Description
This Halloween chocolate cookies recipe is the perfect treat for your spooky celebrations. Made with rich cocoa powder and decorated with fun Halloween-themed designs like spiders or ghosts, these cookies are not only delicious but also fun to make. Whether you’re hosting a party or just enjoying some festive fun, these chocolate cookies are a must-try. Customize with colorful sprinkles or candies for added holiday flair!
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Halloween sprinkles or candies (optional for decoration)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream butter and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the baking sheet, about 2 inches apart.
- Flatten slightly and decorate with Halloween sprinkles or candies.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are set. Let cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- Use a cookie cutter to shape the dough into spooky designs like pumpkins, bats, or ghosts.
- For added fun, drizzle with orange or green icing once cooled.
- Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg