Ingredients

1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
1 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ tsp baking powder
¼ tsp salt
½ cup strawberry or raspberry jam (for the “bloody” filling)
White icing or melted white chocolate (for skeleton bone designs)

Detailed Preparation Instructions

Skeleton Thumbprint Cookies! 🎃💀

Skeleton Thumbprint Cookies are a spooky-sweet treat that’s crunchy on the outside, soft in the middle, and filled with deliciously spooky flavor. They’re not only tasty but also a fun way to bring Halloween vibes to your table!

How to Make:

Prepare the dough

In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
Gradually add flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix until dough forms.

Shape the cookies

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Roll dough into small balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Press your thumb into the center of each ball to make a small hole.

Fill and bake

Spoon a small amount of jam into each thumbprint.

Bake for 10–12 minutes or until edges are slightly golden.

Decorate spooky style

Once cookies cool, use white icing or melted white chocolate to draw skeleton bones around the edges.

Let set before serving.

🔥 Calories (per cookie):

Approx. 120–140 calories each (depending on jam and icing used).

✨ These Skeleton Thumbprint Cookies are crunchy, sweet, spooky, and a perfect Halloween recipe to share with family and friends. They’re simple to bake but look hauntingly impressive on the dessert table!