Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper, setting it aside.
In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter and granulated sugar. Use an electric mixer to beat until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3 minutes, filling your kitchen with a sweet, creamy aroma.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. The mixture should become smooth and slightly glossy.
Stir in vanilla extract, then gradually add the flour, mixing just until combined. The dough will be soft but manageable, with a slightly sticky texture.
Using a tablespoon, scoop dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing each dollop evenly to allow for spreading. Gently press down the dough if needed to shape it into a rough house silhouette.
Bake the cookies for 12-15 minutes, until edges are golden brown and cracks appear on the surface, giving them a haunted, weathered look. The smell should be warm and inviting, with a hint of caramel.
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the sheet for about 5 minutes, which helps them set and prevents breaking.
Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, melt the chocolate in a microwave or double boiler until smooth and glossy.
Use a decorating brush or spoon to drizzle melted chocolate over the cooled cookies, creating streaks that mimic spooky cracks and windows.
Add spooky sprinkles on top while the chocolate is still soft, pressing gently to make sure they stick, and creating a festive haunted house scene.
Allow the decorated cookies to sit until the chocolate is set, then enjoy these charming, spooky treats that are perfect for Halloween celebrations.
