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Witch's Finger Cookies

Witch’s Finger Cookies: A Spooky Treat You Can’t Resist!

  • Author: Midwest Mama's Kitchen
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

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

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the vanilla extract and mix well.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking powder.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until combined.
  6. Shape the dough into finger-like shapes, about 3 inches long.
  7. Press an almond into one end of each cookie to create a ‘nail’.
  8. Use a knife to create knuckle indentations on the cookies.
  9. If desired, add a drop of red food coloring to the tip of the almond for a bloody effect.
  10. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until lightly golden.
  11. 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