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Easy Cauldron Cookies

Easy Cauldron Cookies for a Spooktacular Treat Adventure

These Easy Cauldron Cookies are a delightful treat perfect for Halloween celebrations.
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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
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 box Devil's Food Cake Mix Provides a rich chocolate base; can substitute with similar cake mix.
  • 2 large Eggs Acts as binding and leavening agent; no substitution recommended.
  • 1/2 cup Canola or Vegetable Oil Adds moisture; melted butter can be used for deeper flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Food Coloring Optional but recommended for aesthetic appeal.
For the Buttercream Frosting
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Essential for creaminess; can use salted butter.
  • 4 cups Powdered Sugar Provides sweetness; consider a sugar alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor profile; no substitutions.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Essential for bolstering flavor.
  • 3 tablespoons Milk Adjusts frosting consistency; any milk or alternative works.
  • 1 teaspoon Green Food Coloring Crucial for 'potion' effect; use other colors if desired.
For Decoration
  • 1 cup Round Green Sprinkles For a festive presentation; optional but recommended.
  • 1 cup Halloween Sprinkles
  • 1 cup Candy Eyeballs
  • 10 pieces Pretzel Sticks

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • muffin pan
  • Piping bag

Method
 

Step‑By‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease three 12-count mini muffin pans.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine Devil's Food Cake Mix, eggs, canola oil and black food coloring, stirring until smooth.
  3. Scoop 1/2 tablespoon of the dough into each muffin cup, flattening gently.
  4. Bake for 8-10 minutes, then create indentations in the center while warm.
  5. Allow to cool in the pans for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  6. Beat unsalted butter until creamy, add powdered sugar, vanilla, salt, and milk until smooth. Mix in green food coloring.
  7. Fill cooled cookie cups with buttercream frosting, allowing it to overflow for a bubbling effect.
  8. Decorate with sprinkles, candy eyeballs, and pretzel sticks to complete the cauldron look.
  9. Serve and enjoy your delightful Easy Cauldron Cookies!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 5mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookie cups in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days at room temperature.

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