Cookie Cake Decorating Ideas
Cookie cakes are fun, versatile, and stress-free desserts that turn any celebration into a memory. With simple decorating techniques, you can create a treat that feels festive, personal, and joyful for kids and adults alike.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls
- Round Cake Pan
- Whisk or Mixer
- Piping Bag with Tips
Ingredients
Cookie Cake Base
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour swap with gluten-free flour if needed
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups chocolate chips or M&Ms, white chocolate, or nuts
Frosting & Decorating
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2-3 tbsp milk or cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Food coloring optional
- Sprinkles, candies, or chocolate drizzle for decoration
Instructions
- Prepare the cookie dough by mixing butter, sugars, eggs, and vanilla. Add flour, baking soda, and salt, then fold in chocolate chips.
- Press dough into a round cake pan and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20–25 minutes until golden brown. Cool completely before decorating.
- Make frosting by beating butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until fluffy. Add food coloring if desired.
- Pipe a frosting border around the edge of the cooled cookie cake.
- Add sprinkles, candies, or a chocolate drizzle inside the border for decoration.
- Write a message or design using colored frosting.
- Slice into wedges like a pizza and serve.
Notes
Cookie cakes are perfect for birthdays, holidays, or simple gatherings. For a professional look, plan your design ahead and pipe borders neatly. Store decorated cake in the fridge for up to 1 day.