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Halloween Cookies with M&M Details

Halloween Cookies with M&M Details
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These Halloween Cookies with M&M Details combine a soft, chewy cookie base with colorful festive M&M candies, creating a fun and flavorful treat perfect for Halloween parties, school events, and cozy gatherings. Easy to make and customizable, they offer a perfect balance of softness inside and a slight crisp edge with vibrant pops of candy color in every bite.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Decorations

  • 1 1/2 cups Halloween-themed M&M’s candies

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prep: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lining baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats to ensure even baking and easy cleanup.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to combine. Set aside for later incorporation with wet ingredients.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugars: Using a mixer, beat the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. This is essential for a tender cookie texture.
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Mix in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully blended before adding the next, then stir in the vanilla extract until well combined.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently just until incorporated. Avoid overmixing to keep the cookies soft and chewy.
  6. Fold in M&M Details: Gently fold in the Halloween-themed M&M candies, reserving a small handful to press on top of each cookie for decorative effect.
  7. Shape and Bake: Drop cookie dough by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Press the reserved M&Ms gently on top of each cookie dough ball. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges turn golden.
  8. Cool and Enjoy: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely. This prevents overbaking and maintains softness.

Notes

  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes to reduce spreading and create thicker cookies.
  • Use fresh, bright-colored M&Ms to maintain vibrant festive looks after baking.
  • Do not overmix the dough to preserve a tender texture.
  • Leave enough spacing between cookies on the sheet to prevent merging during baking.
  • Monitor baking time closely to avoid overbaking and hard cookies.

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Keywords: Halloween cookies, M&M cookies, festive cookies, soft cookies, spooky treats, colorful cookies

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