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Black Cat Cookies

Irresistible Black Cat Cookies for Spooky Halloween Fun

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These Black Cat Cookies are adorable treats for Halloween, perfect for bonding with kids while baking.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 box Devil’s Food Cake Mix or substitute with a homemade chocolate cookie recipe
  • 2 large Eggs essential for binding
  • 1/2 cup Canola or Vegetable Oil add moisture
  • 1 tbsp Black Food Coloring optional for richer color
For the Frosting
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter softened
  • 3 cups Powdered Sugar for sweetness
  • 1/4 cup Black Cocoa Powder for rich flavor
  • 1 tbsp Vanilla Extract enhances flavor
  • 2 tbsp Milk to adjust consistency
For the Decoration
  • 1 cup M&Ms (Green or Yellow) for cat's eyes
  • 1/4 cup Heart-Shaped Sprinkles for cat's nose
  • 1 cup Black Licorice for whiskers
  • 2 bars Hershey’s Chocolate Bars cut into triangles for ears

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Spatula
  • Hand Mixer
  • piping bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine Devil’s Food Cake Mix, eggs, and canola or vegetable oil. Mix until well blended and thick.
  3. Scoop and roll 1.5 tablespoons of dough into balls. Place on prepared sheets, leaving space for expansion.
  4. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until edges are set but centers are slightly soft. Cool on sheets for 5 minutes before transferring.
  5. Beat softened butter until creamy, then add powdered sugar, black cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth.
  6. Frost cooled cookies and decorate with M&Ms, sprinkles, licorice, and chocolate ears.
  7. Let decorated cookies sit at room temperature for 30 minutes to an hour to set.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use a stiff frosting for better shape retention while decorating. Cool cookies completely before frosting to preserve design.

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