Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Food coloring (orange, black, purple)
- Decorative sprinkles and edible glitter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add egg and vanilla extract, mix well.
- Gradually add flour and baking powder, mix until dough forms.
- Divide dough into portions and knead in food coloring to achieve vibrant hues.
- Roll out dough on floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick.
- Cut into Halloween shapes like witches hats, broomsticks, or stars.
- Place cookies on prepared baking sheets and decorate with sprinkles and edible glitter.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are golden.
- Allow cookies to cool before decorating further if desired.
Notes
- Use various food colorings to make colorful decorations.
- For more detailed decorating, use icing or edible pens after baking.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150 Kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg