Cheese Witch Finger Cookies
Spooky and cheesy cookies perfect for Halloween festivities.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Gouda)
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Sliced almonds (for fingernails)
- Green or black food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Prep your oven and baking sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Whip up the dough: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and shredded cheese until well combined and fluffy.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, garlic powder, and salt.
- Combine wet and dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the cheese mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms.
- Shape your fingers: Take small amounts of dough and roll them into finger-like shapes. Press a sliced almond into one end of each cookie.
- Add some color: Dip the other end of the cookie in food coloring for a spooky effect.
- Bake: Place the cookies on your prepared baking sheet and bake for about 15-20 minutes.
- Cool and serve: Let them cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
These cookies can be made ahead of time and freeze well.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Halloween, cheese cookies, spooky treats, festive baking