Halloween Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

Introduction

These Halloween Chocolate Chip Cookies are a festive twist on a classic treat, packed with melty chocolate chips and colorful sprinkles. Perfect for spooky celebrations or a sweet seasonal snack, they’re easy to make and fun to decorate.

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 to 3/4 cup Halloween sprinkles
• Candy eyes (optional)

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, mix the melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth and well combined.
2. Step 2: Add the vanilla extract and egg, mixing until incorporated.
3. Step 3: Stir in the flour, salt, and baking soda on low speed until the ingredients start to come together. Increase the speed and mix for another 15-30 seconds until smooth, scraping down the bowl sides as needed. Avoid over-mixing.
4. Step 4: Gently fold in the chocolate chips and Halloween sprinkles using a spatula or large spoon.
5. Step 5: Drop 2-tablespoon portions of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
6. Step 6: Cover the dough balls with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 1.5 to 2 hours, or up to 24 hours.
7. Step 7: When ready, preheat your oven to 350℉ (175℃).
8. Step 8: Arrange the chilled dough balls about 2 inches apart on a parchment-lined or silicone mat baking sheet.
9. Step 9: Bake for 11-13 minutes, until the edges are golden brown.
10. Step 10: If using candy eyes, immediately press them onto the warm cookies straight from the oven.
11. Step 11: Allow the cookies to cool before enjoying your festive Halloween treat.

Tips & Variations

• For extra flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon or pumpkin spice to the dough.
• Swap regular chocolate chips for white or orange-colored chips to match the holiday theme.
• Use festive Halloween sprinkles like bats, pumpkins, or ghosts for added fun.
• Chilling the dough firm helps maintain shape and improves texture.

Storage

Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. You can also freeze baked cookies for up to 3 months. To reheat, warm cookies in a low oven or microwave briefly to restore their softness.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I bake the cookies without chilling the dough?

While you can bake immediately, chilling helps the cookies hold their shape and enhances flavor and texture, resulting in a better cookie.

What can I use instead of candy eyes?

If you don’t have candy eyes, chocolate chips or small candies can be a fun substitute to decorate your Halloween cookies.

Halloween Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

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These Halloween Chocolate Chip Cookies are a festive twist on the classic treat, featuring colorful Halloween sprinkles and optional candy eyes for a spooky touch. Soft and chewy with melty chocolate chips in every bite, these cookies are perfect for celebrations or a fun seasonal snack.

• Author: Elias
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 12 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours 15 minutes (includes chilling time)
• Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/3 cup granulated sugar (67g)
• 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar (100g)
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled (186g)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

Add-ins

• 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips
• 1/2 to 3/4 cup Halloween sprinkles
• Candy eyes (optional)

Instructions

1. Mix Wet Ingredients: Add melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar to a bowl and mix until smooth and combined.
2. Add Egg and Vanilla: Mix in the vanilla extract and egg, continuing to blend until fully incorporated.
3. Combine Dry Ingredients: Add the flour, salt, and baking soda and mix on low speed until just starting to combine. Then increase speed and mix for another 15-30 seconds until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed. Avoid over-mixing to keep the dough tender.
4. Fold in Add-ins: Gently fold in the Halloween sprinkles and chocolate chips using a spatula or large spoon.
5. Portion Dough: Place 2-tablespoon balls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. The spacing does not need to be precise at this stage.
6. Chill Dough: Cover the dough balls with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1.5 to 2 hours, or up to 24 hours, to firm up before baking.
7. Preheat Oven: When ready to bake, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
8. Arrange Dough for Baking: Transfer dough balls to a baking sheet lined with parchment or a silicone mat, spacing about 2 inches apart.
9. Bake Cookies: Bake for 11-13 minutes, or until the edges turn golden.
10. Add Candy Eyes: Immediately after removing from the oven, press candy eyes onto the warm cookies if using.
11. Cool and Serve: Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet before enjoying.

Notes

• Chilling the dough before baking helps control spread and enhances flavor.
• Do not overmix the dough to keep cookies soft and tender.
• The optional candy eyes add a fun Halloween themed decoration.
• You can store chilled dough in the fridge up to 24 hours before baking.
• Cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.

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