Enjoy a spooky treat! These Ghost Cookies are quick to prepare and perfect for Halloween celebrations with kids.
Ghost Cookies: The Cutest Spooky Treat for Halloween
When Halloween rolls around, there’s no shortage of spooky sweets, but few treats are as adorable (and easy!) as these Halloween Ghost Cookies. Whether you’re planning a classroom party, family movie night, or just want something fun to make with the kids, these cute ghost cookies are guaranteed to steal the show. Best of all, they take minimal effort and no complicated baking skills. All you need are a few simple ingredients and a little imagination.
This easy ghost cookie recipe starts with something you probably already have on hand: large cookies! You can use chocolate chip, sugar cookies, or even premade cookies from the store. That’s what makes this such an easy recipe: you don’t need to start from scratch (unless you want to). If you’re in the mood for baking, grab your favorite sugar cookie dough, a rolling pin, and cookie cutters to make your own best cookie recipes right at home.
Once your cookies are ready and cooled to room temperature, line a prepared baking sheet with parchment paper to make cleanup easier. Each cookie gets a little dab of marshmallow fluff, which acts like glue for your ghost’s head. Then, place a large marshmallow right on top—it becomes the adorable ghost body! The best way to bring them to life? Add a spooky face using black frosting, royal icing, or even black edible ink pens. For an extra charming look, consider using candy eyes or mini chocolate chips for a more playful effect.
This step-by-step cookie idea is a fantastic Halloween cookie activity for kids, too. There’s no need for a ghost cookie cutter, melted white chocolate, or complicated icing techniques, just simple fun that lets creativity shine. The only thing you might need help with is resisting the urge to eat them as you decorate!
Easy Ghost Cookies
Want to take these Halloween ghost cookies up a notch? You can dip the entire top of the marshmallow in melted white chocolate before placing it on the cookie for a smooth, shiny finish. Just let any excess drip off before setting it down. For variety, try using Nutter Butter cookies for mini ghosts or potato balls for a silly, savory spin. The possibilities are endless, making this one of the best cookie recipes to experiment with this spooky season.
Once your ghosts are assembled, let them set on a cookie sheet for a few minutes before storing. To keep them fresh, place your finished cookies in an airtight container—they’ll stay soft and sweet for days. If you’re gifting them, wrap each cookie in plastic wrap and tie it with a festive ribbon for a Halloween-ready presentation.
These cute ghost cookies are more than just a dessert—they’re a memory in the making. Kids will love helping create their little marshmallow monsters, and adults will appreciate the simplicity (and minimal clean up). Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a parent looking for a quick Halloween cookie idea, this easy ghost cookie recipe is your new go-to.
If you love these, you can check out more of my best cookie recipes and spooky desserts in my Halloween collection. Some posts may contain affiliate links—you can read my full disclosure policy for details—but all opinions and ghostly giggles are 100% my own.
So grab your cookies, fluff, and frosting, and let’s make Halloween just a little bit sweeter. These ghost cookies are a spooky treat that proves you don’t need a cauldron or a witch’s spell to whip up something magical—just a few ingredients and a sprinkle of fun.
So head below for complete directions of this fun delicious treat!
Ghost Cookies
What you’ll need to make ghost cookies
Large Cookies (chocolate chip, sugar cookies, any premade cookie)
Black Frosting or black edible ink
Large Marshmallows
Fluff
How to make Halloween Ghost cookies
1. Dab a circle of fluff onto each cookie.
2. Using the black frosting, create a ghost face on each marshmallow.
3. Place the marshmallow onto the cookie.
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Ghost Cookies
Enjoy a spooky treat! These Ghost Cookies are quick to prepare and perfect for Halloween celebrations with kids.
Ingredients
- 12 Large Cookies (Sugar, Chocolate chip etc..)
- Black Frosting or edible paint pen
- 12 Large Marshmallows
- Fluff
Instructions
- Dab a circle of fluff onto each cookie.
- Using the black frosting, create a ghost face on each marshmallow.
- Place the marshmallow onto the cookie.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
12Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 258Total Fat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 152mgCarbohydrates: 37gFiber: 1gSugar: 21gProtein: 2g
Value depends on cookies used.
