Halloween Monster Cookies

Directions

1. Set your oven to 350°F and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
2. Combine the flour, baking soda, salt, and baking powder in a large bowl, then set this mixture aside.
3. Using a separate bowl, cream together the butter, cream cheese, and sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy.
4. Incorporate the vanilla extract, one egg, and 2-3 drops of purple gel food coloring, beating thoroughly to blend.
5. Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet, mixing until everything is fully combined. If the dough becomes too stiff for the mixer, use a spoon to work in the remaining flour.
6. Take heaping tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll them into balls, and then roll each ball in Halloween sprinkles, ensuring the bottom remains uncovered by sprinkles.
7. Arrange the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, gently flatten each with the bottom of a cup, and then press candy eyes into the tops.
8. Place the cookies in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the bottoms just start to brown.
9. After baking, let the cookies rest on the sheet for five minutes, then move them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.