Easy Candy Corn Cookie Recipes

2023 Author: Lynn Laird | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-08-25 09:49

Raspberry crumble, various mini cakes, frozen sandwiches, cupcakes and so on… yes, we all know the little desserts that make our mouth water. And today, we will have the great pleasure to present to you another similar sweet temptation to concoct in two steps and three movements. These are several easy cookie recipes where the so-called "candy corn" makes the difference and is a great option to bring originality to the Halloween party. But what exactly does this type of candy represent?

"Candy corn" or candy corn: what is it?

Consumed mainly on Halloween in the United States and Canada, candy corn are small tricolor cones, yellow, orange and white, which recall the appearance of corn seeds, hence its original name "chicken food". This type of confectionery comes in a wide range of colors in order to be suitable for different parties.

In our current article, we're going to incorporate candy corn into a few easy cookie recipes to give these an American and colorful vibe. In addition, our team has prepared some surprises for you. Hold the line !

Easy and Fluffy Candy Corn Cookie Recipes: A Variation with White Chocolate Chips

Need a soft cookie recipe? Discover our first proposal that your children will certainly appreciate. What's more, these wonderful cookies can be used as gourmet and original Halloween cookies. Here are the ingredients to get:

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons of cream
• 2 cups of flour
• 2 teaspoons of cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon of baking soda
• pinch of salt, optional and to taste
• 1 1/2 cup of candy corn
• 1 cup of white chocolate chips

Preparation steps:

1. In a bowl, combine the unsalted butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, egg and vanilla. Mix using an electric mixer until you get a creamy and frothy mixture, about 5 minutes.

2. Stop blending, scrape the sides of the bowl and stir in the cream, flour, cornstarch, baking soda and salt. Mix on low speed until blended, about 1 minute.

3. Next, add the corn candies and the white chocolate chips and mix to obtain a homogeneous preparation.

4. Using an ice cream scoop, shape your quick cookies by flattening them slightly. Cover with clear cling film and refrigerate for 3 hours.

5. Carefully place candy corn inside each cookie.

6. Preheat the oven to 180 ° C, line a baking sheet with baking paper and place the cookies on it, spacing them apart. Cook for about 9 minutes, no more.

Simple and easy candy corn and chocolate cookie recipe

Ingredients needed:

• 1/3 cup dark cocoa powder
• 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon of salt
• 1 1/4 cup flour
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2/3 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla
• 1 large egg
• 3/4 cup chocolate chips
• 3/4 cup honey roasted peanuts
• 3/4 cup candy corn

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 180 ° C and line a cookie sheet with baking paper. Then whisk the cocoa, baking soda, salt and flour in a medium bowl and set aside. Pour the two types of sugar as well as the butter in the bowl of an electric mixer and mix until you obtain a creamy preparation. Add the egg and vanilla and mix to get a smooth consistency. Then add the dry ingredients and mix until smooth. Finally, add the chocolate chips and candy corn.

Shape the dough into balls and place them on the cookie sheet, spacing them apart. Place corn candies inside each cookie, taking care that they are well "locked" because the candy corn will melt on contact with the baking paper. Cook for 9-12 minutes

Candy corn cookies: easy cookies shaped like candy corn

Our easy candy corn cookie recipes continue but this time we're going to show you a different twist that your kids are sure to enjoy especially around Halloween. Here is the list of ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 cups of flour
• 1 teaspoon of baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• Yellow and orange food coloring

Cream the butter and sugar for about 5-7 minutes and then stir in the vanilla. Take another bowl and whisk together the flour, baking soda and salt. Gradually incorporate the dry mixture into the creamy mixture while mixing.

Then, divide the resulting dough in half. Color one of the portions yellow. Divide the second part into two portions of two-thirds and one-third. Tint the larger one orange, leave the smaller one white.

Shape each portion into sticks 20 cm long. Flatten the top and push the sides lightly to create an angle. Place the orange piece on top of the yellow one. Finally, add the white paste while forming a slightly rounded top. Wrap tightly in clear cling film and refrigerate for about 4 hours.

Then, preheat the oven to 180ºC, unwrap the dough and cut it into thin slices. Arrange them on a baking sheet lined with ungreased baking paper. Bake for 10-12 minutes and then let cool on a wire rack.

Simple and easy cookie recipe: a variation of classic candy corn cookies that makes our mouth water

There are literally endless options for easy cookie recipes, and our next idea is proof of that. Combining cornflakes with chocolate chips and corn candies, the following small cookie recipe can be prepared for up to 30 minutes and is an ideal choice for the Halloween party. So don't delay and get yourself the following ingredients:

For the cornflake crunch:

• 4 cups lightly crushed cornflakes
• 1/2 cup powdered milk
• 3 tablespoons of sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

For the cookies:

• 1 1/2 cup flour
• 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 170 g unsalted butter, softened
• 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup chopped corn candy + some extra candy corn to dust the cookies
• Cornflake crunch

Preparation of the crunch:

1. Preheat the oven to 130 ° C and line a baking sheet with baking paper.
2. In a large bowl, mix the cornflakes with the powdered milk, sugar, salt and butter until blended.
3. Spread the preparation on the prepared container and bake for about 18-20 minutes.
4. Let the crunch cool completely.

Preparation of the Halloween candy corn cookie recipe:

In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Take another bowl and combine the butter with the sugar in it. Beat at medium-high speed until you obtain a frothy preparation. Then add the egg and vanilla and beat again. Pour in the dry ingredients and mix on low speed. Then, fold in the crunch, chocolate chips and candies and whisk.

Shape each cookie from 1/4 cup of dough. Lay each piece on parchment paper at a distance of 10 cm and flatten the top. Refrigerate overnight. The next day, preheat the oven to 160 ° C with the rack in the center. Bake the cookies for 13 minutes. Then put 2 candy corn on top of each piece and bake again for another 4 minutes. Let cool completely and enjoy!

Easy Candy Corn Cookie Recipes: An American Tradition That Has Invaded Our Kitchens

Are you looking for an easy Halloween recipe to concoct? No problem ! Quick candy corn cookies are super versatile and very popular this Halloween season. It is enough only to give them a spooky touch thanks to an adapted decoration. So, get a pastry bag and give free rein to your imagination!

Thanks to their extremely versatile appearance, candy corn fits into any easy cookie recipe! So you can simply prepare your kid's favorite cookies by slipping a candy corn into them for more color and originality. We recommend that you opt for dark chocolate treats to achieve a contrast that makes you crack.

This year, is it your turn to organize the party to celebrate the evening of October 31? If so, we invite you to opt for our easy candy corn cookie recipes which are indeed one of the symbols of Halloween in the United States and Canada. What's more, kids love them. However, you also need to think about how your Halloween cookies will be presented. So, think of a container that matches the festive decor, such as a pumpkin-shaped bowl, for example.

Here's another presentation tip: combine your candy corn cookies with other Halloween cookies to create a dynamic and original set. Pumpkin, ghost shaped treats and so on, you are spoiled for choice.

Let's end our article on easy candy corn cookie recipes with two fun ideas to adopt for the Halloween party this year. To make the first one, you'll need Disney pattern cookie cutters, but using other designs is always welcome, of course.

The second design combines two of Hallowen's most popular designs: Candy Corn and Jack O'Lantern. All you need to do is arm yourself with a piping bag and spark your creativity. Children can also participate.

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