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Sprinkle Cookie Cake

July 24, 2012 by bblondie 74 Comments

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Oh boy, I’ve been itching to share this cake with you guys for what seems like an eternity.  From how it came about to the shimmering sprinkles around the trim, I’m all about this cookie cake!  Yes, I said cookie cake!  This pretty little party cake is made up entirely of sprinkle cookies and Italian meringue buttercream.  Sprinkle cookies turned into cake with buttercream and sprinkles…. I can’t take it!

Okay, so this all started a few weeks a go with a phone call from a client asking me to create a cookie cake for a birthday party.  The first thing that flashed in my head were those large cookie cakes you see in malls and that’s really not my thing.  However, my client then redeemed herself by saying she wanted a Meghan cookie cake.  This immediately peaked my interest, and well, it was time to create a Meghan cookie cake.

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I truly had no idea what I was going to come up with, but that day as I was photographing sprinkle cookies, it hit me.  Those sprinkle cookies are so ridiculously good and chewy, and if I made them a little bigger they would make an outrageous party cake!  This is normally the point where everything else would get put on the back burner so I could test my idea, but I had to wait.  I had to make about a kazillion cupcakes for a client in NY so that kind of needed my full attention.  You may have noticed on facebook and instagram that I was up to my eyeballs in buttercream 🙂

I’m happy to report the cupcakes were a huge hit at the baby shower, and I got back to Boston just in time to work on the cookie cake.  The one thing I want to stress about this cookie cake is that your cookie dough must be cold when it goes in the oven.  This way the cookies bake evenly, and you don’t wind up flinging anything when it’s time to assemble 😉  Another important point is to use a smooth satiny buttercream to frost it.  It will make your life much easier.  It’s also important to flip the top cookie upside down so you have a smooth surface to frost.

Sprinkle Cookie Cake

Once I frosted it, I finished it off with some shimmery sprinkles.  I have to admit I didn’t want to part with this one, but nothing beats seeing the look on someone’s face when they first see their cake. My client could not believe it was all cookies, and I got word yesterday that it was the talk of the party! As I was working on this cake I got about 25 other ideas, so I’ve got a feeling they’ll be some more cookie cakes in the future.  Enjoy!

Sprinkle Cookie Cake

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Sprinkle Cookie Cake

Ingredients

  • 5 (4 ounce) sprinkle cookies
  • 1 batch buttercream
  • food coloring
  • sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Make Sprinkle Cookie Dough
  2. Once it has chilled, portion cookie dough into 4 ounces each. I used 5 cookies to build the cake.
  3. CHILL cookie dough.
  4. Bake cookies at 325 degrees for 17-19 minutes. You will notice they poof a little in the middle & turn golden around the edges.
  5. Once they are completely cool stack them up layering with buttercream between each cookie.
  6. Frost cookie cake & decorate with sprinkles.

Notes

It is very important that the cookie dough is well chilled when it goes in the oven. This will ensure the cookies bake evenly making it easier to build your cake.

You want to serve this cake at room temp.

I recommend using a smooth buttercream such as Italian meringue for this cake. It will make your life easier.

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Comments

  1. Caroline Taylor says

    April 18, 2013 at 11:06 am

    This is amazing! I love what a surprise it must be when you eat it too.

    Reply
  2. Peggy says

    April 17, 2013 at 10:39 am

    What an awesome idea! Definitely a step above the normal cookie “cakes” that you find in the stores!

    Reply
  3. Debbie says

    January 30, 2013 at 12:40 am

    I was a 25 year pastry chef and I just wanted to compliment you on your beautifully decorated cake. Nice job. Will have to try your recipe.

    Reply
  4. Stacey says

    November 29, 2012 at 3:34 pm

    Hi – I love this idea and my daughter wants it for her birthday in December, unfortunately her twin brother not so much into rainbow sprinkles as she is. Can I substitute mini chocolate chips instead? or would just chocolate sprinkles work? Thanks in advance for your help 🙂

    Reply
    • bblondie says

      November 30, 2012 at 11:09 am

      Hi Stacey! I think you could use mini chocolate chips in place of the rainbow sprinkles. Chocolate sprinkles would be great too. Either way I think you’re good! Enjoy!

      Reply
  5. Roxana | Roxana's Home Baking says

    August 5, 2012 at 12:48 pm

    I’m crazy about sprinkle cake, just like a kid, but this cake, oh, this cake blows me away!
    You took a simple, lifeless cookie cake and made this masterpiece! Absolutely stunning Meghan!

    Reply
  6. Brooks at Cakewalker│The Sweet & Savory Collection says

    August 3, 2012 at 9:15 am

    Meghan, This gem is beautifully concocted from concept, to color and execution. I love how the satiny frosting preserves the cookie’s soft, chewy texture so that it works. Brava to you and your client for nudging you towards this spectacle!

    Reply
  7. Jennie @themessybakerblog says

    August 2, 2012 at 9:22 am

    This cookie cake is absolutely stunning! What a clever idea to layer cookies and frost them with buttercream. Way better than the average cookie sheet cake any day.

    Reply
  8. April says

    August 1, 2012 at 12:49 pm

    Wow, this cake is amazing! Cookies used as layers-pure genious!! I feel so many ideas brewing 🙂 And I LOVE your shiny sprinkles amazing!

    Reply
  9. I'm At Home Baking says

    August 1, 2012 at 9:22 am

    What a super cute cake! Love it 🙂

    Reply
  10. Happy When Not Hungry says

    July 31, 2012 at 9:08 pm

    Wow this cake is gorgeous! Love the cookie cake too. YUM!

    Reply
  11. Liz says

    July 31, 2012 at 8:59 pm

    WOW! Just stunning! I think I’d rather eat this one than any other kind of cake! Totally delish!

    Reply
    • bblondie says

      August 5, 2012 at 11:06 am

      Thanks Lizzy!

      Reply
  12. Baking Serendipity says

    July 31, 2012 at 8:28 pm

    This is fantastic! I embarrassingly love the flat mall cookie cakes, and can only imagine how perfect this would be 🙂

    Reply
    • bblondie says

      August 5, 2012 at 11:06 am

      Thank you! 🙂

      Reply
  13. Maureen @ Orgasmic Chef says

    July 31, 2012 at 7:56 pm

    I love your cookie cake idea! I’ll deliver if you will. 🙂

    Reply
    • bblondie says

      August 5, 2012 at 10:59 am

      Deal 🙂

      Reply
  14. Rachel says

    July 30, 2012 at 10:08 pm

    I don’t suppose you can ship to South Dakota? Such a gorgeous cake–I want to make one just to eat all by myself!

    Reply
  15. Gerry @ Foodness Gracious says

    July 29, 2012 at 1:38 am

    Wow a cookie cake, your insane lady 🙂 Fantastic idea and I love the new profile pic!

    Reply
  16. Stephanie @ Eat. Drink. Love. says

    July 29, 2012 at 12:42 am

    Meghan, this looks absolutely amazing!!!

    Reply
  17. RecipeNewZ says

    July 28, 2012 at 4:05 pm

    Gorgeous cake! And so simple! Thank you for sharing and have a yummy weekend 🙂

    Reply
  18. Blayre says

    July 26, 2012 at 11:32 pm

    Loving how beautiful this turned out! I honestly thought it was a cake for a second, then I read closer 🙂

    I’m super inspired by your story, I was reading through your About section. I am about to graduate with my bachelors from the Culinary Institute of America, and I just started my blog several months ago, so hopefully I will have as much success with it someday as you have with Buttercream Blondie!

    Best of luck to you in the future, and check out my blog if you get a chance!

    Blayre 🙂

    Reply
    • bblondie says

      August 5, 2012 at 10:58 am

      Thanks for stopping by Blayre & for your kind words! Congrats on your upcoming graduation!! Best of luck to you in your new career!

      Reply
  19. Amy @ fragrantvanillacake says

    July 26, 2012 at 10:06 pm

    This cake is so increadibly adorable! Love the sprinkles, the filling and the layers! Deliciousness all around :)!

    Reply
    • bblondie says

      August 5, 2012 at 10:56 am

      Thanks so much Amy!!

      Reply
  20. Cakewhiz says

    July 26, 2012 at 9:25 pm

    Oh meghan! This is so beautiful… Sprinkles make everything so pretty and i love how it’s a cookie cake rather than a regular cake 🙂

    Reply
    • bblondie says

      August 5, 2012 at 10:56 am

      Thank so much & I agree on the sprinkles!

      Reply
  21. Kim Bee says

    July 26, 2012 at 9:12 pm

    This is pure genius Meghan. I love that it’s a cookie cake. I love that it’s yellow. And I love the sprinkles.

    Reply
    • bblondie says

      August 5, 2012 at 10:55 am

      Thanks girl! I was originally going to do pink (shocker), but so happy with the yellow!

      Reply
  22. Anna @ hiddenponies says

    July 26, 2012 at 7:50 pm

    This is such a great idea, I like cookies much better than cake! So festive and fun!

    Reply
    • bblondie says

      August 5, 2012 at 10:54 am

      Thanks Ana!

      Reply
  23. Lily says

    July 26, 2012 at 6:15 pm

    Now I am really glad that I have encountered your recipe on foodbuzz. This is such a creative idea. The cake looks so lovely (for sure it tastes good). I already look forward to see the pictures resulting from your 25 other new ideas!

    Reply
    • bblondie says

      August 5, 2012 at 10:54 am

      Thank you for stopping by Lily & for your lovely comment! I can’t wait to see how all my other ideas pan out either 😉

      Reply
  24. Suzanne says

    July 26, 2012 at 5:35 pm

    I LOVE this idea! Thanks for sharing your gorgeous cookie cake. Can’t wait to try it!

    Reply
    • bblondie says

      August 5, 2012 at 10:52 am

      Thanks Suzanne!

      Reply
  25. Nicole says

    July 26, 2012 at 5:19 pm

    Wow! I’m facinated with your sophistication of the good ‘ole cookie! Love this idea, especially since it’s sprinkle cookies – I’m a sucker for sprinkles.

    Reply
    • bblondie says

      August 5, 2012 at 10:43 am

      Thanks Nicole! I’m all about sprinkles too 😉

      Reply
  26. Michelle Crawford says

    July 26, 2012 at 4:16 pm

    This looks amazing! Great job!! Sprinkles makes everything better! 🙂 I was wondering how big was the cake? The picture makes it look like it is an 8 inch approximately. Thanks so much! 🙂

    Reply
    • bblondie says

      July 26, 2012 at 10:01 pm

      Thanks Michelle! The cake measures a little under 6 inches.

      Reply
  27. Luciana says

    July 26, 2012 at 10:20 am

    Amazing cake! Congratulations on Today’s Top 9!

    Reply
    • bblondie says

      August 5, 2012 at 10:42 am

      Thanks Luciana!

      Reply
  28. Sandra says

    July 26, 2012 at 9:02 am

    Congratulations on Today’s Top 9!

    Reply
    • bblondie says

      August 5, 2012 at 10:42 am

      Thanks girl!

      Reply
  29. Emily @ Life on Food says

    July 26, 2012 at 8:21 am

    I was smiling before I even knew it was all cookies. Heavenly creation!

    Reply
    • bblondie says

      August 5, 2012 at 10:42 am

      Thank you Emily!

      Reply
  30. Becky says

    July 26, 2012 at 7:14 am

    Meghan,
    This cake is pure genius and gorgeous as well. You have raised cookies to another level. Congtats on the Top 9 today!

    Reply
    • bblondie says

      August 5, 2012 at 10:41 am

      Thanks so much Becky!

      Reply
  31. Aimee & Simon says

    July 26, 2012 at 6:43 am

    This is gorgeous! Congratulations on being in the top 9- we buzzed you!

    Reply
    • bblondie says

      August 5, 2012 at 10:41 am

      Thanks guys!

      Reply
  32. Hester @ Alchemy in the Kitchen says

    July 26, 2012 at 5:55 am

    Meghan, what a gorgeous unusual cake. It’s my birthday soon… Hint, hint 😉

    Reply
    • bblondie says

      August 5, 2012 at 10:41 am

      Thanks Hester & I will gladly whip one of these up for you!

      Reply
  33. Jen at The Three Little Piglets says

    July 26, 2012 at 2:19 am

    That is SO cute! I love the idea of the ones at the mall, but they always have that weird pre-made cookie dough taste…

    Reply
  34. Rachel @ Baked by Rachel says

    July 25, 2012 at 9:46 pm

    That’s way too pretty to eat! Great job.

    Reply
  35. Stephanie says

    July 25, 2012 at 12:28 pm

    This is incredible! Looks like a cake, tastes like cookies!

    Reply
  36. Sandra says

    July 25, 2012 at 11:57 am

    You my dear are a genius, what an original and creative idea. Big high 5!!!!

    Reply
  37. Chung-Ah | Damn Delicious says

    July 25, 2012 at 10:43 am

    A cake made entirely with cookies?! How amazing is that? I don’t think I could stop at one slice though!

    Reply
  38. Viviane Bauquet Farre says

    July 25, 2012 at 10:33 am

    I’m quite fond of the gentle yellow color with the lavender highlights. This cake has some serious sophistication to its lightness! Brava!

    Reply
  39. Jessica | Oh Cake says

    July 25, 2012 at 10:30 am

    I absolutely love the way your mind works! This is so creative and original. I can’t wait to see what else you come up with for cookie cakes!

    Reply
  40. amy @ fearless homemaker says

    July 25, 2012 at 10:29 am

    this looks absolutely gorgeous! you are just so creative, meghan! oh, + you sooo need to give me a tutorial on how you frost + decorate a cake so well. it looks amazing!

    Reply
  41. Jen @JuanitasCocina says

    July 25, 2012 at 10:14 am

    Oh mah gawsh! I am BLOWN away by your genius and by how simply adorable/yet beautiful this is. I want one!!!

    Reply
  42. Eftychia says

    July 25, 2012 at 9:22 am

    Beautiful work as always!

    Reply
  43. Medeja says

    July 24, 2012 at 8:37 pm

    Wow! It looks so cute! And cookie cake sounds just great! 🙂

    Reply
  44. Colleen, The Smart Cookie Cook says

    July 24, 2012 at 6:33 pm

    Oh my god! This is the greatest cake I’ve ever seen! The only thing I love more than cake is cookies, and this brings those two together! This is way better than those thin, giant cookie cakes at the mall like you mentioned; this is a REAL cake.

    Reply
    • bblondie says

      July 24, 2012 at 7:02 pm

      You’re so sweet, thanks girl! This cake has your name written all over it 😉

      Reply
  45. Emily @ A Very Sweet Life says

    July 24, 2012 at 4:41 pm

    What a fantastic idea! I’m sure you could use all sorts of flavors of cookies to make different cakes! I wonder how the cookies do when the cake is cut? Would they crumble or would the buttercream help keep them soft?

    Reply
    • bblondie says

      July 24, 2012 at 7:01 pm

      Thanks Emily! The reason this cake works really well is because the sprinkle cookies are soft & chewy to begin with. The buttercream does help to keep them soft so it cuts beautifully!

      Reply
  46. Erin @ Dinners, Dishes, and Desserts says

    July 24, 2012 at 3:55 pm

    OH my, I am trying this next birthday we have. My husband and son always want a cookie cake. I just make a large one similar to the ones in the mall, but this is so much better!

    Reply
    • bblondie says

      July 24, 2012 at 6:58 pm

      Thanks Erin! So happy you’re going to try it 🙂

      Reply
  47. ellenbcookery says

    July 24, 2012 at 3:05 pm

    This cake looks so good. You are one talented pastry chef! I love the colour of your butter cream and the sprinkles are decorated so perfectly. Love the look of the inside before the frosting too. MUST BE YUMMY!

    Reply
    • bblondie says

      July 24, 2012 at 6:57 pm

      You are too kind Ellen, thank you!

      Reply
  48. Cassie says

    July 24, 2012 at 2:33 pm

    I couldn’t wait to see this. I absolutely adore sprinkles!! I can’t wait to have some of this!

    Reply
    • bblondie says

      July 24, 2012 at 6:56 pm

      Thanks Cassie! Sprinkles make everything better!

      Reply

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