Milk Chocolate Stuffed Jack-o-lantern Cookies

These Milk Chocolate Stuffed Jack-o-lantern Cookies are the perfect treat for Halloween celebrations. With a chewy cookie base filled with luscious milk chocolate, these cookies are both fun and delicious. The dough is made with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, giving the cookies a cozy fall flavor. After baking, the cookies are decorated with vibrant orange icing to resemble jack-o-lanterns, while black icing is used to add spooky details. These festive cookies are sure to be a hit at Halloween parties or as a fun baking project with kids. Serve them with a glass of milk for the ultimate Halloween treat!

Clare Greco
Updated on Monday 02 December 2024
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Milk Chocolate Stuffed Jack-o-lantern Cookies are the perfect Halloween treat, offering a combination of soft, chewy cookie dough filled with a luscious milk chocolate center. The cookie dough is spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, giving it a warm and comforting fall flavor. After baking, these cookies are transformed into spooky jack-o-lanterns with orange and black icing, making them ideal for any Halloween celebration. Whether you're hosting a party or looking for a fun baking project, these cookies are sure to be a hit!

INGREDIENTS

  • Unsalted butter: 1 cup, softened for a rich and chewy cookie base.
  • Granulated sugar: 1 cup, adds sweetness and helps the cookies achieve a tender texture.
  • Brown sugar: 1 cup, packed, adds a deeper flavor and moisture to the cookies.
  • Eggs: 2 large, to bind the dough and add richness.
  • Vanilla extract: 1 tsp, for flavor.
  • All-purpose flour: 3½ cups, to form the cookie dough base.
  • Baking powder: 1 tsp, for leavening.
  • Baking soda: ½ tsp, helps the cookies spread evenly.
  • Salt: ½ tsp, to balance the sweetness.
  • Cinnamon: ½ tsp, for a warm, spiced flavor.
  • Nutmeg: ½ tsp, adds depth to the spiced flavor profile.
  • Milk chocolate chips or chunks: ½ cup for the dough, and 1 cup for the chocolate filling.
  • Orange and black icing: for decorating the cookies with spooky jack-o-lantern faces.

INSTRUCTIONS

Step 1:
Cream together 1 cup softened butter, 1 cup granulated sugar, and 1 cup packed brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Step 2:
Add 2 eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in 1 tsp vanilla extract.
Step 3:
In a separate bowl, whisk together 3½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking powder, ½ tsp baking soda, ½ tsp salt, ½ tsp cinnamon, and ½ tsp nutmeg. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined.
Step 4:
Melt 1 cup milk chocolate chips in the microwave, stirring every 20 seconds until smooth.
Step 5:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 6:
Take a tablespoon of cookie dough, flatten it into a disk, and place a small dollop of melted chocolate in the center. Cover with another disk of dough, sealing the edges to enclose the chocolate filling, and shape into a round cookie.
Step 7:
Place the filled cookies on the prepared baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden.
Step 8:
Allow the cookies to cool on the sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 9:
Once cooled, decorate the cookies with orange icing to create a jack-o-lantern face, and use black icing for the spooky features.

Serving and Storage Tips

  • Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
  • These cookies are best served with a glass of milk for the ultimate Halloween treat!

Helpful Notes

  • Chill the cookie dough for 30 minutes if it's too soft to handle, making it easier to shape and fill with chocolate.

Tips from Well-Known Chefs

  • Chef Lucas suggests adding a pinch of cayenne pepper to the melted chocolate for a subtle spicy kick that complements the sweetness of the cookies.

How to Make the Perfect Jack-o-lantern Cookies

To make the perfect jack-o-lantern cookies, ensure the cookie dough is evenly flattened before adding the chocolate filling. Press the edges together firmly to prevent the chocolate from leaking during baking. For a more professional look, use piping bags for the orange and black icing to create clean lines for the jack-o-lantern faces.

FAQs

Can I use dark chocolate instead of milk chocolate?

Yes! You can substitute dark chocolate for milk chocolate if you prefer a richer, less sweet filling.

Do these cookies need to be refrigerated?

No, these cookies can be stored at room temperature, but you can refrigerate them if you'd like to keep them fresher for longer.

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Milk Chocolate Stuffed Jack-o-lantern Cookies are a fun and festive Halloween treat that combines the delicious flavors of a chewy cookie with a rich chocolate center. The dough is flavored with warm fall spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, giving the cookies a cozy, comforting taste. After baking, the cookies are decorated with orange and black icing to create playful jack-o-lantern faces, making them a perfect dessert for any Halloween gathering. These cookies are easy to make and sure to impress your guests. Serve with a glass of milk for the ultimate spooky snack!

Milk Chocolate Stuffed Jack-o-lantern Cookies

Milk Chocolate Stuffed Jack-o-lantern Cookies are the perfect Halloween treat, featuring a chewy cookie with a chocolate center and festive jack-o-lantern decorations.

Prep Time
25 Minutes
Cook Time
12 Minutes
Total Time
37 Minutes

Category: Sweet Treats

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: Holiday

Yield: 24 Servings (24 cookies)

Dietary: Vegetarian

Ingredients

01 1 cup unsalted butter, softened.
02 1 cup granulated sugar.
03 1 cup packed brown sugar.
04 2 large eggs.
05 1 tsp vanilla extract.
06 3½ cups all-purpose flour.
07 1 tsp baking powder.
08 ½ tsp baking soda.
09 ½ tsp salt.
10 ½ tsp ground cinnamon.
11 ½ tsp ground nutmeg.
12 ½ cup milk chocolate chips or chunks (for dough).
13 1 cup milk chocolate chips or chunks (for filling).
14 Orange icing (for decoration).
15 Black icing (for decoration).

Instructions

Step 01

In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.

Step 02

Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.

Step 03

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.

Step 04

Melt 1 cup of milk chocolate chips in the microwave, stirring every 20 seconds until smooth.

Step 05

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 06

Take a tablespoon of cookie dough, flatten it into a disk, and place a small dollop of melted chocolate in the center. Cover with another disk of dough, sealing the edges to enclose the chocolate filling, and shape into a round cookie.

Step 07

Place the filled cookies on the prepared baking sheets.

Step 08

Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden. Allow the cookies to cool on the sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 09

Once cooled, use orange icing to decorate the cookies with a jack-o-lantern face, and black icing for the features.

Step 10

Serve with milk or share at Halloween gatherings!.

Notes

  1. These Halloween-themed cookies are stuffed with creamy milk chocolate and decorated with festive jack-o-lantern faces. Perfect for spooky celebrations!.
  2. The cookies have a tender and chewy texture, with a surprise chocolate center.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 200
  • Total Fat: 10g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 30g
  • Protein: 3g