Cookie Monster Cake Jars (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Cake
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15 oz box white or vanilla cake mix
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Ingredients called for on cake mix box (typically eggs, oil, and water)
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10 Oreos, chopped (divided)
→ For the Blue Cookie Monster Frosting
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½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
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½ cup vegetable shortening
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3 cups powdered sugar
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2-3 tablespoons milk or coffee creamer
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 drop electric blue Americolor gel color
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2 drops royal blue Chef Masters gel color
→ For Assembly
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8-10 Oreos, chopped
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8-10 chocolate chip cookies, chopped
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8 candy eyes
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2 chocolate chip cookies, cut in half
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Blue ribbon (optional, for decorating jars)
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Glue dots (optional, for securing ribbon)
# Instructions:
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Follow the instructions on the cake mix box to prepare the batter. After mixing the batter, fold in about 5 chopped Oreos (half of the amount set aside for the cake).
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Pour the batter into the prepared pan(s) and bake according to the box instructions. Allow the cake to cool completely for at least 30 minutes before assembling.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the room temperature butter and vegetable shortening. Mix until smooth and well incorporated.
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Add one cup of powdered sugar and the vanilla extract to the butter mixture. Mix until fully combined, starting with a low speed then increasing to medium speed.
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Add the remaining two cups of powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons of milk (or coffee creamer), and both gel food colorings. Mix starting on low speed and increase gradually to high. Beat for 2-3 minutes.
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Test the silkiness of the frosting with a spoon. If it's not smooth enough, add one more tablespoon of milk, then beat on medium-high for 4-5 more minutes to create a fluffy, easy-to-pipe frosting.
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Add the blue frosting to a piping bag fitted with tip 1M or your preferred piping tip. Have your mason jars, chopped cookies, cake, and decorations ready for assembly.
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Add 1-2 scoops of crumbled cake into each mason jar. Use the back of the scoop to gently press it down to create a compact layer.
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Pipe frosting directly on top of the cake layer. Top with a sprinkle of chopped chocolate chip cookies and chopped Oreo cookies.
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Add another scoop of cake, followed by frosting, then cookies. Repeat once more if there is space in the jar. End with a decorative swirl of blue frosting on top.
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Press two candy eyeballs into the top frosting layer. Add half of a chocolate chip cookie (positioned as the mouth) below the eyes to create Cookie Monster's face.
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For a finishing touch, wrap blue ribbon around the rim of each jar, securing it with glue dots.
# Notes:
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These can be made 1-2 days ahead and stored in the refrigerator
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Use small mason jars or clear plastic cups for individual servings
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For a shortcut version, use store-bought frosting tinted blue
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Perfect for Cookie Monster themed birthday parties or as edible party favors