Description
These Halloween Chocolate Chip Cookies are festive, kid-friendly treats perfect for celebrating the spooky season. Loaded with semi-sweet chocolate chips, Halloween-colored M&M’s, and seasonal sprinkles, these soft and chewy cookies bring a delightful mix of classic flavors and fun holiday colors. Easy to prepare and bake, they make an ideal dessert for Halloween parties or as a sweet seasonal snack.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
Add-ins and Decorations
- 1 ½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ¾ cup Halloween-colored M&M’s or candy-coated chocolates
- ¼ cup Halloween-themed sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheets: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, creating a smooth base for the dough.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Incorporate the eggs one at a time into the creamed mixture, beating well after each addition to maintain a smooth texture. Then, mix in the vanilla extract for flavor.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agent and seasoning.
- Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined to avoid overworking the dough, which keeps the cookies tender.
- Fold in Mix-Ins: Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips, Halloween M&M’s, and Halloween-themed sprinkles so they are evenly dispersed throughout the dough.
- Portion the Dough: Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing the cookies about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes or until the edges turn lightly golden, signaling that the cookies are cooked through but still soft in the center.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes to firm up before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, which helps them set and prevents breakage.
Notes
- For extra festive cookies, press a few additional M&M’s and sprinkles on top of each cookie before baking to enhance their colorful appearance.
- Dough can be made ahead and chilled in the refrigerator for up to 48 hours; chilling improves flavor and texture by allowing the ingredients to meld.