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Halloween Cookies

Halloween Cookies

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Indulge in the festive spirit of Halloween with these delightful Halloween cookies! Featuring an extra chocolatey black velvet flavor, vibrant decorations, and playful candy eyeballs, these treats are perfect for any spooky gathering. Whether you’re hosting a haunted party or enjoying a cozy night in, these cookies will impress both kids and adults alike. Their rich cocoa base combined with colorful M&Ms and sprinkles makes them not only delicious but visually appealing too. Plus, with simple ingredients and easy steps, baking these enchanting cookies is as much fun as eating them!

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/4 cups (156 g) all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
  • 5 tbsp (35 g) black cocoa powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup (168 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup (165 g) light brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated white sugar
  • 2 egg yolks, at room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup (170 g) Halloween M&Ms
  • 3 tbsp (36 g) Halloween jimmies
  • Candy eyeballs for decoration

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, black cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream together softened butter with light brown sugar and granulated sugar until fluffy.
  4. Add egg yolks and vanilla to the butter mixture and mix until pale.
  5. Gradually mix in dry ingredients until just combined.
  6. Fold in Halloween M&Ms gently using a rubber spatula.
  7. Scoop dough onto prepared sheets, spacing them two inches apart; add extra candies on top if desired.
  8. Bake for 10-11 minutes until set but still soft in the center; let cool before serving.

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