Feast your eyes on the ultimate show-stopping dessert that is sure to delight both kids and adults alike – the Cookie Monster Cake Philippines! This whimsical creation combines the classic flavors of chocolate chip cookies with a fun and playful design that will have everyone reaching for seconds. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply craving a sweet treat, this cake is guaranteed to steal the spotlight at any gathering.
Title: Cookie Monster Cake Philippines
Ingredients:
– 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1 cup light brown sugar
– 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 3 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup buttermilk
– 1 cup chocolate chips
– Blue gel food coloring
– Mini chocolate chip cookies
– Candy eyes
– Blue buttercream frosting
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk, until everything is well combined.
6. Fold in the chocolate chips.
7. Add a few drops of blue gel food coloring to the batter, adjusting until you reach your desired shade of blue.
8. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops with a spatula.
9. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
10. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Assembling the Cake:
1. Once the cakes have cooled, level the tops with a serrated knife if necessary.
2. Place one cake layer on a serving platter and spread a layer of blue buttercream frosting on top.
3. Carefully place the second cake layer on top and frost the entire cake with the remaining blue buttercream, creating a smooth finish.
4. Decorate the cake by pressing mini chocolate chip cookies into the frosting around the base of the cake to create Cookie Monster’s fur.
5. Place two candy eyes near the top of the cake and use additional blue frosting to create a mouth below the eyes.
6. For an extra touch, crumble some cookies on top of the cake to resemble Cookie Monster’s cookie crumbs.
This Cookie Monster Cake Philippines is not only a visual delight but also a scrumptious dessert that will have everyone talking. The moist and flavorful cake layers paired with the playful decoration make it a perfect centerpiece for any celebration. So, gather your loved ones and get ready to indulge in a slice of whimsical sweetness that is as fun to make as it is to eat!
