Description

These Funfetti Halloween Cookies are a festive twist on classic sugar cookies, featuring colorful dough, Halloween-themed sprinkles, and a delightful mix of semi-sweet and white chocolate chips. Soft and chewy with a subtle vanilla pudding base, these cookies are perfect for celebrating Halloween with a fun and colorful treat that both kids and adults will enjoy.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
3.4 oz package vanilla or white chocolate instant pudding mix

Wet Ingredients

1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1/2 cup vanilla yogurt
2 tablespoons milk

Add-ins

2 cups combined semi-sweet and white chocolate chips
1/2 cup Halloween-themed sprinkles
Orange, green, and/or purple food coloring

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Instructions

Preheat oven and prepare baking sheets: Set your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Line your baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set this mixture aside for later use.
Cream butter and sugar: Using an electric mixer, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. This step helps create a tender cookie texture.
Add wet ingredients and pudding mix: To the creamed butter and sugar, add the egg, vanilla yogurt, and dry instant pudding mix. Mix until the batter is smooth and well combined.
Combine dry and wet ingredients: Gradually add the flour mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing slowly to avoid overworking the dough. Mix until just incorporated.
Divide and color the dough: Divide the cookie dough into three equal sections. Add a few drops of different food coloring (orange, green, and/or purple) to each section. Also, add a few tablespoons of Halloween sprinkles and about 2/3 cup of the chocolate chips to each section. Gently stir so colors blend evenly and sprinkles distribute throughout the dough.
Scoop dough onto baking sheet: Using a rounded tablespoon, scoop portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them evenly to allow for spreading.
Bake the cookies: Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake the cookies at 375°F (190°C) for 10 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden but centers remain soft.
Cool the cookies: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for several minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps them set and prevents breakage.

Notes

Ensure butter is softened at room temperature for easier mixing and better texture.
Be careful with food coloring to avoid over-saturating dough, which can affect texture.
Use parchment paper or silicone baking mats to prevent sticking and allow even baking.
You can swap vanilla yogurt for plain or Greek yogurt if preferred, but it may slightly alter the flavor and texture.
Storing cookies in an airtight container at room temperature helps maintain freshness for up to 5 days.
Feel free to customize sprinkles and food coloring to match other holidays or themes.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 170
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 110mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 25mg