Skull Sugar Cookies for Halloween
Skull Sugar Cookies for Halloween are a delightful fusion of spooky fun and sweet indulgence. These soft and chewy cookies, shaped like skulls and adorned with vibrant icing, will captivate both children and adults at your Halloween gatherings. Easy to make and customize, they provide an excellent opportunity to unleash your creativity while celebrating the festive spirit. Gather your loved ones for a night of laughter, ghost stories, and these charming treats that are sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 42 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 5 tbsp milk (adjust for consistency)
- Food coloring (black, orange, green)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients until dough forms; do not overmix.
- Chill dough for one hour, then roll out on a floured surface.
- Cut into skull shapes using a cookie cutter. Bake on parchment-lined sheets for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden.
- Let cool completely before decorating with icing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg