Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step‑by‑Step Instructions
- Cream the softened unsalted butter, confectioner's sugar, and sea salt until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add the egg yolks and vanilla extract, mixing until well blended and smooth.
- Whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking powder, then fold into the wet mixture.
- Divide the dough and color portions with matcha, purple sweet potato, or cocoa powder.
- Shape about 1 tablespoon of dough into a finger shape and create knuckles.
- Press a whole blanched almond into the tip of each finger.
- Freeze the shaped cookies on a parchment-lined tray for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Bake the frozen cookies for 20-25 minutes until slightly golden on the bottom.
- Cool the cookies on the tray for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Decorate with strawberry or raspberry jam and dust with cocoa powder.
- Using red cake writing gel, add gory details and drizzle melted white chocolate on top.
Nutrition
Notes
These cookies can be a fun family activity, great for Halloween gatherings. Store leftovers in an airtight container for freshness.
