Description
Dark Chocolate Halloween Cookies combine rich cocoa flavor with festive decorations, perfect for spooky season treats.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup dark or black cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder (optional)
- 1 1/2 cups dark chocolate chips
- Festive add-ins: candy eyes, orange & purple sprinkles, white chocolate chips, or candy-coated chocolates
Instructions
- Cream softened butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, dark cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, and espresso powder (if using).
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture until combined.
- Fold in dark chocolate chips and festive decorations.
- Scoop dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart.
- Chill dough for at least 30 minutes if too soft.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 9–11 minutes until edges are set but centers are slightly soft.
- Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
Avoid overbaking to keep centers fudgy. Use dark or black cocoa for the richest flavor and spooky dark color.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American