Easy Halloween Cookies with M&Ms

These colorful and festive cookies are perfect for Halloween, easy to make, and fun to eat! Customize with your favorite M&M colors for a delightful treat.

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Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American, Halloween

Keyword: baking, easy cookie recipe, festive treats, Halloween cookies, M&Ms cookies

Prep Time: 20

Cook Time: 12

Total Time: 32

Servings: cookies

Calories: 150kcal

Ingredients

Dry ingredients

2.5 cups All-purpose flour Forms the foundation of your cookies.
1 teaspoon Baking soda Leavening agent for soft, chewy texture.
0.5 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor and balances sweetness.

Wet ingredients

1 cup Unsalted butter, softened Adds richness and moisture.
1 cup Granulated sugar Sweetens the cookies.
1 cup Brown sugar Adds deeper flavor and moisture.
2 large Eggs Acts as a binder.
2 teaspoons Vanilla extract Enhances overall taste.
1 teaspoon Almond extract Optional, adds nutty flavor.

Decorating

1-2 cups Powdered sugar For icing or glaze.
Food coloring Optional, for vibrant icing colors.
Assorted sprinkles and edible decorations For decorating cookies.

Instructions

Preparation

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then mix in the vanilla and almond extracts.

Baking

Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
Drop rounded balls of dough onto the baking sheets, spaced about 2 inches apart.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden.
Let the cookies cool on the sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.

Decorating

While cookies cool, mix powdered sugar with a little water or milk until smooth.
Add food coloring if desired, then decorate the cooled cookies with icing and sprinkles.

Notes

Store in an airtight container to keep cookies fresh for about a week. Freeze for up to three months and thaw at room temperature before enjoying. Customize with chocolate chips or seasonal sprinkles.

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