Creepy, buttery, and perfectly crisp — these Witch Finger Cookies are a Halloween favorite across American households. Shaped like old witch fingers with almond “nails” and strawberry jam “blood,” they bring scary fun to any festive table. Kids love making them as much as eating them!
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Summary
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 20 cookies
Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients for Witch Finger Cookies
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Whole blanched almonds (for nails)
- Strawberry jam (for blood effect)
Equipment for Witch Finger Cookies
- Mixing bowl
- Electric mixer
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Measuring cups and spoons
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
- Mix in flour, baking powder, and salt to form a soft dough.
- Divide dough into small portions and roll into finger-shaped logs.
- Press a whole blanched almond onto one end of each dough log to create a “finger nail.”
- Use a knife to make knuckle marks on each finger for a realistic look.
- Place shaped fingers on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake 15–20 minutes, until edges are slightly golden.
- Remove almonds, add a dab of strawberry jam to each tip, and replace almonds to simulate the “bloody nail.”
- Let cookies cool completely before serving.
Nutrition (per cookie)
- Calories: 145
- Fat: 8g
- Carbs: 16g
- Protein: 3g
Serving Tip
Perfect for Halloween parties or spooky dessert tables. Serve on black plates for maximum drama and a truly eerie presentation.
Food Blogger’s Note
These cookies are not only easy and fun to make, but they’re sure to be a creepy hit at any Halloween celebration. The simple buttery dough is crowd-pleasing, and the “blood” detail adds extra excitement for kids and adults alike. Try making them together for a memorable October tradition!
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Witch Finger Cookies (Halloween Almond Nail Cookies)
Introduction
Creepy, buttery, and perfectly crisp — these Witch Finger Cookies are a Halloween favorite across American households. Shaped like old witch fingers with almond “nails” and strawberry jam “blood,” they bring scary fun to any festive table. Kids love making them as much as eating them!
Summary
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 20 cookies
Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Whole blanched almonds (for nails)
- Strawberry jam (for blood effect)
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Electric mixer
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Measuring cups and spoons
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
- Mix in flour, baking powder, and salt to form a soft dough.
- Divide dough into small portions and roll into finger-shaped logs.
- Press a whole blanched almond onto one end of each dough log to create a “finger nail.”
- Use a knife to make knuckle marks on each finger for a realistic look.
- Place shaped fingers on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake 15–20 minutes, until edges are slightly golden.
- Remove almonds, add a dab of strawberry jam to each tip, and replace almonds to simulate the “bloody nail.”
- Let cookies cool completely before serving.
Nutrition (per cookie)
- Calories: 145
- Fat: 8g
- Carbs: 16g
- Protein: 3g
Serving Tip
Perfect for Halloween parties or spooky dessert tables. Serve on black plates for maximum drama and a truly eerie presentation.
Food Blogger’s Note
These cookies are not only easy and fun to make, but they’re sure to be a creepy hit at any Halloween celebration. The simple buttery dough is crowd-pleasing, and the “blood” detail adds extra excitement for kids and adults alike. Try making them together for a memorable October tradition!
Witch Finger Cookies (Halloween Almond Nail Cookies)
Ingrédients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Beat butter and sugar until fluffy. Add egg and vanilla and mix well.
- Add flour, baking powder, and salt; mix until a soft dough forms.
- Roll small pieces of dough into finger shapes. Press a whole blanched almond into one end for the “nail.”
- Place shaped cookies on baking sheet and bake 15–20 minutes until slightly golden.
- Carefully remove almonds, add a dab of strawberry jam for “blood,” and press almonds back in to finish the look.
- Cool completely before serving.
Notes
Nutrition (per cookie): Calories: 145 | Fat: 8g | Carbs: 16g | Protein: 3g
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