Description
These Halloween Chocolate Chip Cookies are a festive and delicious treat perfect for celebrating the spooky season. With classic chocolate chip goodness and Halloween-themed sprinkles, they’re a fun addition to any Halloween party or gathering.
Ingredients
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For the Cookie Dough:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar (67g)
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar (100g)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled (186g)
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips (semi-sweet, milk, or dark)
- 1/2–3/4 cup Halloween sprinkles (orange and black jimmies)
- Candy eyes (optional)
Instructions
- Make the Cookie Dough:
- In a large bowl, mix the melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth. Add vanilla extract and egg, mixing until fully incorporated.
- Add the flour, salt, and baking soda. Stir until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and Halloween sprinkles.
- Chill the Dough:
- Scoop dough into 2-tablespoon balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1.5 to 2 hours, or up to 24 hours.
- Bake the Cookies:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Arrange chilled dough balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 11-13 minutes, or until edges are golden and centers are still soft.
- Place candy eyes on warm cookies, if desired. Cool completely before serving.
Notes
- Chilling the Dough: Essential for preventing excessive spreading.
- Customization: Feel free to use different types of chocolate chips or sprinkles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 11-13 minutes per batch
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg