Halloween Double Chocolate Chip Cookies with a Spooky Monster-Eyed Twist
As the moon shines bright and the night of fright draws near, it’s time to stir up a batch of sinfully good double chocolate chip cookies with a Halloween twist. These decadent treats, loaded with rich cocoa and melty chocolate chips, are the perfect indulgence for any ghostly gathering or a cozy night in with your favorite horror flick. With their spooky eyes and gooey centers, these cookies are a bewitching addition to any Halloween spread. So preheat your oven, don your witch’s hat, and let’s bake a batch of these dark, chocolatey delights that are sure to vanish under the spell of your hungry Halloween guests!
Halloween Double Chocolate Chip Cookies
Yield: 20-24 cookies
Prep Time: 10-15 minutes
Bake Time: 12 minutes
Equipment
- 9×11 Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Hand Mixer
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ¾ cup dark brown sugar
- ¼ cup white granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Black food dye
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 ½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Candy eyeballs
Directions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Prepare a 9×11 baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
In a mixing bowl add the softened butter and white and brown sugars. Beat together for 2 minutes until combined. Add the egg and vanilla extract mixing once again until combined.
Add a hefty amount of black food gel or 5-6 food dye drops. Mix together adding more for a deeper shade of black.
Add in the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt all at once. Mix together with a hand mixer until a thick dough forms.
Add the milk and blend together again until smooth. Pour in the chocolate chips.
Fold together with a rubber spatula until combined.
Use a 2 inch scoop or 2 teaspoons full of cookie dough and place on the baking sheet. Place each cookie about 2 inches apart from each other.
Slightly press down each cookie with the palm of your hand.
Place the small and big candy eyeballs all over the front of each cookie. Leave little space between each eye as the cookies will spread a little when baking.
Bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes. Let cool for about 5 minutes.
Enjoy!
FAQs About Halloween Double Chocolate Chip Cookies
1. Can I use different types of chocolate chips in this recipe?
Absolutely! While semi-sweet chocolate chips are commonly used, feel free to get creative with white, dark, or even flavored chocolate chips to add an extra layer of surprise to your Halloween treats.
2. How can I make these cookies extra spooky for Halloween?
Consider adding extra Halloween-themed sprinkles, like orange and black sprinkles or sprinkle shapes. You could also add orange and brown M&Ms or Reeses Pieces on top along with the spooky eyes!
3. What’s the secret to getting a chewy center with a crisp edge in these cookies?
The key is to not overbake them. Pull the cookies out of the oven when they’re set around the edges but still soft in the center, and let them cool on the baking sheet to achieve that desirable texture.
Halloween Double Chocolate Chip Cookies
Indulge in the dark side with these irresistibly rich Halloween double chocolate chip cookies that are as spooky as they are scrumptious! Each bite is packed with gooey chocolate chips and a hint of Halloween magic, making them the ultimate treat for your ghoulish festivities.
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ¾ cup dark brown sugar
- ¼ cup white granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Black food dye
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 ½ cups semi sweet chocolate chips
- Candy eyeballs
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Prepare a 9x11 baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
In a mixing bowl add the softened butter and white and brown sugars. Beat together for 2 minutes until combined. Add the egg and vanilla extract mixing once again until combined.
Add a hefty amount of black food gel or 5-6 food dye drops. Mix together adding more for a deeper shade of black.
Add in the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt all at once. Mix together with a hand mixer until a thick dough forms.
Add the milk and blend together again until smooth. Pour in the chocolate chips.
Fold together with a rubber spatula until combined.
Use a 2 inch scoop or 2 teaspoons full of cookie dough and place on the baking sheet. Place each cookie about 2 inches apart from each other.
Slightly press down each cookie with the palm of your hand.
Place the small and big candy eyeballs all over the front of each cookie. Leave little space between each eye as the cookies will spread a little when baking.
Bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes. Let cool for about 5 minutes.
Enjoy!
