Get ready to elevate your baking game with a spine-chilling twist! These Cake Mix Bloodshot Eyeball Cookies are not only a feast for the eyes but also a delectable treat that will leave your guests both intrigued and delighted. Perfect for Halloween parties, spooky movie nights, or just for fun, these vibrant red cookies are easy to whip up and are sure to be the talk of the town. With just a few simple ingredients and a dash of creativity, you can turn an ordinary cookie into a ghoulishly delightful masterpiece. Are you ready to bake something that’s both delicious and a little bit creepy? Let’s dive into the recipe!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 27 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 box cake mix (red velvet)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- Red gel food coloring
- Chocolate syrup for decoration
- Edible eyes for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the box of red velvet cake mix, 2 large eggs, and 1/2 cup of vegetable oil. Stir until the mixture is well combined and smooth.
- Add in 1 cup of white chocolate chips to the cake batter, folding them in gently until evenly distributed.
- If you want a deeper red color, add a few drops of red gel food coloring to the batter and mix until you achieve your desired shade.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie to allow for spreading.
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still slightly soft. They will continue to firm up as they cool.
- Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- While the cookies are cooling, prepare the decorations. Squeeze a small amount of chocolate syrup into a bowl for drizzling.
- Once the cookies are completely cool, place one edible eye on top of each cookie to create the eyeball effect.
- Drizzle the chocolate syrup over the cookies in a way that resembles bloodshot veins, adding a spooky touch to your eyeball cookies.
- Serve your Cake Mix Bloodshot Eyeball Cookies to friends and family, and enjoy the deliciously spooky treat!
Tips
- Choose the Right Cake Mix: While red velvet is a classic choice, feel free to experiment with other flavors like chocolate or vanilla for a unique twist on the eyeball theme!
- Achieve the Perfect Color: If you want your cookies to have a more intense red hue, don’t hesitate to add extra drops of red gel food coloring. Just remember to mix thoroughly for an even color.
- Keep an Eye on Baking Time: Every oven is different, so keep a close watch on your cookies as they bake. You want the edges to be set while the centers remain soft for that perfect chewy texture.
- Decorate Creatively: Get creative with your decorations! Instead of just chocolate syrup, consider using colored icing or edible glitter to enhance the spooky effect.
- Chill the Dough: If you have time, chilling the cookie dough for about 30 minutes before baking can help the cookies maintain their shape and prevent excessive spreading.
- Storage Tips: Store any leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. They also freeze well, so you can save some for later!
- Serve with a Theme: For an extra spooky touch, serve these cookies on a Halloween-themed platter or alongside other themed treats to create a fun dessert table.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
