Description
Eerily realistic cookies with a buttery almond flavor and whole almond nails. Perfect for Halloween parties and spooky celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 24 whole almonds
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and almond extract until well combined.
- Slowly stir in the flour and salt until a soft dough forms, being careful not to overmix.
- Portion the dough into 24 small balls and roll each into a cylinder about 3-4 inches long, tapering one end.
- Use a toothpick to press small lines into the dough to create knuckles.
- Press one whole almond into the tip of each finger to serve as the nail.
- Place the cookies on the baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are barely golden.
- Let the cookies cool on the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.