Description
Delight in the charm of these adorable Homemade Owl Cookies that are perfect for kids and fun-loving bakers alike! With a crispy golden exterior and chocolate chip eyes, these whimsical treats are not only delicious but also easy to make. Gather your little ones for a joyful baking session that will fill your kitchen with warmth and laughter. Ideal for birthday parties or an afternoon snack, these cookies promise to bring smiles all around!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Decorative sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Gradually mix this into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Gently fold in chocolate chips using a spatula.
- Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop dough onto prepared baking sheets and shape into owl figures; add extra chocolate chips for eyes.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden around the edges. Allow cooling on wire racks before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg