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Unleash Spookiness with Black Magic Cookies Recipe

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Black Magic Cookies are rich, dark chocolate cookies made with black cocoa powder and loaded with melty chocolate chips. Their bold flavor and spooky black color make them the perfect Halloween treat or anytime indulgence for chocolate lovers.

Ingredients

  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup black cocoa powder (or dark cocoa powder)
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips
  • Optional: black gel food coloring
  • Optional: Halloween sprinkles, candy eyes, or edible glitter for decoration

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, black cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing well. If using food coloring, stir it in now.
  5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until a thick dough forms.
  6. Fold in chocolate chips.
  7. Scoop dough into balls using a cookie scoop and place onto prepared baking sheets.
  8. Decorate with sprinkles or candy eyes if using.
  9. Bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are set and centers are soft.
  10. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

  • For an even deeper color, use black cocoa powder and a touch of black food coloring.
  • Don’t overbake—cookies will continue to cook as they cool.
  • Add chopped nuts or white chocolate chips for flavor and color contrast.
  • Turn into sandwich cookies with marshmallow or vanilla buttercream filling.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Freeze cookie dough balls for longer storage.

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