Halloween Monster Cookies

Transform your baking session into a spooky delight with these Halloween Monster Cookies! Packed with rich cocoa flavor and playful candy decorations, they are perfect for any frightful gathering.

94 min Serves 12 Medium American

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These Halloween Monster Cookies combine a rich cocoa base with colorful M&M's and adorable candy eyes for a festive treat. By chilling the dough and carefully placing the decorations, you create visually striking cookies that are as fun to make as they are to eat.

Directions

Set your oven to 350°F and prepare a baking tray by lining it with parchment paper.

In a medium-sized bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and kosher salt using a whisk.

In a separate large bowl, beat the room-temperature butter, granulated sugar, egg, and vanilla extract on medium speed for at least 3 minutes until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy, scraping the sides as necessary.

Gradually incorporate the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing only until combined. Then, fold in the plain M&M's, saving a handful for decoration.

Cover the bowl and chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.

Scoop out 2-tablespoon portions of dough and shape them into balls. Arrange them on the prepared tray, ensuring they are spaced at least 2 inches apart. Press the reserved M&M's onto the tops if desired.

Bake the cookies for 12 to 14 minutes.

While the cookies are still warm, press the candy eyes into each one, gently nudging them to adhere. Add extra M&M's at this stage if you wish.