1. Prepare the Cookie Dough:
*In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
*Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then add the vanilla extract.
*In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
*Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
2. Prepare the Chocolate Filling:
* Place the milk chocolate chips or chunks in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between each, until melted and smooth.
3. Assemble the Cookies:
* Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
* Scoop out a tablespoon of cookie dough and flatten it into a disk.
* Place a small spoonful of melted milk chocolate in the center of the disk.
* Top with another disk of cookie dough and seal the edges to completely encase the chocolate.
* Shape the cookies into a round form and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
4. Bake:
* Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden. The centers may still look slightly soft, but they will firm up as they cool.
5. Decorate:
* Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack.
* Decorate with orange icing to create jack-o-lantern faces and use black icing to add details like eyes, noses, and mouths.
6. Serve:
* Enjoy these fun and festive cookies with a glass of milk or as a sweet treat for Halloween parties!
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