the party store and just plastic wrap over the entire thing. If I’m feeling fancy I put some ribbon around it.
This cookie is always the first to go at parties and because of my cardboard cake round, I don’t have to bother bringing a dirty dish home.
Thanks Mel for an amazing recipe.
The instructions were super and very clear. Being specific about the 9-inch circle, which spreads to fill a 12-inch pizza pan, was critical in avoiding a messy overflow in the oven.
Loved the look of the baked cookie which did take an extra 10 minutes in my gas oven. I was able to sprinkle chopped walnuts on half of the cookie to suit
both my husband and the kids.
It is the perfect combination of crispy and a little bit chewy. I know I will be making this again. Thank you Mel!
I discovered this recipe during COVID and made it for my kids. It is now a staple in my home. We use it for giant cookies as well as smaller cookies. If we want them a little chewy we just add a little bit of syrup in it and voila! I love when people ask me for the recipe and I could just send them the website.gayl
yummmm! you have been really good. – i talking to the cookies
This cookie is absolutely delicious! My kids helped make it, and everything went seamlessly. We will make this again!
I have probably made 10 of these in the last two months. My family loves to eat these, and it’s so fun to give to friends to cheer them up or cheer them on or celebrate them or thank them… This cookie is perfect for just about any occasion. Thank you for this recipe! (Side note. I often change recipes slightly, but this is a recipe that is perfect as written. And thank you for the measurements in grams. I switched to measuring that way for baking and my recipes turn out so much better.) You are a treasure!
What flour is used? X
All-purpose flour