Description
Delightful Halloween Chocolate Chip Cookies that combine spooky fun with delicious flavors, perfect for celebrating the Halloween season.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar (67 g)
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar (100 g)
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled (186 g))
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips
- 1/2-3/4 cup Halloween sprinkles
- Candy eyes (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the melted butter with both the brown sugar and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully integrated.
- Gradually add the flour, salt, and baking soda, mixing on low speed until combined, then increase speed for 15-30 seconds until smooth.
- Fold in the Halloween sprinkles and chocolate chips.
- Scoop about two tablespoons of dough onto a lined baking sheet, then cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1.5 to 2 hours (up to 24 hours for deeper flavor).
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Arrange chilled dough balls on a lined baking sheet 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 11-13 minutes until edges are golden.
- If using, add candy eyes immediately after removing from oven.
- Cool the cookies before enjoying!
Notes
For chewy cookies, avoid over-mixing and chill the dough adequately. You can experiment with various chocolate types or add other mix-ins.