Description
These Hocus Pocus Binx Cookies are a fun and festive treat inspired by the beloved Halloween movie. They feature a black cocoa cookie base, decorated to resemble Thackery Binx with almond ears and M&M eyes.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups (180 g) all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup (20 g) black cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp. baking soda
- 1/4 tsp. kosher salt
- 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup (105 g) packed light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract
- Sanding sugar, for rolling
- Sliced raw almonds
- 1/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- Mini green M&M’s
- Mini brown M&M’s
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, using an electric mixer on medium-high speed, beat granulated sugar, butter, and brown sugar until creamy.
- Add egg and beat until incorporated, then beat in vanilla.
- Add dry ingredients and beat until just combined.
- Cover bowl and refrigerate until chilled, at least 30 minutes or up to 2 days.
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment.
- Using a medium (1 1/2-tablespoon) cookie scoop, scoop 24 portions; reserve remaining dough.
- Roll portions into 1″ balls, then roll in sanding sugar until coated.
- Arrange on prepared sheets, spacing 2″ apart. Flatten each ball to a 2″ circle.
- Scoop 1/4-teaspoon balls of reserved dough and roll into 1/2″ balls, then roll in sanding sugar until coated.
- Arrange 2 smaller balls on outer edge of top of flattened circles for ears. Slightly pinch tops to form triangle shapes.
- Place 2 sliced almonds on flattened circles for eyes, with the skinnier point facing toward the center.
- Bake cookies until edges are set, 8 to 10 minutes.
- Let cool 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack and let cool completely.
Notes
- For the eyes, you can use mini brown M&M’s instead of almonds if preferred.
- Ensure the dough is well-chilled for easier handling and to prevent spreading during baking.
- Decorate with mini green and brown M&M’s for the cat’s tail and nose if desired.