Description

Easy Halloween Cookies are chewy, buttery, and full of festive flair! Loaded with Halloween M&M’s and candy eyes, these fun cookies are perfect for spooky celebrations and quick to make with simple ingredients. A must-try holiday baking idea!

Ingredients

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2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour

1 tsp cornstarch (optional)

½ tsp baking soda

½ tsp salt

¾ cup unsalted butter, melted

1 cup packed light brown sugar

½ cup granulated sugar

1 large egg

1 egg yolk

2 tsp vanilla extract

1 cup Halloween M&M’s

¼ cup Halloween sprinkles with candy eyes

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Instructions

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, optional cornstarch, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment (or using a hand mixer), beat the melted butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy—about 4 minutes. Pause occasionally to scrape down the bowl.
Add the whole egg, extra egg yolk, and vanilla extract. Beat on medium until fully combined—this usually takes around 20–30 seconds.
Reduce mixer speed to low. Gradually add the flour mixture, mixing just until incorporated—don’t overmix to avoid tough cookies.
Remove bowl from mixer. With a rubber spatula or wooden spoon, gently fold in the Halloween M&M’s and sprinkles (reserve a few for topping if desired).
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap. Chill in refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or up to overnight. Chilling helps the dough firm up and flavor to deepen.
When ready to bake, preheat oven to 350 °F (about 175 °C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Using a medium cookie scoop (or spoon), portion the chilled dough into heaping tablespoon-sized balls. Roll into balls and place on the baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart (cookies will spread).
Bake for about 12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden but centers still look a bit soft.
While cookies are warm (just out of oven), press a few extra candy eyes and M&M’s on top for a decorative touch. Let cookies cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Chill dough to prevent spreading.

Freeze dough or baked cookies for up to 3 months.

Add extra candy eyes after baking for best presentation.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 201 kcal
Sugar: 20 g
Carbohydrates: 30 g
Protein: 2 g