Description
Witch’s Finger Cookies are a spooky and delicious treat perfect for Halloween or any festive occasion. These eerie cookies are shaped like fingers and adorned with almond ‘nails’ for a frightful yet tasty experience.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup whole almonds
- Red food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the vanilla extract and mix well.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking powder.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until combined.
- Shape the dough into finger-like shapes, about 3 inches long.
- Press an almond into one end of each cookie to create a ‘nail’.
- Use a knife to create knuckle indentations on the cookies.
- If desired, add a drop of red food coloring to the tip of the almond for a bloody effect.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until lightly golden.
- Allow to cool before serving.
Notes
- For a more intense flavor, consider adding almond extract to the dough.
- These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Feel free to experiment with different shapes and decorations for a unique twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg