Description
Blackout Cobweb Cookies are a spooky yet delicious treat perfect for Halloween gatherings. These rich chocolate cookies, topped with creamy black frosting, create an enchanting visual that will delight both kids and adults alike. With their chewy centers and stunning spiderweb designs, they are sure to be the star of any festive occasion. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, these cookies promise to impress your guests at your next celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tbsp milk
- Black food coloring (a few drops)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- In another bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Scoop spoonfuls onto prepared baking sheets and bake for about 10 minutes or until edges are set but centers remain soft.
- Allow cookies to cool completely before preparing the frosting.
- Mix softened butter with powdered sugar and milk until smooth; add black food coloring to achieve desired shade.
- Pipe frosting in circular motions on cooled cookies to create cobweb designs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 147
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg