Get ready to bewitch your taste buds with the most hauntingly delectable treat this season! These gluten-free, vegan spiderweb chocolate sugar cookies are not just a dessert - they're an edible work of art that will make your Halloween gatherings absolutely unforgettable. Imagine biting into a rich, chocolatey cookie adorned with an intricate white icing spiderweb that looks almost too beautiful to eat. Whether you're hosting a Halloween party or just craving a wickedly good sweet treat, these cookies are guaranteed to cast a delicious spell on everyone who tries them!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup vegan butter
- 1/4 cup almond milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup vegan chocolate chips
- White icing for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups of gluten-free all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup of cocoa powder, 1/2 tsp of baking soda, and 1/4 tsp of salt. Whisk these dry ingredients together until well combined.
- In another bowl, cream together 1/2 cup of vegan butter and 1 cup of sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
- Add 1/4 cup of almond milk and 1 tsp of vanilla extract to the butter and sugar mixture. Mix until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in 1/2 cup of vegan chocolate chips gently using a spatula or wooden spoon.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie to allow for spreading.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, or until the edges are firm and the tops look slightly cracked.
- Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once the cookies are completely cooled, use white icing to create a spiderweb design on top of each cookie. Start from the center and work your way out in a circular pattern, then use a toothpick or a small knife to drag lines from the center to the edges to form the web.
- Allow the icing to set for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your spiderweb chocolate sugar cookies!
Tips
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing and consistent texture.
- Don't overmix the dough - this can make your cookies tough instead of tender.
- Use parchment paper for easy cookie removal and even baking.
- For perfect spiderweb designs, use a piping bag or squeeze bottle for more control with the white icing.
- Let cookies cool completely before decorating to prevent icing from melting.
- If the icing is too thick, add a tiny bit of milk; if too thin, add powdered sugar.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to 5 days.
- For extra Halloween flair, sprinkle edible glitter or use black icing for contrast.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 120kcal
Carbohydrates: 18g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 0mg
