I’m not a fan of overly creepy Halloween desserts. I think that food should always look appetizing, so I went with a cute and fun take on my chocolate sugar cookies. Don’t bats and ghosts make cute Halloween treats? They are totally acceptable to hand out to kids or just enjoy them yourself, like I did.
Of course, the taste is the most important thing and these do not disappoint. Super delicious ultra dark chocolate sugar cookies with a hint of cinnamon and chilli for a spicy kick. You can opt to leave out the spices, but I promise you the effect is very subtle and perfectly fine for kids. Unless you’ve made them yourself, it’s very hard to notice that there’s actually chilli powder in them. I experimented with this and added just the right amount in the final recipe. I baked FIVE different batches with small variations so you can be sure this is tried and tested.
How to: Make the chocolate sugar cookies and decorate them with royal icing
First of all, this probably goes without saying but you will need cookie cutters shaped like bats and ghosts or other spooky creatures. I did not have a ghost cutter so I actually made this one myself. If you’re also doing that, all you have to do is draw the shape on a piece of cardboard and cut it out. Then, you will have to cut each cookie manually but if you move along the cardboard shape it’s quick and easy.
Secondly, after baking them you need to decorate them with royal icing. I use the same consistency for the outline and the flooding just because it’s quicker. I LOVE this part (although I’m a total amateur) but I know not everyone does. So, I’m going to explain the process as simply as I can.
Outline the cookie with icing, make the line as thin as you can. Let it dry. Flood the inside quickly and use a needlepoint tool to move it around or pop air bubbles. Let it harden completely. Then, repeat the outline again if it has gotten covered or would like more definition. Add the line details, such as the wings for the bat and the creases for the ghost. Make the shape of the eyes and mouth. Again, make sure this is completely dry before you add the detail in the eyes (the irises or the sparkle). And you’re done!
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As always, let me know if you make them, I’d love to see!
Happy Halloween,
Kim x
These bats and ghosts make the cutest Halloween treats. Ultra dark chocolate sugar cookies with a hint of cinnamon and chilli for a spicy kick. Store in a cool dry place for up to a week. Do not refrigerate. Note: This dough does not need to be chilled if the butter is firm.Halloween Dark Chocolate Sugar Cookies
Ingredients
Chocolate Sugar Cookies
Royal Icing
Instructions
Notes