the must-try recipe for this Halloween season: Witch Finger Cookies! These spooky and fun treats are perfect for adding a touch of eerie delight to your festivities. Embrace the spirit of Halloween with this easy-to-make recipe that promises to impress both adults and kids alike.
Ingredients :
– 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 cup powdered sugar
– 1 egg
– 1 tsp almond extract
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 tsp baking powder
– 1 tsp salt
– Whole blanched almonds
– Red decorating gel
Instructions :
1. In a mixing bowl, cream together butter and powdered sugar until smooth. Add egg, almond extract, and vanilla extract, mix well.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until well combined.
3. Cover the dough and refrigerate for about 30 minutes.
4. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
5. Roll dough into finger-shaped pieces, about 3-4 inches long. Use your fingers to create knuckle shapes, then press an almond into one end to resemble a fingernail.
6. Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 17-20 minutes or until lightly golden.
7. Let the cookies cool on a wire rack.
8. Once the cookies are completely cool, use red decorating gel to create fake blood around the almond fingernail for a spooky effect.
Enjoy these Witch Finger Cookies at your next Halloween gathering for a deliciously creepy treat !