Description
Celebrate Halloween with these festive Hocus Pocus Cookies that combine vibrant colors, white chocolate chips, and fun sprinkles. Soft, lightly chewy, and bursting with seasonal charm, these cookies are perfect for parties or a spooky treat.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups cake flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
- 1 ½ teaspoons cornstarch
- ¾ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups butter, softened
- 2 cups white sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 3 teaspoons vanilla extract
Other Ingredients
- 2 cups white chocolate chips
- Halloween sprinkles
- Orange, green, and purple gel food coloring
Instructions
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside to prevent cookies from sticking during baking.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: Beat the softened butter and white sugar in a stand mixer on high speed until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, ensuring a smooth texture.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Incorporate the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then blend in the vanilla extract until fully combined to build the cookie base.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cake flour, baking soda, cornstarch, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents and seasoning.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry mixture to the butter mixture, mixing on medium speed until just combined, avoiding overmixing for tender cookies.
- Color the Dough: Divide the dough into three portions. Add orange, green, and purple gel food coloring separately, kneading each until the color is evenly distributed for a festive look.
- Form Cookies: Scoop about 2 teaspoons of each color dough, roll into balls, and press together without blending the colors to maintain distinct ribbons. Shape into a ball and slightly flatten.
- Add Sprinkles and Chips: Roll the edges of the dough balls in Halloween sprinkles, place them on the baking sheet, and press white chocolate chips into the top and sides for extra sweetness and texture.
- Chill Dough: Refrigerate the cookie dough for 30 minutes to firm up, which helps prevent spreading during baking.
- Preheat Oven: Heat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking perfectly textured cookies.
- Bake Cookies: Arrange the chilled dough balls on the parchment-lined sheet about 2 inches apart. Bake for 12-14 minutes until the edges are set, then let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Store: Once cooled, store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness and flavor.
Notes
- For extra festive flair, use a variety of Halloween-themed sprinkles and edible glitter.
- Ensure the dough is well-chilled before baking to prevent excessive spreading and retain cookie shape.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
