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Cauldron Cookies

Easy Cauldron Cookies for Spooky Halloween Fun

These Easy Cauldron Cookies are a whimsical and chocolatey treat perfect for Halloween fun.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 1 box Devil’s Food Cake Mix Provides rich chocolate flavor; substitute with any chocolate cake mix for variety.
  • 2 large Eggs Essential for moisture and binding the ingredients together.
  • ½ cup Canola or Vegetable Oil Ensures a tender texture; coconut or olive oil can add a unique flavor twist.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Food Coloring Enhances the cookie's dark color for a more intense hue.
For the Buttercream Frosting
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Adds richness; can be replaced with salted butter for a savory hint.
  • 3 cups Powdered Sugar Sweetens and helps achieve a smooth texture; avoid using granulated sugar.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Infuses lovely aromatic flavor; opt for pure vanilla for the best taste.
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt Balances the sweetness in the buttercream.
  • 2-4 tablespoons Milk Adjusts the buttercream consistency; any milk variety will work well.
  • 1 teaspoon Green Food Coloring Colors the buttercream to mimic a bubbling potion; use gel for vibrant color.
For Decorations
  • ½ cup Green Sprinkles
  • ½ cup Halloween Sprinkles
  • 12 pieces Candy Eyeballs
  • ½ cup Pretzel Sticks

Equipment

  • mini muffin pan
  • mixing bowl
  • piping bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a mini muffin pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the devil’s food cake mix, eggs, and canola oil. Add black food coloring if desired and mix until smooth.
  3. Use ½ tablespoon of the cookie dough for each muffin cup and flatten slightly.
  4. Bake for 8-10 minutes, ensuring the edges are set but the centers are soft. Press the back of a spoon to deepen the cups while still warm.
  5. Let the cookies cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  6. Beat unsalted butter until creamy and gradually add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until fluffy.
  7. Add milk to achieve the desired frosting consistency and mix in green food coloring.
  8. Pipe the green buttercream into each cooled cookie cup.
  9. Decorate with sprinkles, candy eyeballs, and pretzel sticks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 2IUIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow cookies to cool fully before filling to prevent breaking. Customize toppings as desired for festive flair.

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