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Easy Cauldron Cookies

Easy Cauldron Cookies That Will Bewitch Your Halloween Parties

Easy Cauldron Cookies are a fun, customizable treat perfect for Halloween parties.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Cups
  • 1 box Devil's Food Cake Mix Provides structure and chocolate flavor; substitute with another chocolate cake mix for variety.
  • 2 large Large Eggs Acts as a binding agent; no substitute recommended.
  • 1/2 cup Canola or Vegetable Oil Ensures moistness; olive oil can be used in a pinch.
  • 1 tsp Black Food Coloring (optional) Enhances the spooky appearance; omit for a more traditional look.
For the Buttercream Frosting
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Forms the base of the buttercream; margarine could work but may alter flavor.
  • 4 cups Powdered Sugar Sweetens and thickens the frosting; granulated sugar cannot be substituted directly.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Adds depth of flavor; almond extract can be a flavorful alternative.
  • 1/4 tsp Salt Balances sweetness; necessary for flavor enhancement.
  • 2 tbsp Milk Adjusts texture for smoother consistency; plant-based milk can be an alternative.
  • 1 tsp Green Food Coloring Tints the buttercream for festive appeal; omit if a neutral color is preferred.
Fun Decorations
  • 1 cup Round Green Sprinkles Decorative toppings that elevate the fun visual.
  • 1 cup Halloween Sprinkles Substitute with other Halloween-themed decorations as desired.
  • 1 cup Candy Eyeballs
  • 10 sticks Pretzel Sticks Mimic stirring sticks.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Muffin Pans
  • piping bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easy Cauldron Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your workspace by greasing three 12-count mini muffin pans.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the Devil's Food Cake Mix, large eggs, canola oil, and optional black food coloring. Mix until smooth.
  3. Scoop about ½ tablespoon of dough into each muffin cup and flatten lightly to create small cups.
  4. Bake for 8-10 minutes and watch for edges to set. Press an indentation in the center of each cookie.
  5. Allow the cookie cups to cool in the pans for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
  6. Beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, salt, and milk.
  7. Once the cookie cups have cooled, pipe the buttercream frosting into each indentation.
  8. Decorate your cookies with sprinkles, candy eyeballs, or pretzel sticks.
  9. Arrange the cookies on a platter and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure butter is softened for the buttercream. Decorate cookies just before serving for best appearance.

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