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Irresistible Ghost Cookies Recipe Perfect for Halloween Treats

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These adorable ghost cookies are spooky, charming, and delicious—perfect for Halloween parties, baking with kids, or festive snacking.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons (10ml) vanilla extract
  • 3 cups (375g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon (4g) baking powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2 cups (240g) powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tablespoons (30-45ml) milk
  • Black food gel or edible marker

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup (226g) of softened unsalted butter and 1 cup (200g) of granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
  3. Add 1 large egg and 2 teaspoons (10ml) of vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 cups (375g) of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon (4g) of baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms. If the dough feels too sticky, add a tablespoon of flour at a time until it’s easier to handle.
  6. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4-inch thick. Use your ghost-shaped cookie cutter to cut out shapes and transfer them to the prepared baking sheets.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are just starting to turn golden. Keep an eye on them—they bake quickly!
  8. Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. While the cookies cool, prepare the icing. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 cups (240g) of powdered sugar and 2-3 tablespoons (30-45ml) of milk until smooth. Adjust the milk quantity for your desired consistency.
  10. Use a piping bag or zip-top bag to pipe the icing onto the cookies, leaving room for the ghost’s face. Let the icing set for about 30 minutes.
  11. Draw ghost faces using black food gel or edible markers. Get creative with expressions—spooky, silly, or surprised!

Notes

[‘Chill the dough for 15-20 minutes if it feels too soft.’, ‘Avoid overmixing the dough to prevent tough cookies.’, ‘Use room temperature butter and eggs for better texture.’, ‘Rotate baking trays halfway through for even baking.’, ‘Adjust icing consistency by adding more powdered sugar or milk as needed.’]

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Keywords: Halloween, ghost cookies, festive treats, Halloween cookies, spooky snacks

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