Description
These whimsical cookies resemble spooky witch fingers, making them a perfect treat for Halloween gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon almond extract
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Green food coloring
- Slivered almonds for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract, beating until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the flour and salt to the wet mixture, stirring gently. Add green food coloring until the dough is a delightful green hue.
- Roll small portions of dough into finger-like shapes with uneven edges.
- Place a slivered almond at the tip of each cookie to act as the “nail.”
- Arrange the cookies on a lined baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until lightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Avoid overbaking to keep the cookies soft and tender. Chilling the dough before shaping can help maintain their form.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Halloween cookies, Witch fingers, Festive treats, Family baking, Easy cookies