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Spooky Halloween Cookie Cake with Candy Eyeballs

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A fun, stress-free Halloween dessert featuring a soft-baked chocolate chip cookie cake topped with candy eyeballs. It combines comfort food textures with spooky visual appeal, perfect for parties or quiet late-night cravings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips
  • 6–12 large candy eyeballs

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a 9-inch or 10-inch round cake pan lightly with butter or cooking spray.
  3. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugars (granulated and brown) until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Fold in the chocolate chips with a spatula.
  8. Press the dough firmly and evenly into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the surface to about half an inch thick.
  9. Press the candy eyeballs into the top of the dough, spacing them out evenly.
  10. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until edges are golden brown and the center still looks slightly soft.
  11. Remove from oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
  12. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing into wedges.

Notes

Ensure butter is softened but not melted to prevent excessive spreading. Do not overmix the dough to keep the cake tender. The center will continue to cook as it cools, so remove from oven when slightly soft. Candy eyeballs can be added in the last 5 minutes of baking if concerned about melting.

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Keywords: Halloween, cookie cake, candy eyeballs, chocolate chip, easy dessert, party food, spooky treats

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