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Harry Potter Sorting Hat Cookies

Magical Harry Potter Sorting Hat Cookies for Your Party

These Harry Potter Sorting Hat Cookies are a delightful treat for any gathering, featuring chocolatey goodness with colorful M&M’s surprises inside.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 22 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup Unsalted butter Adds richness and moisture; margarine can be used if necessary.
  • 1 cup Brown sugar Sweetens and provides a chewy texture; light brown sugar works for a milder flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated sugar Increases sweetness and contributes to a crisp edge.
  • 1 package Butterscotch pudding mix Enhances flavor and moisture; vanilla pudding mix can be a nice alternative.
  • 2 large Eggs Binds the ingredients together; fresh eggs yield the best texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Provides depth of flavor; swap it for almond extract for a nutty twist.
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour Gives structure; a gluten-free flour mix makes this cookie accessible for all.
  • 1/2 cup Cocoa powder Infuses chocolate flavor and color; consider Dutch-process cocoa for a smoother taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Adds tenderness; this can be skipped if you're in a pinch.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda Works as a leavening agent; make sure it's fresh for the best results.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Balances out the sweetness; kosher salt adds a unique flavor.
For the Colorful Surprise
  • 1 cup Mini M&M’s These delightful bits of color and flavor hide in the cookies.
  • 24 pieces Hershey’s kisses Adds the perfect chocolatey finishing touch.

Equipment

  • Stand mixer
  • Baking sheets
  • parchment paper
  • cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together the unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add in eggs, butterscotch pudding mix, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  4. Gradually add all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt, mixing until just combined.
  5. Scoop 1-inch balls of dough and place them on the baking sheets, pressing a dimple into each ball.
  6. Fill each dimple with mini M&M’s and roll the dough around them to conceal.
  7. Bake the cookies for approximately 7 minutes until edges are set and centers look slightly underdone.
  8. Add a Hershey’s kiss on top of each cookie while still warm.
  9. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for about an hour.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 2IUCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These cookies are versatile; feel free to customize with mini chocolate chips or different toppings for a unique twist. Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

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