Zombie Cookies: A Spooky Halloween Treat
Zombie Cookies are a fun and delicious treat perfect for Halloween. Candy eyes, a cake mix and a few other ingredients bring this recipe together so fast!
More great Halloween Desserts: Graveyard Frosting Board, Candy Corn Jello Cups, Candy Corn Cheesecakes, and a Skull Charcuterie Board.
These simple cake mix cookies are dyed green and decorated with creepy zombie eyes and sprinkles. Whether you’re hosting a Halloween party or just looking for a spooky treat to enjoy, these cookies are sure to be a hit.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
There are so many reasons to love these Zombie Cookies. First and foremost, they are incredibly easy to make. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can have a batch of deliciously spooky cookies ready to enjoy. The cake mix base makes these cookies soft and chewy, while the green food coloring adds a fun and festive touch. The addition of candy eyeballs and Halloween nonpareils gives these cookies a creepy an eye-catching appearance that is perfect for Halloween.
Ingredients
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You probably have most of these ingredients on hand, but you will need to get the Halloween Nonpareils and eyeball candies to complete the cookies! Here is a list of what you will need:
- White cake mix
- Vegetable oil
- Eggs
- Green food coloring
- Green and White Candy Eyeballs
- Halloween Nonpareils
How to Make a Zombie Cookie:
- To make Zombie Cookies, start by preheating your oven to 350 degrees and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the white cake mix, vegetable oil, and eggs, stirring until a cookie dough forms. Add the green food coloring and mix until the color is solid.
- Fold in the Halloween nonpareils for an extra festive touch. Use a cookie scoop to gather the dough and drop rounded balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 8-11 minutes, or until the cookies are done. Once out of the oven, immediately press one white and one green candy eyeball into each cookie for decorating.
Variations for the Recipe:
While the classic Zombie Cookies recipe is delicious on its own, there are a few variations you can try to change things up. For a chocolate twist, you can use a chocolate cake mix instead of white. You can also experiment with different colors of food coloring to create different zombie looks. Additionally, you can add different types of sprinkles or decorations to customize the cookies to your liking.
Storing and Making Ahead:
Zombie cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. If you want to make them ahead of time, you can prepare the dough and shape it into balls. Place the dough balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and freeze until solid. Once frozen, transfer the dough balls to a freezer-safe bag or container and store in the freezer for up to 3 months. When ready to bake, simply place the frozen dough balls on a baking sheet and bake as directed, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time if needed.
Common Questions about Zombie Cookies:
1. Can I use a different flavor of cake mix?
Yes, you can experiment with different flavors of cake mix to create unique variations of Zombie Cookies. Just keep in mind that the color and texture of the cookies may vary depending on the cake mix used.
2. Can I use homemade cake mix instead of a boxed mix?
Yes, you can use homemade cake mix if you prefer. Just make sure to adjust the measurements accordingly to match the amount of cake mix called for in the recipe.
3. Can I use gel food coloring instead of liquid food coloring?
Yes, you can use gel food coloring instead of liquid food coloring. Just be aware that gel food coloring is more concentrated, so you may need to use less to achieve the desired color.
4. Can I use different decorations instead of candy eyeballs and nonpareils?
Absolutely! Feel free to get creative with your decorations. You can use different types of sprinkles, edible glitter, or even draw on the cookies with icing to create unique zombie designs.
Zombie Cookies are a fun and delicious treat that will add a spooky touch to your Halloween celebrations. With their vibrant green color, creepy zombie eyes, and soft cake-like texture, these cookies are sure to impress both kids and adults alike. So grab your ingredients and get ready to bake up a batch of these frightfully tasty treats!
Zombie Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 box white cake mix 15.25 oz size
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 3-4 drops green food coloring
- Green and white candy eyeballs
- 3 tbsp Halloween Nonpareils
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees, and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Add the cake mix, oil, and eggs to a large bowl and stir until a dough forms.
- Add the food coloring, and mix until the color is solid.
- Then fold in the nonpareils.
- Use a cookie scoop to gather dough, and drop rounded balls of dough onto the baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 8-11 minutes, until cookies are done.
- Remove from the oven, and immediately add one white and one green eyeball to each cookie. Gently press into the cookie so that they stay in.
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More spooky fun Halloween recipes to try:
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- Frankenstein Monster Cupcakes
- Zombie Cake Mix Cookies
- Pumpkin Mousse Cups
- Halloween Dirt Cups
- Halloween Donuts
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