Description
A delightful recipe for Tombstone Shortbread Cookies, perfect for Halloween festivities with a unique tombstone shape and charming decorations.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (about 226 grams)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup white icing
- Chocolate sprinkles
- Additional powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients and tools.
- Cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add vanilla extract and salt, mixing until combined.
- Gradually add all-purpose flour, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Divide the dough into two portions and roll out to 1/4 inch thickness.
- Use a tombstone-shaped cookie cutter to cut out cookies and place them on a baking sheet.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake cookies for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Decorate with melted dark chocolate, white icing, and chocolate sprinkles.
- Serve and enjoy your spooky treats!
Notes
- Use unsalted butter for better control over saltiness.
- Accurate measurements are crucial for baking success.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh.
- Cookies can be frozen for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Tombstone Shortbread Cookies, Halloween cookies, spooky treats, shortbread recipe