Best 2 Candy Corn Sugar Cookies Recipes

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Calling all candy corn enthusiasts! If you're seeking a sweet treat that captures the vibrant spirit of autumn and satisfies your sugar cravings, look no further than candy corn sugar cookies. These delightful morsels blend the irresistible flavors and colors of the classic Halloween candy into a chewy, buttery cookie. With their festive appearance and delicious taste, these cookies are sure to be a hit at your next gathering or as a special treat for yourself. So, grab your apron, gather your ingredients, and embark on a culinary adventure to create the perfect candy corn sugar cookies that will add a touch of magic to your day.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CANDY-CORN SUGAR COOKIES



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These petite fall treats will charm all but the grumpiest ghouls. Simple sugar cookies are garnished with candy corn pieces for a sweet fall treat.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Time 30m

Yield Makes about 36

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, very soft
1/2 cup sugar
1 large egg yolk
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup all-purpose flour, (spooned and leveled)
About 36 candy corns

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place butter and sugar in a medium bowl; beat with a wooden spoon until combined. Beat in egg yolk, vanilla, baking powder, and salt. Add flour, and mix until a dough forms.
  • Scoop out level teaspoons of dough, and roll into balls (chill dough briefly if it becomes too soft to handle). Place balls on baking sheets, 2 inches apart.
  • Bake, rotating sheets halfway through, until edges are firm and cookies are dry to the touch (do not let cookies color), 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Remove from oven; gently press a candy corn into center of each cookie (surface of cookies may crack slightly). Cool on sheets 1 minute; transfer to a rack to cool completely.

CANDY-CORN SUGAR COOKIES



CANDY-CORN SUGAR COOKIES image

Categories     Cookies     Nutmeg

Yield 36 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, very soft
1/2 cup sugar
1 large egg yolk
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled)
About 36 candy corns

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place butter and sugar in a medium bowl; beat with a wooden spoon until combined. Beat in egg yolk, vanilla, baking powder, and salt. Add flour, and mix until a dough forms. 2. Scoop out level teaspoons of dough, and roll into balls (chill dough briefly if it becomes too soft to handle). Place balls on baking sheets, 2 inches apart. 3. Bake, rotating sheets halfway through, until edges are firm and cookies are dry to the touch (do not let cookies color), 10 to 12 minutes. 4. Remove from oven; gently press a candy corn into center of each cookie (surface of cookies may crack slightly). Cool on sheets 1 minute; transfer to a rack to cool completely.

Tips:

  • For a softer cookie, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
  • To make the cookies more festive, use Halloween-themed sprinkles or candy corn pieces as decorations.
  • If you don't have a candy corn cookie cutter, you can use a round cookie cutter and then cut the cookies into candy corn shapes with a knife.
  • To make the cookies even more delicious, try using a different type of frosting, such as chocolate or cream cheese frosting.
  • Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Candy corn sugar cookies are a fun and easy treat to make for Halloween. They're perfect for parties, potlucks, or just for snacking on at home. With their festive colors and delicious taste, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat to make, give these candy corn sugar cookies a try. You won't be disappointed.

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