Black Cat Cookies
Get into the spooky spirit with these delightful Black Cat Cookies, a must-have treat for Halloween or any feline-themed celebration! These rich, chocolaty cookies are made with a blend of cocoa powder, chocolate chips, and a hint of vanilla for the perfect balance of flavor. What sets them apart is the fun and creative cat design—complete with candy eyes and licorice whiskers—that's sure to bring a smile to both kids and adults alike. With just a 20-minute prep time and straightforward steps, this recipe is beginner-friendly while still being impressively festive. Bake up a batch for your next party or enjoy them as a fun family baking activity. These crowd-pleasing cookies are as delicious as they are adorable!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.75 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup chocolate chips
- 24 pieces candy eyes
- 12 pieces licorice strings for whiskers
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix until combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until a dough forms. Stir in the chocolate chips by hand.
Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion out the dough into 24 equal-sized balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Gently flatten each dough ball slightly with the palm of your hand, shaping them into round cookie discs.
Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still slightly soft. Remove from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
While the cookies are still warm, gently press two candy eyes onto each cookie near the top to create the cat's face. Optionally, press small pieces of licorice strings below the eyes to mimic whiskers.
Allow the cookies to cool completely and the decorations to set before serving. Enjoy your festive Black Cat Cookies!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6150 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 227.2 g | 291% | |
| Saturated Fat | 132.6 g | 663% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 607 mg | 202% | |
| Sodium | 1345 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1081.9 g | 393% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 104.9 g | 375% | |
| Total Sugars | 586.9 g | ||
| Protein | 97.2 g | 194% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 600 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 56.4 mg | 313% | |
| Potassium | 4762 mg | 101% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
