Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Heart Shaped Cookie Cake is a charming and festive dessert perfect for Valentine’s Day, anniversaries, or any special occasion where you want to show a little extra love. This giant, soft, and chewy cookie is decorated with rich frosting and colorful sprinkles, making it a delightful centerpiece and treat in one.
Ingredients
(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)
- All-purpose flour
- Baking soda
- Salt
- Unsalted butter
- Granulated sugar
- Brown sugar
- Eggs
- Vanilla extract
- Chocolate chips or chunks
- Butter (for frosting)
- Powdered sugar (for frosting)
- Milk (for frosting)
- Food coloring (optional)
- Sprinkles (optional, for decoration)
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a heart-shaped baking pan with parchment paper or grease it lightly.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until creamy and light.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips or chunks.
- Press the cookie dough evenly into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the center is set.
- Allow the cookie cake to cool completely in the pan before decorating.
- For the frosting, beat the butter, powdered sugar, and milk until smooth and fluffy. Add food coloring if desired.
- Pipe the frosting around the edges of the cookie cake and decorate with sprinkles.
Servings and Timing
- Servings: 10-12 slices
- Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Baking time: 18-22 minutes
- Cooling and decorating time: 30 minutes
Storage
Store the Heart Shaped Cookie Cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, keep it in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Conclusion
Sweet Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Rolls, Chocolate Covered Cheesecake Strawberries, and Heart Shaped Cookie Cake are delightful treats that bring together vibrant flavors and charming presentations. Perfect for any occasion, these desserts are sure to impress your loved ones with their irresistible taste and beautiful designs.
Heart Shaped Cookie Cake
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 12 14 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
This Heart-Shaped Cookie Cake is the perfect treat to share with someone special! Soft, chewy, and filled with chocolate chips, it’s decorated with creamy frosting for a festive touch. Ideal for Valentine’s Day, anniversaries, birthdays, or any time you want to spread a little love.
Ingredients
For the Cookie Cake:
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg + 1 egg yolk, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
For the Buttercream Frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 1–2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Food coloring (optional)
Optional Decorations:
- Sprinkles
- Mini chocolate chips
- Heart-shaped candies
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a heart-shaped cookie cake pan or line a baking sheet with parchment paper. If you don’t have a heart-shaped pan, you can shape the dough into a heart on the baking sheet. - Make the Cookie Dough:
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
In a large bowl, combine the melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Add the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract, stirring until fully incorporated.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
Fold in the chocolate chips. - Shape & Bake:
Press the cookie dough evenly into the prepared heart-shaped pan or form a heart shape with your hands. The dough will spread slightly as it bakes.
Bake for 18–22 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set but still soft. (Do not overbake; the cookie will continue to cook slightly as it cools.)
Let the cookie cake cool completely in the pan before decorating. - Prepare the Buttercream Frosting:
In a bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing well.
Add the vanilla extract, a pinch of salt, and 1 tablespoon of cream or milk. Beat until light and fluffy, adding more cream if needed for the desired consistency.
Add food coloring if desired. - Decorate:
Transfer the frosting to a piping bag fitted with a star tip or your favorite decorating tip.
Pipe decorative borders, write messages, or add fun designs.
Garnish with sprinkles, mini chocolate chips, or heart-shaped candies. - Serve:
Slice into wedges like a cake and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra flair, mix in M&Ms, white chocolate chips, or colored sprinkles into the dough.
- If using a metal pan, start checking the cookie around 15 minutes as it may bake faster.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
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