Ingredients
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- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Food coloring (orange, black, purple)
- Icing decorations (edible Halloween-themed shapes)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and baking powder.
- In a separate large bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until creamy. Add egg and vanilla, mix well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until combined.
- Divide dough and tint each portion with food coloring to create vibrant Halloween hues.
- Roll out dough and use cookie cutters to cut into spooky shapes like witches, bats, and pumpkins.
- Place cookies on prepared baking sheets and bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are golden.
- Cool cookies on wire racks. Decorate with colored icing and edible decorations themed for Halloween.
Notes
- Use different food colorings for a variety of spooky effects.
- Decorate cookies once completely cooled for best icing adhesion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150 Kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg