Get ready to spook your taste buds with Halloween Chocolate Chip Cookies, a festive cookie treat that’s chewy, chocolatey, and bursting with Halloween flair. Perfect for parties, trick-or-treating, or cozy fall evenings, these spooky baked goodies are easy to make and kid-friendly. Create this holiday baking delight and savor the sweet, festive joy of festive cookie treats!
Why You’ll Love Halloween Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Festive Fun: Colorful candies for spooky baked goodies.
- Chewy Texture: Soft centers with crispy festive cookie treat edges.
- Easy to Make: Simple ingredients for holiday baking delights.
- Kid-Approved: Perfect for family-friendly spooky baked goodies.
- Make-Ahead: Freezes well for festive cookie treats anytime.
Ingredients for Halloween Chocolate Chip Cookies
Here’s what you need for these festive cookie treats (makes ~24 cookies):
- 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (200g) brown sugar, packed
- ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1½ tsp vanilla extract
- 2¾ cups (330g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1½ cups (270g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup (200g) Halloween-colored M&Ms or candy-coated chocolates
- Optional: Candy eyeballs, Halloween sprinkles
Equipment
- Electric mixer (hand or stand)
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Rubber spatula
- Cookie scoop (optional)
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Wire cooling rack
Ingredient Tips
- Butter: Softened for creamy holiday baking delights.
- M&Ms: Halloween colors for vibrant spooky baked goodies.
- Chocolate Chips: Semi-sweet for balanced festive cookie treats.
- Flour: All-purpose for perfect holiday baking delight texture.
- Candy Eyes: Add spooky charm to festive cookie treats.
Directions for Halloween Chocolate Chip Cookies
Let’s make these spooky baked goodies—chewy, festive perfection!
Prep Dough
- I preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment.
- In a large bowl, I cream 1 cup butter, 1 cup brown sugar, and ½ cup granulated sugar with a mixer for 2–3 minutes until fluffy for a smooth holiday baking delight.
Add Wet Ingredients
- I add 2 eggs and 1½ tsp vanilla, mixing until combined for a rich festive cookie treat base.
Mix Dry Ingredients
- In another bowl, I whisk 2¾ cups flour, 1 tsp baking soda, and ½ tsp salt.
- I gradually add this to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined to avoid tough spooky baked goodies.
Add Mix-Ins and Bake
- I fold in 1½ cups chocolate chips and 1 cup Halloween M&Ms, reserving some for topping.
- I scoop 2-tbsp dough balls, place them on the baking sheet, and press reserved candies and optional sprinkles or candy eyes on top.
- I bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden, cooling 5 minutes on the sheet before transferring to a rack for perfect festive cookie treats.
Nutrition
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10–15 minutes
- Total Time: ~25–30 minutes
- Yield: ~24 cookies
- Calories: ~200–220 kcal per cookie
- Macros per Cookie: 25g carbs, 3g protein, 10g fat, 1g fiber
Variations for Halloween Chocolate Chip Cookies
Try these spins on this festive cookie treat:
- Chip Swap: Use white chocolate chips for sweet spooky baked goodies.
- Spooky Twist: Add crushed Oreos for a graveyard holiday baking delight.
- Spiced Option: Mix in pumpkin spice, inspired by LaylaCooks’ Mexican Street Corn Brussels Sprouts, for warm festive cookie treats.
- Sandwich Style: Fill with orange buttercream for vibrant spooky baked goodies.
- Gluten-Free: Use 1:1 gluten-free flour for holiday baking delights.
Serving Ideas:
- Pair with LaylaCooks’ Cucumber Blueberry Feta Salad for a fresh contrast.
- Serve with LaylaCooks’ Vanilla Raspberry Iced Latte for a cool drink.
- Enjoy with LaylaCooks’ The Best Peach Sorbet for a sweet finish.
Storage
I store festive cookie treats in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. For freezing, I store baked cookies in a freezer-safe bag for up to 2 months or freeze scooped dough balls, baking from frozen with 1–2 extra minutes for fresh spooky baked goodies.
Serving Tips
- Presentation: Arrange holiday baking delights on a Halloween-themed tray.
- Garnish: Add sprinkles for vibrant festive cookie treats.
- Pairing: Enjoy with LaylaCooks’ Cucumber Mint Agua Fresca or hot cocoa.
- Portion Size: 1–2 cookies per person for spooky baked goodies.
- Occasions: Perfect for Halloween parties, bake sales, or fall snacks.
FAQs About Halloween Chocolate Chip Cookies
Here are answers to common questions about this dish:
Can I use pre-made dough?
Yes, add Halloween candies for quick festive cookie treats.
Can I freeze the cookies?
Yes, freeze baked or dough for 2 months for holiday baking delights.
What candies work best?
Halloween M&Ms or candy eyes for spooky baked goodies.
Can I make them gluten-free?
Use 1:1 gluten-free flour for festive cookie treats.
What pairs well?
Milk or fruit salad complements holiday baking delights.
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- Cookie Dough Brownies
- Fudgy Mint Chocolate No-Bake Cookies
- White Chocolate and Pistachio Blondies
Conclusion
Halloween Chocolate Chip Cookies are a spooky, sweet hit. These festive cookie treats, with their chewy texture and vibrant candies, are perfect for Halloween fun. Create this holiday baking delight and enjoy the delicious, festive joy of spooky baked goodies!
Halloween Chocolate Chip Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup 226g unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup 200g brown sugar, packed
- ½ cup 100g granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1½ tsp vanilla extract
- 2¾ cups 330g all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1½ cups 270g semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup 200g Halloween-colored M&Ms or candy-coated chocolates
- Optional: Candy eyeballs Halloween sprinkles
Instructions
Prep Dough
- I preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment. In a large bowl, I cream 1 cup butter, 1 cup brown sugar, and ½ cup granulated sugar with a mixer for 2–3 minutes until fluffy for a smooth holiday baking delight.
Add Wet Ingredients
- I add 2 eggs and 1½ tsp vanilla, mixing until combined for a rich festive cookie treat base.
Mix Dry Ingredients
- In another bowl, I whisk 2¾ cups flour, 1 tsp baking soda, and ½ tsp salt. I gradually add this to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined to avoid tough spooky baked goodies.
Add Mix-Ins and Bake
- I fold in 1½ cups chocolate chips and 1 cup Halloween M&Ms, reserving some for topping. I scoop 2-tbsp dough balls, place them on the baking sheet, and press reserved candies and optional sprinkles or candy eyes on top. I bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden, cooling 5 minutes on the sheet before transferring to a rack for perfect festive cookie treats.
Notes
- Don’t overbake; cookies should look slightly underdone in the center.
- Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and overbrowning.
- Chill dough for 30 minutes for thicker cookies if desired.
- Customize with candy eyes, themed sprinkles, or Halloween Oreos.
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