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🎃 The Best Halloween Chocolate Chip Cookies 👻🍪

Name: 🎃 The Best Halloween Chocolate Chip Cookies 👻🍪
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 2 h 22 min
Yield: 24
Ingredients: 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted; 1/3 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar; 1 large egg; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour spooned and leveled; 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips; 1/2 cup 1/2-3/4 halloween sprinkles; candy eyes optional

Jessica Carter October 26, 2025

Servings: 24 Total Time: 2 hrs 22 mins Difficulty: Beginner

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Celebrate spooky season with a batch of these irresistible Halloween Chocolate Chip Cookies! Soft, chewy, and filled with gooey chocolate chips, they’re decorated with candy eyes and festive orange-and-black sprinkles for that perfect Halloween touch.

Ready in minutes and made in one bowl, these cookies are as fun to bake as they are to eat a sweet, spooky treat that’ll delight kids and adults alike!

❤️ Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Easy & Quick – Less than 10 minutes of prep, one bowl, and no mixer required thanks to melted butter.
Delicious Texture – Crispy on the outside, soft and chewy on the inside.
Fun & Festive – Decorate with Halloween sprinkles and candy eyes for a spooky touch.
Versatile – Perfect for parties, bake sales, gifting, or a quick homemade treat.

🛠 Tools You’ll Need

Large bowl
Spatula or large spoon
Baking sheet
Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
Ice cream scoop (for even sizing)
Measuring cups and spoons

🥄 Key Ingredients

Melted Butter – Unsalted, or use salted butter and reduce added salt to ¼ tsp. 🧈
Brown Sugar – Light preferred, dark adds richer flavor.
Granulated Sugar – For sweetness and crispness.
Vanilla Extract – Deepens the cookie flavor.
Egg – Binds ingredients together.
All-Purpose Flour – The cookie’s main structure.
Salt – Balances sweetness.
Baking Soda – Creates rise and chewiness.
Chocolate Chips – Choose your favorite: semi-sweet, dark, milk, white, or chunks.
Halloween Sprinkles – Black, orange, or purple for festive flair.
Candy Eyes – The fun Halloween finishing touch! 👀

🍪 How to Make Easy Halloween Chocolate Chip Cookies

Make Cookie Dough:
In a large bowl, mix melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth. Add vanilla and egg, mix well. Then add flour, salt, and baking soda. Mix until smooth — don’t overmix.
Gently fold in chocolate chips and Halloween sprinkles.
Chill Dough:
Scoop 2-tablespoon portions of dough (use an ice cream scoop for even size) and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover and refrigerate for 1.5 to 2 hours (up to 24 hours). Chilling is essential for the melted butter recipe.
Bake Cookies:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Arrange chilled dough balls 2 inches apart on a lined baking sheet. Bake for 11–13 minutes, until edges are golden.
Add Candy Eyes:
Remove from oven and immediately press candy eyes onto hot cookies. Cool and enjoy!

💡 Tips for Success

Chill the Dough:
This prevents cookies from spreading too much and turning greasy.
Measure Flour Accurately:
Use the spoon-and-level method for perfect texture.
Add Candy Eyes Immediately:
They’ll stick best while cookies are still hot.
Use a Scoop:
Ensures consistent cookie size and even baking.

🆘 Cookie Troubleshooting Guide

Problem: My cookies spread too much or are greasy.
Likely Cause: Dough wasn’t chilled long enough.
Solution: Chill at least 1.5–2 hours to solidify the butter.

Problem: My cookies are dry or tough.
Likely Cause: Overmixing or overbaking.
Solution: Mix only until combined, and bake just until edges turn golden.

👩‍🍳 Pro Chef Tips

Make Ahead Dough:
Prepare dough up to a day in advance and refrigerate.
Freezing:
Freeze dough balls or baked cookies up to 3 months. Bake frozen dough with 5 extra minutes.
Fun Variations:
Add sprinkles and candy eyes to any cookie recipe.
For “spider cookies,” drag melted chocolate chips with a toothpick to form spider legs. 🕷️

☕ Perfect Pairings: What to Enjoy with Your Halloween Cookies

Cold Milk: Classic and comforting.
Hot Chocolate: Perfect for chilly Halloween nights. ☕
Apple Cider: Spiced warmth pairs beautifully with sweetness. 🍎
Coffee: Light roast balances the cookie’s richness.

📦 How to Store

Room Temperature: Keep in an airtight container 3–5 days.
Freezer: Store baked or unbaked dough up to 3 months in airtight containers or freezer bags.

This complete guide guarantees perfect Easy Halloween Chocolate Chip Cookies every time — festive, chewy, and irresistibly spooky! 🎃🍪

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