Halloween Witch Finger Butter Cookies
A fun and spooky treat perfect for Halloween celebrations, shaped like witch fingers and deliciously buttery.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 20 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Whole almonds or sliced almonds (for fingernails)
Instructions
- Prepare the dough: In a bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. This should take about 3-5 minutes.
- Mix in flavorings: Add the vanilla extract to the butter mixture. Mix until incorporated.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the butter mixture.
- Shape the cookies: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll the dough into finger shapes.
- Add fingernails: Press an almond into the tip of each cookie.
- Bake: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown on the edges.
- Cool and enjoy: Allow the cookies to cool on a wire rack.
Notes
Use room temperature butter for best results. Don’t overmix the dough.