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Milk Chocolate Stuffed Jack-O-Lantern Cookies: A Sweet Halloween Treat
Halloween is the perfect time to indulge in spooky, delicious treats, and what better way to celebrate the season than with Milk Chocolate Stuffed Jack-O-Lantern Cookies? These cookies are not only cute and festive, but they’re also loaded with gooey milk chocolate inside, creating the perfect combination of soft, chewy texture and rich sweetness. Whether you’re hosting a Halloween party, making a fun snack for kids, or just indulging in a seasonal treat, these cookies will surely steal the show!
Ingredients (For About 12 Cookies):
For the Cookie Dough:
- All-Purpose Flour – 2 1/4 cups
- Baking Soda – 1 teaspoon
- Salt – 1/2 teaspoon
- Unsalted Butter – 1 cup (softened)
- Granulated Sugar – 3/4 cup
- Brown Sugar – 3/4 cup (packed)
- Eggs – 2 large (room temperature)
- Vanilla Extract – 1 teaspoon
- Cinnamon – 1 teaspoon (for a warm, autumn flavor)
- Orange Food Coloring – a few drops (to make your cookies Halloween-themed)
For the Milk Chocolate Filling:
- Milk Chocolate Chips – 1 cup (or chopped milk chocolate)
- Orange Candy Coating – (optional, for decoration)
- Candy Eyes – (optional, for added fun)
For Decoration:
- Black Decorating Gel (or black icing) – for making the Jack-O-Lantern faces
- Orange Sprinkles (optional) – for a fun, festive touch
Instructions:
Step 1: Prepare the Cookie Dough In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. This will take about 2-3 minutes using a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed. Next, add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add the vanilla extract and a few drops of orange food coloring. Continue mixing until the color is fully incorporated and the dough has a vibrant orange hue.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix. The dough should be soft, slightly sticky, and brightly colored.
Step 2: Chill the Dough Once the dough is prepared, cover it with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Chilling the dough will help prevent the cookies from spreading too much during baking and give you a thicker, chewier cookie.
Step 3: Stuff the Cookies with Chocolate Once the dough has chilled, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
To form the cookies, scoop out about 1 tablespoon of dough and flatten it in the palm of your hand. Place 1-2 tablespoons of milk chocolate chips (or chopped milk chocolate) in the center of the flattened dough, then wrap the dough around the chocolate, sealing it completely. Roll the dough into a ball and place it on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat this process until all your dough is used.
Step 4: Bake the Cookies Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are slightly golden. The center should still look soft, as the cookies will continue to firm up as they cool. Keep an eye on them, as baking times can vary depending on your oven.
Step 5: Decorate the Jack-O-Lantern Faces Allow the cookies to cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Once they’re cool, it’s time to get creative with the Jack-O-Lantern faces!
