Spooky Bat Cookies Recipe

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Spooky Bat Cookies Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
65mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on March 30, 2024

Get in the Halloween spirit with these adorable and tasty bat cookies. Perfect for parties or just a fun baking project with the kids, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone. The chocolate flavor and cute bat shape make them a spooky and delicious treat.

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • Black decorating gel or frosting
  • Candy eyes

Directions

  1. In a bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Add in cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and salt, mix until well combined.
  3. Gradually add in flour and mix until dough comes together.
  4. Wrap dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  6. Roll out dough on a floured surface and cut out bat shapes using a cookie cutter.
  7. Place cookies on baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until set.
  8. Let cookies cool completely before decorating with black gel/frosting and candy eyes.
  9. Allow the decorations to set before serving and enjoy your spooky bat cookies!

Interesting Facts

  • Black cats and bats have long been symbols of Halloween and are considered signs of good luck in some cultures.
  • Decorating cookies can be a fun and creative way to spend time with friends and family.
  • Chocolate cookies are a classic treat that everyone loves, especially when they're shaped like bats!