Get ready to cast a spell on your Halloween festivities with these delightfully eerie "Wicked Witch Finger Cookies"! Perfect for trick-or-treaters or your next haunted gathering, these creepy confections are not only a treat for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes. With their ghastly finger shapes and almond "nails," they’re sure to elicit gasps of delight and horror from your guests. Plus, they’re incredibly easy to make! So, roll up your sleeves and prepare for some wickedly fun baking that will leave everyone wanting more!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 24 whole almonds
- Red food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and powdered sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract to the butter-sugar mixture. Beat until fully combined and smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- If you wish to create a more eerie effect, add a few drops of red food coloring to the dough, mixing until you achieve your desired color.
- Using your hands, take small portions of dough (about 1 tablespoon each) and roll them into finger shapes, tapering one end to create a point. Make sure each cookie is about 3-4 inches long.
- Press a whole almond firmly into the pointed end of each cookie to resemble a fingernail.
- Place the shaped cookies on the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between each cookie as they will spread slightly while baking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Keep an eye on them to prevent overbaking.
- Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once the cookies are cool, you can add additional red food coloring to the edges of the almond "nails" for a bloody effect, if desired.
- Serve your Halloween Wicked Witch Finger Cookies on a spooky platter and enjoy the delight and fright they bring to your Halloween festivities!
Tips
- Chill Your Dough: If the dough becomes too soft while shaping, refrigerate it for 15-20 minutes to make it easier to handle.
- Customize Your Colors: For a spookier look, experiment with different shades of red food coloring or even green for a witchy twist!
- Perfect Almond Placement: Ensure that the almonds are pressed firmly into the dough to prevent them from falling off during baking.
- Watch the Bake Time: Keep a close eye on your cookies as they bake; they can go from perfectly golden to overdone quickly.
- Serve with a Twist: For an extra fright, drizzle some melted chocolate or red icing over the cookies before serving to enhance the spooky effect.
- Storage Tips: Store your cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, but they are best enjoyed fresh!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 16g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 35mg
