Description
Heavenly Milk Chocolate Stuffed Jack-O’-Lantern Cookies are a delightful treat for the spooky season. These soft, chewy cookies are shaped like pumpkins and filled with rich milk chocolate, making each bite a heavenly experience. Perfect for Halloween parties or cozy nights at home, this recipe is sure to bring back cherished memories while adding a modern twist. Get ready to impress your friends and family with these irresistible cookies that blend nostalgia and indulgence!
Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips
- 1 tbsp orange food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract and orange food coloring if using.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in the milk chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, flatten slightly, and shape into jack-o’-lanterns.
- Place on prepared baking sheets about two inches apart and bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden around the edges but still soft in the center. Cool on wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg