Description

These Halloween Sugar Cookies are soft, sweet, and topped with colorful frosting. Simple to prepare and perfect for any festive occasion, these cookies are sure to delight anyone with their homemade charm and vibrant decorations!

Ingredients

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2 1/4 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
1 cup sugar
1 egg
1/4 cup sour cream
1 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1/2 cup butter (softened)
2 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons milk
orange & purple & green food coloring
halloween sprinkles

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Instructions

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, baking powder, baking soda, and cornstarch. Set aside.
In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes.
Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract, then stir in the sour cream.
Mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
Shape the dough into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill in the fridge for at least an hour.
Preheat the oven to 375°F when ready to bake.
Roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thick and cut with a 3-inch cookie cutter.
Place cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 8–9 minutes, taking care not to overbake.
Let cookies cool completely before frosting.
To make the buttercream, beat the butter until fluffy, then mix in the powdered sugar and vanilla.
Gradually add milk until a smooth, spreadable consistency is achieved.
Divide frosting into three bowls and color each with food coloring.
Frost each cookie using a piping bag or offset spatula, and top with Halloween sprinkles.

Notes

Chilling the dough is essential for the best texture.
Feel free to mix your favorite colors for fun designs!
Store cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 180
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 80mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 27g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 30mg