Chocolate Candy Corn Sugar Cookies Plus A Vanilla Variation Recipe

Adorable and delicious! These brownie-like cookies are incredibly easy to make – no mixer required! Get a batch of these cute, candy corn-topped treats ready in under an hour. The slightly sticky dough creates a wonderfully chewy cookie; judge doneness by touch, not looks, to avoid overbaking. This recipe, adapted from Everyday Food magazine #16, also includes a simple vanilla variation for those who prefer a classic flavor. Perfect for fall baking!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 32 mins
Calories 31.2 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 4.3 (3 Reviews)
Chocolate Candy Corn Sugar Cookies Plus A Vanilla Variation

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Ingredients for Chocolate Candy Corn Sugar Cookies Plus A Vanilla Variation

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How to Make Chocolate Candy Corn Sugar Cookies Plus A Vanilla Variation

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, cream together 1/2 cup (113g) softened butter and 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar using a wooden spoon until light and fluffy.
  3. Add 1 large egg yolk, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Mix until well combined.
  4. Gradually add 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour and 1/4 cup (30g) unsweetened cocoa powder. Mix until a soft dough forms. (For vanilla variation: omit cocoa and use 3/4 cup (94g) flour)
  5. Scoop level tablespoons of dough and roll into balls.
  6. Place dough balls onto ungreased baking sheets.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are firm and the cookies feel dry to the touch. Do not overbake!
  8. Remove from oven and immediately press one candy corn into the center of each cookie.
  9. Let cool on the baking sheet for 1 minute before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

11g

Fat

4g

Carbs

1g