How to Make Hocus Pocus Inspired Chocolate Chip Cookies

A Spellbinding Twist on a Classic Treat

Bring a bit of magic into your kitchen with these bewitching Hocus Pocus Inspired Chocolate Chip Cookies. Perfect for Halloween or any time you need a touch of enchantment, these cookies are packed with chocolatey goodness and topped with colorful M&M’s that add a whimsical, magical flair.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
• Purple, green, and orange food coloring (gel works best)
• 1 1/2 cups M&M’s (in Halloween colors or your choice)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C): Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Cream the butter and sugars together: In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
3. Mix the dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
4. Combine the wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
5. Stir in the chocolate chips: Fold in the semisweet chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
6. Divide and color the dough: Divide the dough into three equal parts. Add a few drops of purple food coloring to one part, green to another, and orange to the last. Mix each section of dough until the colors are evenly distributed.
7. Shape the cookies: Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Flatten each ball slightly with your hand or the bottom of a glass.
8. Top with M&M’s: Press a few M&M’s into the top of each cookie, ensuring they stick well to the dough.
9. Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still slightly soft. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Serving Suggestions: Makes approximately 24-30 cookies.Enjoy these cookies with a cold glass of milk or your favorite warm drink. These colorful cookies are perfect for sharing during Halloween celebrations or as a fun, everyday treat to brighten up your day.

Magical Touch: The vibrant colors and playful M&M’s make these cookies not just a treat for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes. They’re sure to be a hit at parties or as a fun baking project with kids, bringing a little bit of magic into your home.