19+ Halloween Gingerbread Cookies Recipe Cook Up Something Special!
Published on: Mar 5, 2024
If you're looking to add a festive twist to your Halloween celebrations, look no further than these delicious gingerbread cookies. With a perfect balance of spicy and sweet flavors, these Halloween gingerbread cookies are sure to be a hit with both kids and adults. Plus, they make for a fun and creative activity to do with the whole family. So put on your apron and get ready to bake up some spooky treats!
Get into the spooky spirit with these delicious Halloween gingerbread cookies! These cookies are perfect for any Halloween gathering and will surely impress your guests. The combination of warm spices and sweet icing will have everyone coming back for more.
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Gingerbread Halloween Skeleton Cookies
Main Ingredients: All Purpose Flour, Baking Soda, Ground Cinnamon, Ground
Take your Halloween gingerbread cookies to the next level with these adorable skeleton cookies. Use a skeleton-shaped cookie cutter and decorate with white icing to create the bones. These cookies are not only cute but also delicious.
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Skeleton Gingerbread Cookies #ImprovCookingChallenge
Main Ingredients: All Purpose Flour, Brown Sugar, Ground Cinnamon, Ground
Join in on the fun with the #ImprovCookingChallenge and make these spooky skeleton gingerbread cookies. This recipe adds a twist by using dark cocoa powder for a darker, more Halloween-appropriate color. These cookies are sure to be a hit with both kids and adults.
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Halloween Meltaway Cookies
Main Ingredients: Flour, Cornstarch, Butter, Confectioner S Sugar, Salt
These Halloween meltaway cookies are melt-in-your-mouth delicious. The addition of cornstarch to the dough creates a soft and tender texture. Decorate with orange and black sprinkles for a festive touch.
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Swirly Halloween Cookies
Main Ingredients: Sugar Cookie Dough, Gel Food Coloring, Sprinkles
Add a pop of color to your Halloween spread with these swirly Halloween cookies. The dough is made with a mix of vanilla and chocolate for a delicious flavor combination. Use orange and black food coloring to create the perfect Halloween swirls.
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Halloween Cookies
Main Ingredients: All Purpose Flour, Baking Powder, Salt, Butter, White
Keep it simple with these classic Halloween cookies. The dough is made with a combination of vanilla and almond extract for a unique and delicious flavor. Decorate with your favorite Halloween-themed sprinkles for a festive touch.
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Fudgy Chocolate Gingerbread Halloween Cookies /...
Main Ingredients: Cookies, Hot Water, Whole Cloves, Shortening, Imperial
Get your chocolate fix with these fudgy chocolate gingerbread Halloween cookies. The combination of warm spices and rich chocolate creates a decadent cookie that is perfect for any Halloween celebration. These cookies are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Spice up your Halloween with this festive Halloween margarita. Made with silver tequila, triple sec, and lime juice, this margarita is perfectly balanced with a touch of sweetness from orange juice. Serve in a black salt-rimmed glass for a spooky touch.
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Halloween Candy Apple Crisp
Main Ingredients: Granny Smith Apples, Candy, Orange Juice, Sugar
Candy apples are a classic Halloween treat, but why not take it to the next level with this Halloween candy apple crisp? The addition of oats and a crumbly topping adds a delicious twist to this traditional dessert. Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate indulgence.
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Halloween Poppers
Main Ingredients: Mini Bell Peppers, Sour Cream, Shredded Cheese, Onion
These Halloween poppers are a fun and tasty treat for any Halloween party. Made with cream cheese, bacon, and jalapenos, these poppers have a nice kick to them. Decorate with black olives to create a spooky jack-o-lantern face.
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Halloween Pinwheel Cookies
Main Ingredients: Flour, Baking Powder, Salt, Butter, Granulated Sugar
Impress your guests with these eye-catching Halloween pinwheel cookies. The dough is made with a combination of vanilla and chocolate for a delicious flavor and the pinwheel design is sure to impress. Decorate with orange and black sprinkles for a festive touch.
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Halloween Witch's Hat Cookies
Main Ingredients: Cookies, Hershey S Kisses, Frosting
These Halloween witch's hat cookies are a fun and creative treat for any Halloween gathering. The cookie base is dipped in chocolate and topped with a Hershey's kiss to create the perfect witch's hat. Use orange and green icing to create a spooky face.
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Halloween Sugar Cookies
Main Ingredients: Sugar, Butter, Egg, Vanilla, Flour, Baking Soda, Salt
Sugar cookies are a staple for any holiday and Halloween is no exception. Use Halloween-themed cookie cutters and decorate with orange and black icing for a fun and festive treat. These cookies are perfect for both kids and adults.
Add a touch of fall to your Halloween spread with these delicious pumpkin cookies. The dough is made with pumpkin puree and warm spices for a delicious flavor that will remind you of pumpkin pie. Decorate with orange and green icing to create cute little pumpkins.
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Halloween Brain Cookies
Main Ingredients: Unbleached All Purpose Flour, Baking Powder, Salt
Get creative with these Halloween brain cookies. Use a brain-shaped cookie cutter and decorate with pink and red icing to create a creepy and delicious treat. These cookies are perfect for any Halloween party or gathering.
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Chocolate Monster Halloween Cookies
Main Ingredients: All Purpose Flour, Unsweetened Dutch Process Cocoa
These chocolate monster Halloween cookies are sure to be a hit with both kids and adults. The dough is made with cocoa powder for a rich chocolate flavor and decorated with candy eyes and colorful sprinkles to create the perfect monster face. These cookies are too cute to be scary!
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Hocus Pocus Halloween Punch
Main Ingredients: Mango, Peach, Sorbet
No Halloween party is complete without a festive punch. This Hocus Pocus Halloween punch is made with cranberry juice, pineapple juice, and ginger ale for a refreshing and delicious drink. Serve in a cauldron for a spooky touch.
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Rolo Eye Cookies | Halloween Cookies
Main Ingredients: Sugar Cookie Dough, Candy, Candy Eyes, Sugar
These Rolo eye cookies are a fun and creative twist on traditional Halloween cookies. The addition of Rolo candies adds a delicious caramel surprise to these cute little eye cookies. Use green and black icing to create a spooky eye design.
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Halloween Gingerbread Men
Main Ingredients: Flour, Bicarbonate Of Soda, Ginger, Canela, Butter
Put a Halloween spin on a classic holiday treat with these Halloween gingerbread men. Use Halloween-themed cookie cutters and decorate with orange and black icing to create the perfect spooky gingerbread men. These cookies are sure to be a hit with both kids and adults.
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Halloween Gingerbread House
Main Ingredients: Graham Crackers, Powdered Sugar, Water
Take your Halloween baking to the next level with this spooky Halloween gingerbread house. Use black and orange icing to decorate and add candy corn, gummy worms, and other Halloween candies for a festive touch. This gingerbread house will be the centerpiece of your Halloween spread.
Ingredients:
Dry Ingredients:
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Wet Ingredients:
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup molasses
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
In a medium bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and nutmeg. Set aside.
In a separate large bowl, beat the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in the molasses, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
Divide the dough into two equal portions and wrap each in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness.
Use your favorite Halloween-themed cookie cutters to cut out shapes from the dough. Place the cut-out cookies onto the prepared baking sheets.
Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Decorate the cooled cookies with icing, sprinkles, or candy to add a spooky touch.
Enjoy your delicious Halloween gingerbread cookies with a cup of hot apple cider or pumpkin spice latte.
Final Thoughts:
These Halloween gingerbread cookies are the perfect treat for your Halloween festivities. They are easy to make, delicious, and can be decorated in endless ways to fit any Halloween theme. So gather your loved ones and have fun creating these spooktacular cookies together. Happy Halloween!
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