Football Themed Cookie Cake
A delightful cookie cake that combines soft, chewy layers with rich chocolate flavors, perfect for game day gatherings.
Ingredients
Cake Ingredients
- 1 cup softened butter Ensure it's at room temperature for best results.
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 pieces eggs Use cold eggs for better texture.
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free baking flour.
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips Use high-quality chocolate.
Decoration Ingredients
- 2 cups green frosting For the football field decoration.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare two nine-inch round cake pans with nonstick spray.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
Baking
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
- Bake for 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Decoration
- While the cakes cool, prepare the green frosting for decoration.
- Decorate the cakes to resemble a football field with the green frosting.
Notes
For added flavor, consider mixing in a teaspoon of coffee granules or using high-quality chocolate chips. Store any leftover cookie cake in an airtight container for up to three days at room temperature or wrap and refrigerate for up to one week.