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Witch Finger Cookies

Witch Finger Cookies are crafted from buttery dough shaped into realistic, knobby finger-like forms with almond nails, then baked until golden and crisp. Their eerie appearance is complemented by a tender, crumbly texture and subtle almond aroma, making them perfect for Halloween festivities.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 24
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Halloween
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 20 whole almond slices for nails

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes, and it turns pale.
  3. Add the egg and almond extract to the butter mixture, then beat until well combined and smooth, approximately 1 minute.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms.
  5. Divide the dough into 24 equal pieces, then roll each piece into an elongated finger shape, tapering the ends slightly and adding knobby details for a creepy effect.
  6. Place each shaped dough finger onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1-2 inches apart.
  7. Use a small knife or toothpick to gently press a shallow notch at the top of each finger to hold an almond slice for a fingernail.
  8. Gently press an almond slice into each notch to resemble a fingernail, securing it lightly with the dough if needed.
  9. Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the fingers look slightly cracked and spooky.
  10. Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. Once cooled, these eerie cookies are ready to serve. Their realistic fingers are perfect for Halloween parties or spooky movie nights.

Notes

For more realistic claws, slightly bend some of the finger shapes before baking. Use a food-safe marker or chocolate to add extra details if desired.