Spooky Witches' Fingers
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Spooky Witches' Fingers

These spooky cookies resemble witches' fingers, perfect for Halloween parties or themed gatherings. With a buttery texture and almond flavor, they are both fun to make and delicious to eat.

AmericanNullDessertHalloween
By Daria
10 minPrep
30 minCook
50 minTotal
24Servings
150Calories

Ingredients

  • Butter1 cup
  • Powdered sugar1 cup
  • Eggs1
  • Almond Extract1 teaspoon
  • vanilla extract1 teaspoon
  • All Purpose Flour2 2/3 cups
  • Baking powder1 teaspoon
  • Salt1 teaspoon
  • Almonds3/4 cup
  • Red Food Gel1 tube (0.75 ounces)

These Witches' Fingers cookies are a playful take on Halloween treats, combining buttery sweetness with a hint of almond flavor. The unique finger shape is sure to impress your guests and add a festive touch to any gathering. Use red decorating gel to create a ghoulish effect that makes them even more fun!

Substitutions

  • Substitute butter with margarine for a dairy-free option.
  • Use a gluten-free flour blend in place of all-purpose flour for gluten sensitivity.
  • Replace egg with 1/4 cup applesauce or a flax egg for a vegan version.

Instructions

  1. Mix the dough ingredients

    10 min

    In a large bowl, combine butter, confectioners' sugar, egg, almond extract, and vanilla extract. Use an electric mixer to beat until the mixture is smooth. Gradually add flour, baking powder, and salt until everything is well combined.

  2. Chill the dough

    Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 20 to 30 minutes. This will make it easier to shape the cookies later.

  3. Preheat the oven

    5 min

    Set your oven to 325°F (165°C) and lightly grease baking sheets to prepare for baking.

  4. Shape the cookies

    15 min

    Scoop a heaping teaspoon of dough and place it onto waxed paper. Roll it into a thin, finger-like shape. Press a whole almond into one end to mimic a fingernail, and squeeze the dough to form knuckles. Optionally, cut with a knife for added detail.

  5. Bake the cookies

    25 min

    Arrange the shaped cookies on the greased baking sheets and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until they are slightly golden. Keep an eye on them to avoid overbaking.

  6. Decorate the cookies

    10 min

    Once baked, remove the almonds from the ends, squeeze a small amount of red decorating gel into the cavities, and replace the almonds. This creates a gory effect with jam oozing out.

FAQ

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

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