Description
Celebrate Independence Day with a stunning 4th of July Cookie Cake, a giant chocolate chip cookie baked to perfection and adorned with festive red, white, and blue decorations. This delightful dessert is not only visually appealing but also incredibly delicious, making it the ideal centerpiece for summer barbecues, picnics, and family reunions. Its soft texture combined with bursts of chocolate and candy makes every bite a treat. With its simple preparation and impressive presentation, this cookie cake will surely become a favorite at your holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup softened butter
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup red and blue candy pieces
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add vanilla and eggs one at a time to the butter mixture; mix until fully combined.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips and candy pieces.
- Spread the dough evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for approximately 25 minutes or until golden around the edges but soft in the center.
- Allow to cool completely before frosting with a mixture of butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, and half-and-half followed by sprinkles.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg