Ghost Cookies

Get ready to bake up some Halloween fun with these adorable Ghost Cookies! They're incredibly easy to make, perfect for getting the kids involved, and guaranteed to be a hit at any Halloween party. Whether you're looking for spooky snacks, Halloween food ideas for parties, or a simple, festive treat, these cookies are your answer. These delightful treats bring a touch of magic to your fall season gatherings. They are far better than your standard Halloween candy!

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Icing Setting Time 1

Total Time 30

Servings: 12 cookies

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 120

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

Sugar Cookie Dough

store-bought or homemade Sugar Cookie Dough

Royal Icing Ingredients

1 cup Powdered Sugar for making royal icing
2 tbsp Milk to thin the royal icing
1 tsp Vanilla Extract almond extract can be used too
Mini Chocolate Chips or Black Edible Markers for the ghost's eyes and mouth

Equipment

Ghost-shaped cookie cutter
Baking sheet
Parchment paper
Wire rack
Mixing bowl

Method

Roll out your sugar cookie dough to about 1/4 inch thickness.
Use a ghost-shaped cookie cutter (or any fun Halloween shape) to cut out the cookies.
Place the cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake according to the cookie dough recipe instructions, usually around 8-10 minutes at 350°F (175°C).
Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack before decorating to prevent icing from melting.
In a bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add milk gradually until you reach a spreadable but non-runny consistency.
Spread the royal icing evenly over each cookie.
While the icing is still wet, place two mini chocolate chips for the eyes and optional mouth. Alternatively, use a black edible marker to draw faces after the icing has dried.
Allow the icing to dry completely before serving or storing, about 1-2 hours.

Notes

Substitution Tip: Use pre-made royal icing to save time. For a vegan option, use vegan sugar cookie dough and plant-based milk. Make sure to chill dough before baking to prevent spreading. Get creative with cookie shapes and colors.