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Halloween Cookies with Googly Eyes

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These festive Halloween Cookies with Googly Eyes are soft, chewy, and loaded with colorful candies and fun decorations. They’re easy to make, perfect for parties, and a great baking activity for kids and families.

Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup chocolate chips (optional)
  • 1 cup Halloween-colored candy-coated chocolates
  • 1/4 cup Halloween sprinkles
  • 24 edible candy googly eyes

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream the softened butter with the granulated sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips, candy-coated chocolates, and sprinkles if using.
  7. Scoop portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie.
  8. Bake for 8–10 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden and the centers remain soft.
  9. Immediately press edible candy googly eyes into the warm cookies after removing them from the oven.
  10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for several minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Add orange, purple, and green sprinkles for extra Halloween flair.
  • Use dark chocolate cookie dough for a spooky appearance.
  • White chocolate chips create a fun monster-style look.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
  • Freeze baked cookies for up to 2 months and thaw at room temperature before serving.
  • Warm individual cookies in the microwave for 8–10 seconds if desired.
  • Chill the dough before baking if you prefer thicker cookies.

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