Description
4th of July Cookie Cake is the ultimate festive dessert, blending the beloved flavors of a giant chocolate chip cookie with vibrant red, white, and blue decorations. This show-stopping cake is not only a sweet treat but also a celebration centerpiece, perfect for summer barbecues and family picnics. Easy to prepare and sure to impress your guests, it can be customized with your favorite toppings. Whether served as individual slices or transformed into ice cream sandwiches, this cookie cake will light up your Independence Day festivities!
Ingredients
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- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup butter (softened)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup red and blue candy pieces
- 4 tablespoons butter (softened)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla
- 2 teaspoons half and half
- Red and blue sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Beat softened butter with sugars until fluffy; add eggs one at a time followed by vanilla.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients until combined; fold in chocolate chips.
- Spread dough on prepared baking sheet and bake for about 25 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool completely before frosting with a mixture of butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, and half-and-half.
- Decorate with red and blue candies and sprinkles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 85g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg