Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Orange, green, and black icing for decorating
- Candy eyes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add egg and vanilla to the creamed mixture and beat until combined.
- Gradually add flour mixture, mixing until a dough forms.
- Divide dough into portions and roll out on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness.
- Cut into shape cookies like witches hats, stars, or ghosts using cookie cutters or freehand shapes.
- Place cookies on prepared baking sheets and bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are golden.
- Allow cookies to cool completely before decorating with colorful icing and candy eyes.
Notes
- For best results, chill the dough for 30 minutes before rolling.
- Use piping bags for detailed icing decorations.
- Store decorated cookies in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Method: Baking and decorating
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150 Kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg