Halloween Chocolate Cookies
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Halloween Chocolate Cookies
Description
These Halloween Chocolate Cookies start with a mixture of oats, all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salted butter creamed together with brown and granulated sugar. Eggs and vanilla extract provide structure and moisture. Cooling the dough before baking slows the melt and spread, making for thick, chewy cookies that balance chocolate bitterness with sweetness.
After scooping, candies such as Reese’s Pieces or similar orange, yellow, and brown coated chocolates are pressed atop each cookie, adding color and texture that fit the Halloween theme. Baking at 350°F for 12–15 minutes develops a golden edge while keeping the center soft.
The cooling step and candy topping distinguish these cookies, giving them a dense, chewy texture and festive appearance. Once baked and cooled, they can be served as a themed treat for gatherings or seasonal celebrations.
Ingredients
- 3 cups oats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup butter softened at room temperature, salted
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ½ cup white sugar (granulated)
- 2 egg room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup Reese’s Pieces Candy (or orange, yellow and brown chocolate covered candies)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, oats, cocoa powder, salt, and baking soda.
- In a large bowl, combine the butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar and mix until light and creamy. Add the eggs and vanilla. Mix until combined. Add in the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 10 minutes. This step allows the cookie to bake slower and creates and thicker chewy cookies.
- Using a tablespoon or small ice cream scoop, scoop the cookie dough onto the baking sheets.
- Place 4 – 5 Reese’s pieces candies on top of each cookie.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until golden brown around the edges.
- Let the cookies cool for 2-3 minutes on the baking sheets, then transfer to wire racks to finish cooling. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 32Cookies
Amount Per Serving
Calories 156 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 156kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 21g | 7% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5g | 3% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 26mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 72mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 67mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 12g | 24% |
| Vitamin A | 199IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 0.02mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 19mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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