Spooky Witch's Fingers

Spooky Witch's Fingers

These eerie witch's fingers are a fun and spooky treat perfect for Halloween. With their creepy appearance and delicious flavor, they are sure to delight guests at any festive gathering.

Ingredients

• 1 cup softened butter
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1 large beaten egg
• 1 teaspoon almond extract
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 24 pieces almonds
• to taste none red decorating gel

Method

1. Begin by creaming together softened butter and powdered sugar in a large bowl until the mixture is light and fluffy.
2. Add a beaten egg, almond extract, and vanilla to the bowl, mixing well until everything is smoothly combined.
3. Slowly mix in the flour, baking powder, and salt, stirring until a dough is formed. Wrap this dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 20 to 30 minutes to firm it up.
4. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and prepare your baking sheets by lightly greasing them.
5. Once the dough is chilled, take small pieces and roll them into finger shapes on a piece of wax paper, aiming for a length similar to a thumb. Press an almond into one end of each finger to simulate a long fingernail.
6. Pinch the dough at the tip and midpoint to create knuckle shapes, then use a knife to add small cuts for extra detail. Arrange the shaped cookies on the baking sheets.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the fingers are a light golden brown.
8. After baking, gently remove the almond from the tip of each cookie, add a small amount of red decorating gel into the cavity, and then replace the almond to achieve a dripping effect.