Cookie "Cake"

Right after Christmas, our family took a trip to the mall. You know, to check out the sales. It had been several years since we had been to an American mall, so everyone was excited about it. But, I guess we are too frugal for the mall because my husband is the only one of us that made a purchase. And that was a 70% off fleece jacket. A good deal, but it was not worth the trip, in my opinion. While at the mall though, my oldest saw a cookie stand that had pizza size cookies that were decorated like birthday cakes. Well, that is exactly what My Birthday Girl requested for her Polar Bear Birthday Party this weekend. Instead of ordering a pricy cookie from the mall, I made one myself and my husband decorated it (sorry honey, your secret it out!). Our birthday girl was pleased and so were her friends.

Cookie “Cake” Recipe

Prepare chocolate chip cookie dough like the Toll House recipe found on the back of the chocolate chip package. On a 15 inch round baking pan, spread 2/3 of the dough. Spread it to ½ inch thickness, leaving one inch of space around the edge for expansion. Bake at 350˚ for 10-15 minutes or until golden. (Watch this carefully, as every oven is different.) Cool completely, and decorate with frosting and candy or sprinkles. Cut like pizza and serve.

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