Ghost Cookies
Delightful cookies shaped like ghosts, perfect for Halloween and family fun.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 12 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- White chocolate (for coating)
- Chocolate chips (for eyes)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Combine the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
- Mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Scoop spoonfuls of dough onto a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until set.
- Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Melt the white chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl.
- Dip the cookies in melted white chocolate, allowing excess to drip off.
- Add chocolate chips for ghost eyes while the chocolate is still wet.
- Let the cookies set before serving.
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for better texture. Customize with sprinkles or nuts for added flair.