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Scary Monster Cookies Recipe: Bake Fun and Spooky Treats!

Scary Monster Cookies Recipe


  • Author: Louna
  • Total Time: 32 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A fun and spooky cookie recipe perfect for Halloween or playful occasions, featuring vibrant colors and silly candy eyes.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (226 g)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (200 g)
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed (220 g)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour (360 g)
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chocolate chips (170 g)
  • 1 cup candy eyes (about 100 g)
  • 1 cup colorful candy pieces (like M&M’s or sprinkles) (150 g)
  • 1/2 cup candy corn (optional, for decoration) (60 g)
  • Food coloring (green and orange, as desired)

Instructions

  1. Gather all your ingredients.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then add the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
  6. If desired, divide the dough and add food coloring to create different colors.
  7. Fold in the chocolate chips, candy eyes, and colorful candy pieces.
  8. Drop rounded balls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie.
  9. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
  10. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
  11. Decorate with candy corn if desired and enjoy!

Notes

  • Ensure butter is softened but not melted.
  • Do not overmix the dough to avoid tough cookies.
  • Use a kitchen scale for accurate measurements.
  • Check oven temperature for even baking.
  • Allow cookies to cool properly before moving them.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 100mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Scary Monster Cookies, Halloween Cookies, Fun Cookies, Spooky Treats