Halloween Surprise Filled Cookies
Unleash the festive spirit with these Halloween Surprise Filled Cookies! Perfectly soft, buttery cookie shells hide a sweet, candy-filled center, making them a playful treat for holiday gatherings or trick-or-treat festivities. Infused with vanilla and customizable with vibrant orange and black food coloring, these cookies are as eye-catching as they are delicious. Each bite reveals a burst of mini chocolate candies, like M&M's or Reese’s Pieces, creating a delightful "surprise" element that will thrill kids and adults alike. Ready in under an hour and easy to make in batches, these spooky yet simple treats are sure to be the hit of any Halloween party.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 226 grams unsalted butter
- 200 grams granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 count large egg
- 330 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 120 grams mini chocolate candies (e.g., M&M's or Reese’s Pieces)
- 4 drops orange food coloring (optional)
- 4 drops black food coloring (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes using a hand or stand mixer.
Add the vanilla extract and the egg, and mix until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms. If desired, divide the dough in half and tint one half with orange food coloring and the other half with black food coloring for a festive Halloween look.
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 15 minutes to make it easier to handle.
Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Take small portions of dough (about 1.5 tablespoons) and flatten them into discs. Place a small amount of mini chocolate candies in the center of one disc, then top with a second disc of dough. Press the edges together to seal and roll gently into a ball. Repeat with remaining dough and candies.
Place the dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft. Avoid overbaking.
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve and enjoy! These cookies are best enjoyed fresh, but they can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3710 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 201.7 g | 259% | |
| Saturated Fat | 115.1 g | 576% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 686 mg | 229% | |
| Sodium | 1738 mg | 76% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 455.4 g | 166% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 202.1 g | ||
| Protein | 42.0 g | 84% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 122 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 16.2 mg | 90% | |
| Potassium | 489 mg | 10% | |
*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.
