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Jack-O’-Lantern Sugar Cookies

Delicious Jack-O’-Lantern Sugar Cookies for Spooky Fun

These delightful Jack-O’-Lantern Sugar Cookies are a festive treat perfect for Halloween celebrations.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour This forms the base of your cookies.
  • 1 cup unsalted butter Use softened butter for easier mixing.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Sweetens your cookies and gives them crispness.
  • 1 large egg Helps bind the ingredients together.
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Adds a warm flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Ensures cookies rise perfectly.
  • a pinch salt Enhances flavors and balances sweetness.
For the Icing
  • 2 cups powdered sugar The key ingredient for smooth icing.
  • 2-3 tablespoons milk Adjusts icing consistency.
  • as needed food coloring Use orange for the classic hue.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Cookie cutter
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • piping bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well blended, then gradually mix in the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  4. Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about ¼-inch thickness and cut out shapes.
  5. Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are golden, then let cool on baking sheets.
  6. Mix powdered sugar with milk for icing, adjust consistency, and add food coloring.
  7. Once cooled, decorate cookies with icing and allow to set.
  8. Serve and enjoy your festive cookies!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 10gCalcium: 1mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure to chill the dough properly to maintain cookie shape during baking. Fun decorating ideas include using chocolate chips and sprinkles for eyes and faces.

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