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Halloween Sugar Cookie Recipe

Halloween Sugar Cookie Recipe

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Elevate your Halloween celebrations with these delightful Halloween Sugar Cookies! Perfect for parties, school events, or cozy family gatherings, this recipe combines a chewy texture with vibrant orange and black colors that scream festive fun. These cookies are simple to make, and their customizable nature allows you to get creative with shapes and decorations. Whether you’re a novice baker or a seasoned pro, this easy-to-follow recipe will impress everyone at your next spooky gathering!

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/8 tsp almond extract
  • Orange sanding sugar for decoration
  • Black sanding sugar for decoration

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350ºF. Whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
  2. In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar using an electric mixer until fluffy. Add the egg and extracts; mix until combined.
  3. Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until a dough forms.
  4. Scoop cookie dough into balls and roll them in orange or black sanding sugar before placing them on a lined baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 12-14 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges.

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