Get spooky with Easy Cauldron Cookies, chocolatey cups filled with green buttercream and creepy decorations! These Festive Halloween Treats are perfect for parties or kid-friendly fun. Try this simple recipe for a quick, customizable dessert that screams Halloween!
Why You’ll Love Easy Cauldron Cookies
- Fun: Easy Cauldron Cookies bring Halloween magic to your table.
- Quick: Ready in under an hour for these festive Halloween treats.
- Easy: Cake mix base for this simple recipe.
- Customizable: Kid-friendly for these spooky cookie cups.
- Tasty: Chocolate and buttercream in these creepy dessert bites.
Ingredients for Easy Cauldron Cookies
Here’s what you’ll need for these festive Halloween treats (makes ~36 mini cookies):
Cookie Cups:
- 1 box (15.25 oz or 432g) Devil’s Food cake mix
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup (80ml) canola or vegetable oil
- 1 tsp black food coloring (optional)
Buttercream:
- ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups (250g) powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 1–2 tbsp (15–30ml) milk
- Green food coloring
Decorations:
- ¼ cup (30g) round green sprinkles
- 2 tbsp (15g) Halloween sprinkles (e.g., skulls, bones)
- 36 candy eyeballs
- 18 pretzel sticks, halved
Substitution: Use brownie mix for cake mix; store-bought frosting for buttercream.
Equipment
- Three 12-count mini muffin pans
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer or whisk
- Piping bag or zip-top bag
- Measuring spoons
- Wire rack
Ingredient Tips
- Cake Mix: Chocolatey base for these festive Halloween treats.
- Buttercream: Creamy filling for these spooky cookie cups.
- Sprinkles: Add texture to these creepy dessert bites.
- Candy Eyes: Spooky flair for this simple recipe.
- Pretzels: Mimic stir sticks in these festive Halloween treats.
Directions for Easy Cauldron Cookies
Let’s create these festive Halloween treats!
Prep and Mix Dough
I preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C), grease three mini muffin pans, and mix 1 box cake mix, 2 eggs, ⅓ cup oil, and 1 tsp black food coloring in a bowl for these Easy Cauldron Cookies.
Shape and Bake
I scoop ½ tbsp dough into each muffin cup, flatten slightly, and bake for 8–10 minutes until edges are set for these spooky cookie cups.
Indent and Cool
I press a 1 tbsp measuring spoon into each warm cookie to form a cup, then cool completely in pans before moving to a rack for these creepy dessert bites.
Make Buttercream
I beat ½ cup butter, add 2 cups powdered sugar, 1 tsp vanilla, a pinch of salt, 1–2 tbsp milk, and green food coloring until pipable for this simple recipe.
Assemble Cookies
I pipe green buttercream into cooled cups to mimic a potion for these festive Halloween treats.
Decorate Cookies
I top with green sprinkles, Halloween sprinkles, candy eyes, and a half pretzel stick per cup for these spooky cookie cups.
Serve Treats
I serve immediately or store for these creepy dessert bites’ Halloween fun.
Nutrition
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: ~30 minutes
- Yield: ~36 mini cookies
- Calories: ~100 kcal per cookie
- Macros per Cookie: 12g carbs, 1g protein, 5g fat
Variations for Easy Cauldron Cookies
Try these twists for these festive Halloween treats:
- Brownie Base: Use brownie mix for these spooky cookie cups.
- Cream Cheese: Swap buttercream for tangy frosting in these creepy dessert bites.
- Store-Bought: Use canned frosting for this simple recipe’s ease.
- Ganache: Fill with green-tinted white chocolate ganache for these festive Halloween treats.
- Colorful: Try purple or orange frosting for these spooky cookie cups.
Serving Ideas:
- Pair with Food and Tips’ hot cocoa for these creepy dessert bites.
- Serve with Food and Tips’ fruit skewers for these festive Halloween treats.
- Enjoy with Food and Tips’ punch for these spooky cookie cups.
Storage
I store these festive Halloween treats in an airtight container at room temperature for 3–4 days, refrigerate for 1 week, or freeze undecorated cups for 3 months, thawing before decorating for this simple recipe’s ease.
Serving Tips
- Presentation: Display Easy Cauldron Cookies on a spooky tray for festive Halloween treats appeal.
- Garnish: Add extra candy eyes for these spooky cookie cups’ charm.
- Pairing: Enjoy with Food and Tips’ milk for these creepy dessert bites.
- Portion Size: 2–3 cookies per serving for a sweet treat.
- Occasions: Perfect for Halloween parties, kid-friendly events, or festive gatherings.
FAQs About Easy Cauldron Cookies
Here are answers to common questions about these festive Halloween treats:
Can I use store-bought frosting?
Yes, tint it green for these spooky cookie cups’ ease.
Can I freeze decorated cookies?
Avoid freezing with sprinkles to prevent bleeding in these creepy dessert bites.
What’s the best cake mix?
Devil’s Food for rich flavor in this simple recipe.
Can kids help decorate?
Absolutely, they’ll love customizing these festive Halloween treats.
What pairs well?
Hot cocoa or punch complements these spooky cookie cups’ vibe.
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Conclusion
Easy Cauldron Cookies bring spooky, chocolatey fun to Halloween with creamy buttercream and playful decorations perfect for parties or kid-friendly treats. This simple recipe delivers festive Halloween treats that are quick to make and endlessly customizable. Enjoy these creepy dessert bites with your favorite spooky drinks for a hauntingly delicious time!
Easy Cauldron Cookies
Ingredients
Cookie Cups:
- 1 box 15.25 oz or 432g Devil’s Food cake mix
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup 80ml canola or vegetable oil
- 1 tsp black food coloring optional
Buttercream:
- ½ cup 113g unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups 250g powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 1 –2 tbsp 15–30ml milk
- Green food coloring
Decorations:
- ¼ cup 30g round green sprinkles
- 2 tbsp 15g Halloween sprinkles (e.g., skulls, bones)
- 36 candy eyeballs
- 18 pretzel sticks halved
Substitution: Use brownie mix for cake mix; store-bought frosting for buttercream.
Instructions
Prep and Mix Dough
- I preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C), grease three mini muffin pans, and mix 1 box cake mix, 2 eggs, ⅓ cup oil, and 1 tsp black food coloring in a bowl for these Easy Cauldron Cookies.
Shape and Bake
- I scoop ½ tbsp dough into each muffin cup, flatten slightly, and bake for 8–10 minutes until edges are set for these spooky cookie cups.
Indent and Cool
- I press a 1 tbsp measuring spoon into each warm cookie to form a cup, then cool completely in pans before moving to a rack for these creepy dessert bites.
Make Buttercream
- I beat ½ cup butter, add 2 cups powdered sugar, 1 tsp vanilla, a pinch of salt, 1–2 tbsp milk, and green food coloring until pipable for this simple recipe.
Assemble Cookies
- I pipe green buttercream into cooled cups to mimic a potion for these festive Halloween treats.
Decorate Cookies
- I top with green sprinkles, Halloween sprinkles, candy eyes, and a half pretzel stick per cup for these spooky cookie cups.
Serve Treats
- I serve immediately or store for these creepy dessert bites’ Halloween fun.
Notes
- Store in the cookie cups in an airtight container at room temperature for 3-4 days, or in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- The undecorated cookie cups can be frozen for up to three months
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