Calling all Disney fans and cookie lovers! Are you ready to transform your ordinary baking session into a magical adventure? These Easy Mickey Mouse Cookies are about to become your new favorite treat that combines delightful chocolate flavor with the most adorable character design. Perfect for kids' parties, Disney-themed events, or just a fun afternoon of baking, these cookies are guaranteed to bring smiles and create lasting memories. With simple ingredients and easy steps, even novice bakers can create these picture-perfect Disney-inspired treats that look almost too cute to eat!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 22 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Chocolate chips for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that your cookies will bake evenly and achieve a nice golden color.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup of softened butter and 1 cup of sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
- Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the butter and sugar mixture. Mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup of cocoa powder, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. This will help to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to tough cookies.
- Using your hands or a cookie scoop, form the dough into balls about 1 inch in diameter. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving enough space between each cookie to allow for spreading.
- To create the Mickey Mouse shape, take a smaller piece of dough and roll it into a ball for the ears. Place these smaller balls on top of the larger dough balls, positioning them to resemble Mickey Mouse's ears.
- Before baking, gently press a few chocolate chips into the center of each cookie for added decoration and flavor.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the centers are still soft.
- Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy your Easy Mickey Mouse Cookies with a glass of milk or share them with friends and family!
Tips
- Make sure your butter is truly softened but not melted for the perfect cookie texture.
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform-sized cookies that bake evenly.
- When forming Mickey ears, wet your fingers slightly to help the dough stick together smoothly.
- For extra precision in shaping, use a small round tool like a bottle cap to help create perfect ear shapes.
- Don't overbake! The cookies should look slightly underdone in the center when you remove them from the oven.
- Let cookies cool completely before storing to maintain their crisp texture.
- Store in an airtight container to keep them fresh for up to 5 days.
- For a fun variation, try using white chocolate chips or colored candy melts for decoration.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 150kcal
Carbohydrates: 18g
Protein: g
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 20mg
