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Monster Mash Halloween Candy Cookies

Monster Mash Halloween Candy Cookies
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Monster Mash Halloween Candy Cookies are soft, chewy cookies bursting with colorful Halloween candies. Perfect for festive celebrations, these easy-to-make treats combine a rich cookie dough base with a fun mix of mini M&Ms, candy corn, gummy eyeballs, and more. Customizable to meet dietary needs, they’re a hit with kids and adults alike, bringing spooky vibes and delicious flavor to any Halloween party or cozy night in.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free version)
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened (or coconut oil for vegan option)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg (or 1 flax egg for vegan option)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Mix-Ins

  • 1 1/2 cups Halloween candy mix (mini M&Ms, candy corn, gummy eyeballs, or substitutes like dark chocolate chips, candy pumpkins, or colorful sprinkles)

Optional Add-Ins

  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (for nutty bite)
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon, nutmeg, or pumpkin pie spice (to spice it up)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. This dry mix sets the foundation for your dough’s perfect texture.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugars: Using a mixer, beat the softened unsalted butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until the mixture is fluffy and light. This creates the rich, sweet base of your cookie dough.
  3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Incorporate the egg and vanilla extract into your butter-sugar blend, mixing well until smooth and creamy. These ingredients help bind your dough and flavor the cookies beautifully.
  4. Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the flour mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring gently until everything is combined into a soft dough but don’t overmix to keep the cookies tender.
  5. Stir in Halloween Candy Mix: Fold in your colorful Halloween candy mix of mini M&Ms, candy corn, or funky gummies, making sure the candy is evenly distributed without crushing them too much. Add optional nuts or spices if desired.
  6. Scoop and Bake: Drop spoonfuls of cookie dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving space for spreading. Bake for about 10-12 minutes until the edges are slightly golden but the centers stay soft.
  7. Cool and Enjoy: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. This step helps them firm up without losing that perfect chewy texture.

Notes

  • Use room temperature butter to cream better with sugar for a fluffier cookie.
  • Don’t overmix the dough to keep cookies tender instead of tough.
  • Chill dough for 30 minutes if time allows to prevent cookies from spreading too thin.
  • Measure flour using spoon and level method to avoid dense cookies.
  • Keep an eye on baking time; pull cookies out when edges are set but centers slightly underdone for soft, chewy texture.

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