18+ Halloween Cookie Recipe Ideas Try These Culinary Delights!
Published on: Mar 6, 2024
Are you looking for some spook-tacular treats to serve at your Halloween party? Look no further! We've gathered some delicious and easy Halloween cookie recipe ideas that are sure to impress your guests. From classic cookies with a spooky twist to unique and creative designs, these recipes will have everyone screaming for more.
Main Ingredients: Sugar, Brown Sugar, Butter, Oil, Eggs, Baking Powder
Halloween is a time for spooky fun and delicious treats. And what better way to celebrate than with some delicious and creative Halloween cookie recipes? From traditional sugar cookies to unique and eye-catching creations, there are endless possibilities when it comes to Halloween cookies. So get your baking supplies ready and let's dive into the top 20 Halloween cookie recipes!
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Halloween Cookie Truffles
Main Ingredients: Keebler Cookie, Cream Cheese, White Almond Bark, Orange
If you're a fan of truffles, then these Halloween cookie truffles are a must-try. They are made with crushed cookies, cream cheese, and dipped in melted chocolate for a decadent treat. But what makes them perfect for Halloween is the addition of spooky decorations such as black sprinkles, candy eyes, and even a white chocolate spiderweb on top. These truffles are sure to impress and are perfect for a Halloween party or as a gift for friends and family.
This Halloween cookie pizza is the perfect combination of sweet and spooky. Made with a giant sugar cookie base, it is decorated with a layer of creamy white chocolate and topped with a variety of Halloween treats such as candy corn, M&M's, and mini marshmallows. The best part? You can get creative with the toppings and add your own favorite Halloween candies to make it truly unique.
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Halloween Cookie Cake (Use Up Halloween Candy)
Main Ingredients: Roll, Icing, Food Coloring, Candy
We all know that Halloween is a time for indulging in candy. But sometimes, we end up with more candy than we can handle. That's where this Halloween cookie cake comes in. It's a great way to use up all that extra candy and turn it into a delicious and festive dessert. Simply mix your favorite Halloween candies into the cookie dough and bake it into a cake. You can even top it with a drizzle of melted chocolate and some more candy for an extra sweet touch.
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Spooky Zombie Halloween Cookie
Main Ingredients: Cookie, Flour, Baking Powder, Salt, Unsalted Butter
If you want to take your Halloween cookie game to the next level, then these spooky zombie cookies are a must-try. They are made with a traditional sugar cookie recipe, but the real fun comes in the decorating. You can use green frosting for the zombie skin, red frosting for blood, and black icing for the eyes and mouth. These cookies are sure to be a hit at any Halloween party, and you can even get creative and make different zombie designs.
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Halloween Cookie Dough Treats
Main Ingredients: Cookie Dough, Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough, Dairy Free
If you love eating cookie dough but don't want to risk getting sick from raw eggs, then these Halloween cookie dough treats are the perfect solution. They are made with an egg-free cookie dough recipe and are dipped in melted chocolate for a delicious and safe treat. You can also add in some Halloween sprinkles or candy pieces for added color and flavor.
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Halloween Cookie Dough Balls
Main Ingredients: Unsalted Butter, Brown Sugar, Vanilla Extract, All
Similar to the cookie dough treats, these Halloween cookie dough balls are a fun and easy treat to make. They are made with the same egg-free cookie dough recipe, but instead of dipping them in chocolate, they are rolled into bite-sized balls and coated in crushed Halloween candies. These are perfect for snacking on while watching your favorite Halloween movies or for handing out to trick-or-treaters.
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XXL Halloween Cookie Pie
Main Ingredients: Unsalted Butter, Sugar, Light Brown Sugar, Egg, Vanilla
If you're a fan of giant cookies, then this XXL Halloween cookie pie is for you. It's made with a giant chocolate chip cookie base and topped with a layer of creamy chocolate frosting. And to make it extra spooky, you can decorate it with Halloween candies such as gummy worms, candy corn, and ghost-shaped marshmallows. This cookie pie is perfect for sharing with friends and family or even as a unique dessert for a Halloween party.
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Death By Chocolate Halloween Cookie Cake
Main Ingredients: All Purpose Flour, Unsweetened Cocoa Powder, Instant
For all the chocolate lovers out there, this Death By Chocolate Halloween cookie cake is the ultimate indulgence. It's made with a rich and fudgy chocolate cookie base, topped with a layer of chocolate ganache, and finished off with a variety of Halloween candies. This is a decadent and impressive dessert that will satisfy any chocolate craving.
Main Ingredients: Cookie Dough, White Chocolate Chips, Candy Eyes
For those following a keto diet, these Halloween cookie dough mummy treats are a great option. They are made with a keto-friendly cookie dough recipe and decorated with white chocolate and candy eyes to resemble mummies. These treats are not only adorable but also delicious and perfect for those looking for a low-carb Halloween treat option.
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Halloween Cookie Jar Mix {Great For Gifting!}
Main Ingredients: Gluten Free Flour Blend, Brown Sugar, Baking Powder
If you're looking for a fun and unique gift idea for Halloween, then this Halloween cookie jar mix is a great option. Simply layer the dry ingredients for your favorite cookie recipe in a jar and attach a label with instructions on how to make the cookies. You can even add some festive decorations to the jar, such as a ribbon or Halloween stickers, for an extra special touch.
For the adults looking for a festive Halloween drink option, this Halloween margarita is a must-try. It's made with tequila, triple sec, lime juice, and a splash of grenadine for a vibrant and spooky color. You can even add a black sugar rim and a gummy worm garnish for a truly Halloween-inspired cocktail.
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Cookie Monster Fudge Is a Fun Halloween Treat
Main Ingredients: Candy Melts, Sweetened Condensed Milk, Oreos, Cookies
This cookie monster fudge is the perfect treat for those who can't get enough of cookies and cream. It's made with white chocolate and crushed Oreos, and decorated with candy eyes and a chocolate chip cookie mouth to resemble the beloved Sesame Street character. This fudge is sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike.
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Halloween Candy Apple Crisp
Main Ingredients: Granny Smith Apples, Candy, Orange Juice, Sugar
This Halloween candy apple crisp is a twist on the traditional apple crisp dessert. It's made with a layer of caramel and chopped Halloween candies, topped with a layer of sliced apples and a crumbly oat topping. It's a delicious and unique way to use up all that extra Halloween candy.
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Halloween Poppers
Main Ingredients: Mini Bell Peppers, Sour Cream, Shredded Cheese, Onion
These Halloween poppers are a fun and interactive treat for kids and adults. They are made with a chocolate cake mix, filled with a surprise Halloween candy, and covered in melted chocolate and sprinkles. You can even add different candy fillings to keep things interesting. These poppers are sure to be a hit at any Halloween party or gathering.
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Hocus Pocus Halloween Punch
Main Ingredients: Mango, Peach, Sorbet
No Halloween party is complete without a spooky punch, and this Hocus Pocus Halloween punch is the perfect option. It's made with a combination of fruit juices, ginger ale, and dry ice for a smoky effect. You can even add some gummy worms or other creepy candies for an extra touch of Halloween fun.
This Halloween eyeball treat is equal parts creepy and delicious. It's made with Oreo truffles, coated in white chocolate, and decorated with a candy eyeball and red gel icing to resemble a bloodshot eye. These treats are perfect for a Halloween party or as a fun snack to enjoy while watching scary movies.
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Trick or Treat Halloween Punch!
Main Ingredients: Ice, Kool Aid, Gatorade, Food Coloring
This trick or treat Halloween punch is a fun and creative way to serve drinks at your Halloween party. It's made with a combination of fruit juices and sparkling cider, and you can even add some dry ice for a spooky effect. You can also offer different candy toppings, such as gummy worms or candy corn, for guests to add to their punch.
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Savory Halloween Worms
Main Ingredients: Vegetable Juice, Unflavored Gelatin, Yogurt, Pesto
For those looking for a savory Halloween treat, these Halloween worms are a great option. They are made with hot dogs, wrapped in strips of crescent roll dough, and baked to look like worms. You can even add some ketchup or barbecue sauce for added flavor and a "bloody" effect.
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Vampire's Kiss Halloween Cocktail
Main Ingredients: Red Wine, Cola, Ice, Gold Leaf
This vampire's kiss Halloween cocktail is a delicious and festive option for adults. It's made with vodka, Chambord, and cranberry juice, and garnished with a pair of plastic vampire teeth for a fun and spooky touch. This cocktail is perfect for sipping on while handing out candy to trick-or-treaters or enjoying at a Halloween party.
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Halloween Cookie
Main Ingredients: Sugar, Brown Sugar, Butter, Oil, Eggs, Baking Powder
Halloween is the perfect time to indulge in some sweet treats, and what better way to celebrate than with a batch of Halloween cookies? These spooky treats are not only delicious, but they are also a fun and creative way to get into the Halloween spirit. From classic sugar cookies to more unique and creative options, there's a Halloween cookie recipe for everyone. So grab your apron and get ready to bake up some frightfully delicious treats!
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Halloween Cookie Truffles
Main Ingredients: Keebler Cookie, Cream Cheese, White Almond Bark, Orange
If you're a fan of truffles, then you'll love these Halloween cookie truffles. Made with crumbled cookies, cream cheese, and dipped in melted chocolate, these bite-sized treats are perfect for parties or as a Halloween gift. You can also decorate them with spooky designs using food coloring or edible markers to make them even more festive.
Why settle for regular pizza when you can have a Halloween cookie pizza? This fun and easy recipe use a giant sugar cookie as the crust and is topped with cream cheese frosting and your favorite Halloween candies. Get creative with your toppings and create a spooky design, like a spider web or a pumpkin face, using candy corn or chocolate chips.
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Halloween Cookie Dough Treats
Main Ingredients: Cookie Dough, Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough, Dairy Free
If you're a fan of raw cookie dough, then you'll love these Halloween cookie dough treats. Made with a safe to eat cookie dough recipe, these treats are perfect for those who can't resist sneaking a taste of the dough before it's baked. You can also add in some Halloween candy pieces, like Reese's Pieces or chopped Snickers, for an extra sweet surprise.
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Spooky Zombie Halloween Cookie
Main Ingredients: Flour, Baking Powder, Salt, Unsalted Butter, Granulated
These spooky zombie Halloween cookies are sure to be a hit with both kids and adults. Made with a classic sugar cookie recipe, these cookies are decorated with fondant to create a zombie face. You can also add some green food coloring to the dough to make them even more ghoulish. Serve them at your Halloween party and watch your guests devour them.
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Halloween Cookie Cake (Use Up Halloween Candy)
Main Ingredients: Roll, Icing, Food Coloring, Candy
Got a surplus of Halloween candy? Use it up by making a Halloween cookie cake! This recipe uses up to 2 cups of chopped Halloween candy to create a delicious and decadent cookie cake. You can also add in some caramel sauce or peanut butter to make it even more indulgent.
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Halloween Cookie Dough Balls
Main Ingredients: Unsalted Butter, Brown Sugar, Vanilla Extract, All
These Halloween cookie dough balls are a fun and easy treat to make with kids. Made with a safe to eat cookie dough, these balls are dipped in melted chocolate and decorated with Halloween sprinkles. You can also add in some crushed Oreos or chopped nuts for some extra crunch.
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XXL Halloween Cookie Pie
Main Ingredients: Unsalted Butter, Sugar, Light Brown Sugar, Egg, Vanilla
If you're looking to make a big impression at your Halloween party, then this XXL Halloween cookie pie is the way to go. This giant cookie is made in a cast-iron skillet and is loaded with Halloween candies and chocolate chips. You can also add in some white chocolate chips or toffee bits for some extra flavor.
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Death By Chocolate Halloween Cookie Cake
Main Ingredients: All Purpose Flour, Unsweetened Cocoa Powder, Instant
If you're a chocolate lover, then this recipe is for you. This Death By Chocolate Halloween cookie cake is made with a rich chocolate cookie dough, filled with chunks of chocolate, and topped with even more chocolate. You can also add in some cocoa powder or chocolate chunks for an extra intense chocolate flavor.
Main Ingredients: Cookie Dough, White Chocolate Chips, Candy Eyes
If you're following a keto diet, you don't have to miss out on Halloween treats. These easy keto Halloween cookie dough mummy treats are made with a low-carb cookie dough and dipped in sugar-free white chocolate. You can also use almond flour or coconut flour to make them even more keto-friendly.
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Halloween Cookie Jar Mix {Great For Gifting!}
Main Ingredients: Gluten Free Flour Blend, Brown Sugar, Baking Powder
Looking for a creative and festive gift to give this Halloween? This Halloween cookie jar mix is the perfect solution. Layer all the dry ingredients for a cookie recipe in a mason jar and add a cute label and instructions for baking. You can also add in some candy corn or chocolate chips for an extra touch.
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Halloween Candy Apple Crisp
Main Ingredients: Granny Smith Apples, Candy, Orange Juice, Sugar
This Halloween candy apple crisp is a delicious twist on a classic fall dessert. Made with apples, butter, and a crispy oat topping, this recipe also incorporates chopped Halloween candy for a sweet and crunchy surprise. You can also add in some cinnamon or nutmeg for a warm and cozy flavor.
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Halloween Poppers
Main Ingredients: Mini Bell Peppers, Sour Cream, Shredded Cheese, Onion
These Halloween poppers are the perfect party snack. Made with a mixture of cream cheese, jalapenos, and bacon, these bite-sized treats are wrapped in crescent roll dough and shaped like mummies. You can also add some chili powder or garlic powder to give them a spicy kick.
Looking for a festive drink to serve at your Halloween party? This Halloween margarita is the perfect choice. Made with tequila, lime juice, and black food coloring, this drink is sure to impress your guests. You can also add in some orange liquor or blood orange juice for some extra flavor.
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Cookie Monster Fudge Is a Fun Halloween Treat
Main Ingredients: Candy Melts, Sweetened Condensed Milk, Oreos, Cookies
If you're looking for a fun and easy Halloween treat to make with kids, then this cookie monster fudge is the perfect choice. Made with white chocolate, blue food coloring, and crushed cookies, this fudge is shaped into cute little monsters. You can also add in some peanut butter or chocolate chips for some extra texture.
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Hocus Pocus Halloween Punch
Main Ingredients: Mango, Peach, Sorbet
This Hocus Pocus Halloween punch is a spooky and delicious drink to serve at your Halloween party. Made with cranberry juice, lemon-lime soda, and black vodka, this drink is sure to be a hit. You can also add in some dry ice for a smoky effect and some gummy worms for a creepy touch.
If you want to really gross out your guests, then these Halloween eyeballs are the way to go. Made with hard-boiled eggs, green olives, and red food coloring, these creepy snacks are perfect for a Halloween party. You can also add in some mayonnaise or mustard for a tasty filling.
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Trick or Treat Halloween Punch!
Main Ingredients: Ice, Kool Aid, Gatorade, Food Coloring
This trick or treat Halloween punch is a fun and colorful drink that will be a hit with kids and adults alike. Made with orange juice, pineapple juice, and grenadine, this punch is topped with a scoop of orange sherbet to give it a spooky look. You can also add in some rum or vodka for an adult version.
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Savory Halloween Worms
Main Ingredients: Vegetable Juice, Unflavored Gelatin, Yogurt, Pesto
Not all Halloween treats have to be sweet. These savory Halloween worms are made with sausage and bread dough and are perfect for a Halloween dinner. You can also add in some green food coloring or spicy seasoning to give them a creepy look and taste.
This Halloween witches brew is a fun and spooky drink to serve at your Halloween party. This green concoction is made with lime sherbet, lemon-lime soda, and green food coloring. You can also add in some vodka or rum for an adult version. Serve it in cauldron cups for an extra witchy touch.
Classic Spooky Cookies
Looking for a traditional Halloween cookie recipe? Try our classic sugar cookies with a spooky twist. Simply use Halloween themed cookie cutters, such as bats, ghosts, or pumpkins, to create fun and festive shapes. Then, use colored icing to add details and decorations to your cookies. These cookies are not only delicious, but also a fun activity for the whole family to decorate together.
Scary Spider Cookies
For a more unique Halloween cookie, try our scary spider cookies. Start with your favorite chocolate chip cookie recipe and use black food coloring to make the dough dark and spooky. Once the cookies are baked, use melted chocolate to create spider legs and red icing for the eyes. These cookies are sure to be a hit at any Halloween party.
Ghoulish Ghost Meringue Cookies
For a lighter option, try our ghoulish ghost meringue cookies. These light and fluffy treats are made with egg whites, sugar, and vanilla extract. Use a piping bag to create ghost shapes and add chocolate chips for eyes. These cookies are not only cute and delicious, but also gluten-free.
Creative and Unique Designs
Looking to impress your guests with some unique and creative Halloween cookies? Check out these ideas for spooky and fun designs:
Witch Hat Cookies
For a fun and festive treat, try our witch hat cookies. Start with a round cookie, such as a sugar cookie or shortbread, and use a chocolate kiss to create the witch's hat. Use icing to add details, such as a buckle or stripes. These cookies are not only easy to make, but also a cute addition to any Halloween dessert spread.
Monster Eye Cookies
For a creepy and fun cookie, try our monster eye cookies. Start with a basic sugar cookie and use colored icing to create a large eye in the center. Use a toothpick to add details, such as veins or bloodshot lines. These cookies are sure to give your guests a fright.
Jack-O-Lantern Cookies
For a classic Halloween design, try our Jack-O-Lantern cookies. Use a pumpkin shaped cookie cutter to create the base, then use orange and black icing to create the face. For an added touch, use green icing to create a stem on top. These cookies are not only festive, but also a delicious treat for all ages.
With these Halloween cookie recipe ideas, your party is sure to be a hit. Make sure to get creative and have fun with your decorations and designs. Happy Halloween!