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Heart-Shaped Cookie Cake

A delightful blend of love and nostalgia, this Heart-Shaped Cookie Cake is perfect for celebrating Valentine's Day with rich chocolate chips and a charming appearance.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 330
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Creamy and rich, the perfect base for your cookie cake.
  • 1 cup light brown sugar, packed Adds moistness and a hint of caramel flavor.
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar Sweetens and balances the richness of the butter.
  • 2 large eggs Provides structure and contributes to the cake’s moist texture.
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Enhances sweetness with aromatic notes.
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour The heart of your cookie cake, yielding a soft and chewy texture.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Helps the cake rise beautifully.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness and elevates flavors.
  • 1 cup chocolate chips (milk, dark, or white) Adds indulgent chocolatey richness.
  • 1/2 cup Valentine's-themed sprinkles or M&Ms Provides color and a festive flair.
For the Frosting
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Creamy base for your delicious frosting.
  • 2 cups powdered sugar Sweetens and thickens your frosting.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Infuses flavor into the frosting.
  • 2-3 tablespoons heavy cream (or milk) Creates a smooth consistency.
  • to taste red or pink food coloring Adds a pop of festive color to your frosting.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, beat together the softened butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add in the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition, and then mix in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips and Valentine's-themed sprinkles or M&Ms.
Baking
  1. Line a heart-shaped pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  2. Spread the cookie dough into the pan, pressing it evenly.
  3. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the center is set.
  4. Let the cookie cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frosting & Decorating
  1. To make the frosting, beat together the softened butter and powdered sugar until smooth.
  2. Add the vanilla extract, heavy cream, and food coloring (if desired), and mix until fluffy.
  3. Once the cookie cake has cooled completely, frost it with the buttercream frosting.
  4. Decorate with additional sprinkles, M&Ms, or edible glitter if desired.
  5. Slice and enjoy your festive heart-shaped cookie cake!

Notes

Cool your butter slightly before mixing; it helps achieve that light and fluffy texture. You can also experiment with different types of chocolate chips for varied sweetness.