Looking for a spooky-sweet treat that’s as fun to eat as it is to bake? These Vampire Cookies are soft, fudgy, and filled with a surprise “bloody” center that oozes when you bite in—perfect for Halloween parties, movie nights, or when you’re just in the mood for something a little wicked.
Made with rich cocoa, vanilla, and a cherry or raspberry “blood” filling, they’re creepy, cute, and absolutely delicious.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✅ Fun & Festive – A creepy twist for spooky season
✅ Rich & Chocolatey – Like a brownie in cookie form
✅ Hidden Surprise – Jam filling for a vampire “bite”
✅ Easy to Make – No chilling required
🦇 Ingredients (Makes 12–14 Cookies)
For the Cookie Dough:
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup white sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup cocoa powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
For the Filling:
- ⅓ cup raspberry or cherry jam (seedless works best)
- Optional: red food coloring for extra bold “blood” look
🧁 How to Make Vampire Cookies
Step 1: Make the Dough
In a bowl, cream together:
✔️ Butter
✔️ Brown and white sugar
Add the egg and vanilla, mixing until smooth. Stir in the dry ingredients: flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix until a soft dough forms.
Step 2: Stuff the Cookies
Take a tablespoon of dough and flatten it in your palm.
Add about ½ teaspoon of jam in the center, then top with another small piece of dough and seal the edges.
Roll gently into a ball and place on a baking sheet.
💡 Pro Tip: Freeze the jam in small dollops ahead of time to make stuffing easier!
Step 3: Bake
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 9–11 minutes until the cookies are set around the edges but still soft in the center.
Let cool on the tray for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Step 4: Add a Finishing Touch
If you want to be extra spooky, poke a toothpick in the center of each cookie and drizzle a bit more jam on top to look like vampire bites.
💡 Fun Variations
✔️ Use white chocolate chips for a “fang” look
✔️ Add almond extract for a blood-and-cherry twist
✔️ Try heart-shaped cutters for a Valentine vampire vibe
🧊 Storage Tips
Keep in an airtight container for up to 4 days—or freeze for up to 2 months. Just warm slightly before serving to enjoy that gooey center!
💖 Final Thoughts: A Cookie to Sink Your Teeth Into
Vampire cookies are the perfect combo of spooky and scrumptious—rich chocolate flavor on the outside, fruity “blood” on the inside. Whether it’s Halloween or just a fun baking day, these cookies are a total scream!
