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Cookie Monster Cake Jars

Cookie Monster Cake Jars: Fun Layered Treats for Everyone

Delight in whimsical Cookie Monster Cake Jars with layers of vanilla cake, Oreo pieces, and vibrant blue frosting.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 jars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box Vanilla Cake Mix Swap for chocolate cake mix if desired.
  • 3 large Eggs Use fresh eggs for best texture.
  • 1/2 cup Oil
  • 1 cup Water
  • 10 Oreos, chopped Infuses chocolatey goodness.
For the Frosting
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter, room temperature Margarine works as a dairy-free alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Shortening Substitute with more butter if preferred.
  • 3 cups Powdered Sugar Use a sugar substitute for a lower-sugar option.
  • 2-3 tbsp Milk or Coffee Creamer Almond or coconut milk is perfect for dairy-free.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Opt for clear vanilla for a brighter blue frosting.
  • to preference Food Coloring (Electric Blue/Americolor) Adjust the amount for your preferred shade.
For Assembly
  • 8-10 Chopped Chocolate Chip Cookies Use any cookie variety you love!
  • 8 Candy Eyes Essential for the whimsical touch!
  • 4 Chocolate Chip Cookies, cut in half For the mouth feature.
  • 1 Blue Ribbon Optional decoration.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • cake pan
  • piping bag
  • mason jars

Method
 

Steps
  1. Prepare the Cake Batter by mixing the cake mix, eggs, oil, and water until smooth. Fold in 5 chopped Oreos. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Bake the Cake: Pour batter into a greased cake pan and bake for 25-30 minutes. Let cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely for 30 minutes.
  3. Make the Frosting: Beat together the butter and shortening until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla, then mix in milk or coffee creamer until fluffy.
  4. Prepare Jars for Assembly: Crumble cooled cake into the bottom of each jar to create a firm base.
  5. Assemble the Layers: Pipe a layer of blue frosting over the cake. Add a layer of chopped cookies. Repeat layers until jars are filled.
  6. Finish with Decoration: Pipe a swirl of blue frosting on top. Place candy eyes and a chocolate chip cookie half to create a fun Cookie Monster face.
  7. Present and Serve: Optionally wrap jars with blue ribbon. Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Add cookie garnishes just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1jarCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Cool the cake completely before assembling and consider prepping a day in advance for flavor development.

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