Our cauldron of Halloween cookies recipes is brimming with enchanting options that cater to all skill levels. Whether you’re an experienced baker seeking new concoctions or a novice hoping to make a spooktacular impression, we have the perfect recipes to elevate your Halloween celebration.

Jump to Recipe Jump to Video Print Recipe

Firstly, What are Halloween Cookies?

Halloween cookies are delicious and spooky treats that are perfect for the Halloween season. They come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and flavors, often decorated with fun and creepy designs. Here’s a simple recipe for making Halloween cookies¹.

Nutritional Information Per Serving:

Calories: 127kca
Carbohydrates: 18g
Protein: 1g
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 20mg
Sodium: 58mg
Potassium: 19mg
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 12g
Vitamin A: 145IU
Vitamin C: 1mg
Calcium: 17mg
Iron: 1mg

The Recipe For Halloween Cookies

Prep Time: 2 hours
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 3 hours, 30 minutes (plus icing setting time)
Yield: 24, 3-4 inch cookies

Equipments and Kitchen Utensils Used in the Recipe:

Cookie Cutters
Rolling Pin
Baking Sheets
Mixing Bowls
Electric Mixer (optional)
Measuring Cups and Spoons
Spatula
Cooling Rack
Icing Bags or Piping Bottles
Food Coloring
Toothpicks
Paint Brushes (food-safe)
Sprinkles and Decorations
Cookie Storage Container
Oven

Ingredients:

2¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1½teaspoon baking powder
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1½ cups granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Food coloring (orange, black, green, or any Halloween-themed colors you prefer)
Halloween-themed cookie cutters (ghosts, pumpkins, bats, witches, etc.)

For the icing:

2 cups powdered sugar
2-3 tablespoons milk
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Food coloring (various colors for decorating)

An Irresistible Halloween Cookies Recipe

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and baking powder. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture, and beat until well combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a dough forms. If the dough is too sticky, you can add a little more flour.
Divide the dough into two equal portions and wrap each portion in plastic wrap. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
On a floured surface, roll out one portion of the chilled dough to a thickness of about 1/4 inch.
Use Halloween-themed cookie cutters to cut out shapes from the rolled-out dough. Place the cut-out cookies on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each cookie.
Bake the cookies for 8 to 10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Repeat the rolling, cutting, and baking process with the remaining portion of chilled dough.

For the icing:

In a small bowl, mix together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until you get a smooth icing consistency. You can adjust the milk quantity to achieve your desired thickness.
Divide the icing into separate bowls and add food coloring to create different colors for decorating.
Once the cookies have cooled completely, use a small spoon or an icing bag to decorate them with the colored icing. You can make faces, patterns, or any spooky designs you like.
Let the icing dry and set before serving or storing the Halloween cookies.

Recipe Notes

Don’t skip chilling the dough! Not only does it help the flavor meld but it also helps keep them puffy after baking.²
Be sure to use instant pudding mix and not sugar-free!
Use any color M&Ms and sprinkles to make your favorite cookie. I added the eyes at the end to make them monster cookies!
Get the look like I have: when they first come out of the oven add a few more M&Ms to the top of the cookies (press them on) before the cookies cool. Do the same with the sugar eyes, if you’re using, and the cookies will be extra fun.

Halloween Cookies: A Spook-tacular Treat and Delight For Your Taste Buds

In conclusion, these delectable Halloween cookies are the ultimate treat for the spookiest season of the year! Whether you’re planning a fun-filled Halloween party or simply want to enjoy some festive baking with your loved ones, these recipes are sure to delight your taste buds and add a touch of magic to your celebrations²https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/halloween-party-cutout-cookies/.

Halloween Cookies Recipe

Our cauldron of Halloween cookie recipes is brimming with enchanting options that cater to all skill levels. Whether you're an experienced baker seeking new concoctions or a novice hoping to make a spooktacular impression, we have the perfect recipes to elevate your Halloween celebration.

Prep Time2

Active Time12

Icing Setting Time1 18

Total Time3 30

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Diet: Low Fat

Keyword: Halloween Cookies

Yield: 24 3-4 inch cookies

Calories: 127kcal

Author: Odudu Abasi Mkpong

Equipment

Cookie cutters
Rolling pin
Baking Sheets
Mixing bowls
Electric Mixer (optional)
Measuring cups and spoons
Spatula
Cooling rack
Icing Bags or Piping Bottles
Toothpicks
Food Coloring
Paint Brushes (food-safe)
Sprinkles and Decorations
Oven
Cookie Storage Container

Materials

2¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1½ teaspoon baking powder
1 cup unsalted butter softened
1½ cups granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Food coloring orange, black, green, or any Halloween-themed colors you prefer
Halloween-themed cookie cutters ghosts, pumpkins, bats, witches, etc.

For the icing:

2 cups powdered sugar
2-3 tablespoons milk
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Food coloring various colors for decorating

Instructions

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and baking powder. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture, and beat until well combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a dough forms. If the dough is too sticky, you can add a little more flour.
Divide the dough into two equal portions and wrap each portion in plastic wrap. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
On a floured surface, roll out one portion of the chilled dough to a thickness of about 1/4 inch.
Use Halloween-themed cookie cutters to cut out shapes from the rolled-out dough. Place the cut-out cookies on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each cookie.
Bake the cookies for 8 to 10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Repeat the rolling, cutting, and baking process with the remaining portion of chilled dough.

For the icing:

In a small bowl, mix together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until you get a smooth icing consistency. You can adjust the milk quantity to achieve your desired thickness.
Divide the icing into separate bowls and add food coloring to create different colors for decorating.
Once the cookies have cooled completely, use a small spoon or an icing bag to decorate them with the colored icing. You can make faces, patterns, or any spooky designs you like.
Let the icing dry and set before serving or storing the Halloween cookies.

Video

Notes

Don’t skip chilling the dough! Not only does it help the flavor meld but it also helps keep them puffy after baking.
Be sure to use instant pudding mix and not sugar-free!
Use any color M&Ms and sprinkles to make your favorite cookie. I added the eyes at the end to make them monster cookies!
Get the look like I have: when they first come out of the oven add a few more M&Ms to the top of the cookies (press them on) before the cookies cool. Do the same with the sugar eyes, if you’re using, and the cookies will be extra fun.