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Halloween Cookies

Halloween Cookies

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Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2/3 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 16 oz white frosting (store-bought)
  • 5 drops neon green gel food coloring
  • M&M candies (orange, green, and purple)
  • Instructions:

Instructions

  1. Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add both sugars and mix until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time along with the vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in thirds on low speed.
  5. Chill the dough for at least an hour.
  6. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare baking sheets.
  7. Roll out the dough and cut into shapes using cookie cutters.
  8. Bake for about 8-10 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
  9. Cool completely before decorating with green frosting and M&M candies.
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