Description
These eerie yet delicious cookies are perfect for Halloween parties and are easy to make, making them a fun activity for the whole family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, cold
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Green food coloring
- Blanched almonds
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the cold butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and almond extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Add a few drops of green food coloring to the dough and mix until the desired color is achieved.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Once chilled, take small portions of dough and shape them into finger-like forms.
- Create knuckles and tips for a spooky effect.
- Press a blanched almond onto the tip of each cookie to resemble a fingernail.
- Place the cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
- Use cold butter to create a firmer dough that holds its shape during baking.
- Prep Time: 30
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: desserts
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (20g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Unsaturated Fat: 3
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 2
- Cholesterol: 20
Keywords: Halloween, cookies, spooky treats, family activity, festive baking