Witch Finger Cookies
Delightfully creepy cookies shaped like witch fingers, perfect for Halloween or any costume party.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten (for egg wash)
- slivered almonds (for nails)
- green food coloring (for extra creepiness)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and powdered sugar until smooth and fluffy. Make sure to scrape the sides of the bowl for that perfect consistency.
- Mix in the vanilla extract and almond extract for added flavor.
- Gradually add in the all-purpose flour, mixing until a soft dough forms. If it feels too sticky, refrigerate for about 30 minutes.
- Roll the dough into finger-like shapes. Press a slivered almond onto one end of each cookie to represent nails.
- Brush the cookies with a light coat of the beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Place the cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for about 15-20 minutes, or until lightly golden.
- Let them cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
For a crunchier texture, pre-bake the slivered almonds for a couple of minutes. These cookies keep fresh in an airtight container for up to a week.