Get ready to transform your kitchen into a Halloween wonderland with these adorable Orange Mickey Halloween Cookies that are guaranteed to cast a spell on both kids and adults! These festive treats combine the perfect blend of classic cookie comfort and Disney-inspired creativity, making them the ultimate seasonal dessert that will have everyone talking. Whether you're planning a Halloween party, looking for a fun baking project, or simply want to add some magical charm to your dessert table, these Mickey-themed cookies are about to become your new favorite seasonal sensation!
Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Orange icing
- Black decorating gel
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until well combined. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough and roll into balls. Place on prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set.
- Remove from oven and let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, use orange icing to cover the entire cookie surface.
- Using black decorating gel, carefully create Mickey Mouse ears and facial features on each cookie.
- Allow icing to set completely before serving or storing in an airtight container.
Tips
- Ensure your butter is truly softened but not melted for the perfect cookie texture.
- Use room temperature eggs to help them blend more smoothly into the batter.
- Don't overmix the dough - this can lead to tough cookies.
- For clean Mickey Mouse ears, use a steady hand with the decorating gel and consider practicing on parchment paper first.
- Let cookies cool completely before decorating to prevent icing from melting.
- Use gel food coloring for vibrant orange icing that really pops.
- Store cookies in a single layer to prevent the decorations from smudging.
- For extra Halloween flair, consider adding edible glitter or sprinkles to your icing.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 186kcal
Carbohydrates: 27g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 32mg
