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Halloween Cookie Cake

Halloween Cookie Cake

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This Halloween Cookie Cake is a delightful and festive treat that will be the centerpiece of your spooky gatherings! Bursting with chewy chocolate chips and topped with colorful buttercream frosting, this cookie-like cake is not only visually appealing but also incredibly easy to make. Perfect for parties, family nights, or just satisfying a sweet craving, it invites creativity with customizable ghoulish decorations. With its rich flavor and soft texture, this Halloween Cookie Cake is sure to impress your family and friends as they indulge in each delicious slice!

Ingredients

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  • ¾ cup unsalted butter
  • ¾ cup light brown sugar
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp fine sea salt
  • 1 cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips (plus extra for topping)
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (for buttercream frosting)
  • 1 ½ cups powdered sugar (for buttercream frosting)
  • 12 TBSP heavy cream (for buttercream frosting)
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract (for buttercream frosting)
  • ⅛ tsp fine sea salt (for buttercream frosting)
  • 3 oz semi-sweet chocolate (for chocolate drizzle)
  • 5 TBSP unsalted butter (for chocolate drizzle)
  • 12 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder (for chocolate drizzle)
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract (for chocolate drizzle)
  • 23 TBSP heavy cream (for chocolate drizzle)
  • 1.5 cups powdered sugar (for chocolate drizzle)
  • ⅛ tsp fine sea salt (for chocolate drizzle)

Instructions

  1. Chill the dough overnight or for up to three days for enhanced flavors.
  2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bring butter and egg to room temperature.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Cream softened butter and sugars in a mixer until light and fluffy.
  5. Add egg and vanilla; mix until combined.
  6. Gradually add dry ingredients while mixing on low speed until just incorporated.
  7. Fold in chocolate chips gently.
  8. Press the dough into a lined springform pan and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden.

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