Halloween Chocolate Chip Cookies (Printable Recipe)
Fun Halloween cookies with candy eyes and sprinkles. Ready in 10 minutes with simple ingredients.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Cookie Base
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2¼ cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 cup unsalted butter, melted
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¾ cup granulated sugar
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¾ cup packed light brown sugar
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1 large egg
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
→ Mix-ins and Decorations
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1½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
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¼ cup Halloween sprinkles (orange and black jimmies)
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Candy eyes for decoration
# Steps to Follow:
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In a large mixing bowl, combine melted butter with both granulated and brown sugars until smooth. Add egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well incorporated.
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Add flour, baking soda, and salt to the wet ingredients. Mix on low speed until just combined, scraping bowl sides as needed. Avoid overmixing.
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Using a spatula, gently fold in chocolate chips and Halloween sprinkles until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
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Using an ice cream scoop, portion dough into 2-tablespoon balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1.5 to 2 hours.
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Preheat oven to 350°F. Arrange chilled dough balls 2 inches apart on parchment-lined baking sheets. Bake for 11-13 minutes until edges are golden brown.
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Immediately upon removing from oven, gently press candy eyes into hot cookies. Allow to cool completely on baking sheets.
# Extra Tips:
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Measure flour using the spoon-and-level method to avoid adding excess flour
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Chilling the dough is essential to prevent excessive spreading during baking
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Apply candy eyes while cookies are still hot for proper adhesion
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Dough can be prepared up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerated