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Halloween Crinkle Cookies Recipe

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These Halloween Crinkle Cookies are rich, chocolatey treats with a festive twist. Colored with vibrant gel food coloring in classic Halloween shades like orange, purple, or black, these cookies have a delightful crackled surface and a soft, fudgy center. Perfect for Halloween parties, they’re easy to prepare and bake, making them a fun seasonal bake that both kids and adults will enjoy.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Gel food coloring (orange, purple, or black), to desired vibrancy

Coating

  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
  2. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, beat together the granulated sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well incorporated. Add gel food coloring gradually, stirring until the desired vibrant color is achieved.
  3. Form Dough: Gradually fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined. The dough will be sticky. Be careful not to overmix to maintain a tender texture. Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.
  4. Prepare for Baking: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper for easy cleanup. Pour the powdered sugar into a shallow bowl for coating.
  5. Shape and Coat Cookies: Roll the chilled dough into 1-inch balls. Generously coat each ball in the powdered sugar to create the signature crinkle effect during baking.
  6. Arrange and Bake: Place the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheets at least 2 inches apart to allow spreading. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are crackled on the surface but still soft in the center.
  7. Cool and Serve: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to set, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy your festive Halloween crinkle cookies!

Notes

  • Refrigerating the dough is essential for easy shaping and to prevent spreading too much while baking.
  • You can experiment with different gel food coloring colors to create a variety of Halloween-themed cookies.
  • Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
  • For a more intense chocolate flavor, use Dutch-processed cocoa powder.
  • Make sure not to overbake; cookies should remain soft inside for the best texture.

Keywords: Halloween cookies, crinkle cookies, chocolate cookies, festive cookies, holiday baking

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