Halloween Cookies
Fun and creative Halloween cookies that are easily customizable and perfect for celebrations.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 2 tablespoons milk (for frosting)
- Food coloring (for decorations)
- Sprinkles and edible decorations (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix the flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
- Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing well.
- Combine the flour mixture into the butter mixture until just incorporated.
- Chill the dough for about 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Shape and cut out cookies with Halloween-themed cookie cutters.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes then transfer to a wire rack.
- Make the frosting by mixing powdered sugar and milk until smooth, adding food coloring as desired.
- Decorate cookies with frosting and sprinkles once cooled.
Notes
Room temperature ingredients yield a smoother batter. Chilling the dough helps prevent spreading.