Spooky Spiderweb Halloween Sugar Cookies
These enchanting sugar cookies are beautifully decorated with spiderweb designs, perfect for Halloween festivities.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2-3 tbsp milk
- Black food coloring (for the spiderweb)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
- Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a dough forms.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets, spaced about 2 inches apart. Flatten each ball slightly.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers remain soft.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks.
- In a separate bowl, combine the powdered sugar and milk until smooth. Stir in black food coloring.
- Once the cookies are completely cool, decorate with icing in a spiderweb pattern using a piping bag and toothpick.
Notes
Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature. Adjust the food coloring to your desired intensity.