Witch Finger Halloween Cookies
Witch Finger Halloween Cookies are a delightfully spooky treat that adds a touch of fright to your Halloween festivities. With crispy edges and a chewy almond-flavored center, these eerie cookies are shaped like witch fingers, complete with slivered almond nails for an extra creepy effect. Perfect for parties or a fun family baking session, these cookies will enchant both kids and adults alike!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp almond extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 cup slivered almonds
- Red food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and almond extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour and baking soda; gradually add to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Shape the dough into finger-like forms, placing slivered almonds at one end as nails.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg