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Halloween Cookies

Halloween Cookies
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Get ready to delight your guests with these delicious Halloween Cookies! Bursting with a rich black velvet flavor, these cookies feature vibrant decorations like Halloween-themed M&Ms, colorful sprinkles, and whimsical candy eyeballs. Perfect for any Halloween gathering or a cozy night in, this easy-to-follow recipe ensures that bakers of all skill levels can create a spooky treat that’s both fun and festive. With a total yield of 17 cookies, they make an ideal shareable dessert for parties or family gatherings. So roll up your sleeves and dive into this delightful baking adventure!

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
  • extra Halloween M&Ms and jimmies for decoration

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together all-purpose flour, black cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
  3. In a separate large bowl, cream softened butter with light brown sugar and granulated sugar using an electric mixer until fluffy.
  4. Add egg yolks and vanilla extract to the mixture and beat until pale and fluffy.
  5. Gradually mix in dry ingredients until just combined.
  6. Fold in Halloween M&Ms and sprinkles gently.
  7. Using a cookie scoop, place dough balls on the prepared sheets, spacing them apart. Decorate with extra M&Ms and candy eyeballs as desired.
  8. Bake for 10-11 minutes until set but soft in the center. Cool on the baking sheet for five minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

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