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Black Cat Halloween Cookies Easy Spooky Sugar Recipe

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These adorable black cat sugar cookies are surprisingly easy to make and decorate. With a foolproof royal icing and a clever technique for keeping the ears attached, they’re the perfect spooky treat for Halloween parties, classroom events, or just a fun baking project.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ¾ cups (345g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 3 cups (360g) powdered sugar
  • 2 large egg whites (or 3 tablespoons meringue powder + 4 tablespoons water)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • Black gel food coloring
  • White gel food coloring
  • Black sanding sugar (optional)

Instructions

  1. Make the cookie dough: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. In a large bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes). Add egg and vanilla, beat until combined. Gradually add dry ingredients, mixing on low until just combined. Dough should be soft and cohesive.
  2. Chill the dough: Divide dough in half, flatten into discs, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (up to 3 days).
  3. Cut and shape cookies: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to ¼-inch thickness. Cut cat shapes and transfer to baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart. Use a small knife or piping tip to gently press ear shapes inward for defined triangles.
  4. Bake cookies: Bake for 8-10 minutes, rotating pans halfway through. Cookies are done when edges are just barely golden. Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.
  5. Make royal icing: In a clean bowl, beat egg whites (or meringue powder mixture) with lemon juice until frothy. Gradually add powdered sugar, beating on low until combined, then increase to medium-high and beat for 5 minutes until thick, glossy, and holds a stiff peak. Divide icing: ¾ for black base, ¼ for white details. Add black gel coloring to larger portion until desired darkness. Thin black icing with water to ’15-second consistency’ (icing smooths out in 15 seconds when lifted with a spoon)…
  6. Decorate cats: Fit piping bag with round tip and fill with black icing. Outline each cookie, then fill in center with more icing, using a toothpick to spread into corners. Tap cookie gently to settle icing. Let black icing dry for at least 2 hours or overnight. Once dry, thin white icing slightly and pipe on eyes (two small dots or half-circles). Add tiny white dot to each eye for shine. Pipe whiskers, nose, or grin if desired. Let white icing dry for 1 hour before stacking or serving.

Notes

Chill dough thoroughly to prevent spreading. Don’t overbake; cookies should be pale. Royal icing consistency is key—use the 15-second rule. Work in batches of 4-6 cookies when flooding. Use a toothpick for details and corrections. Cookies taste better on day two. Store in airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Freeze undecorated cookies for up to 3 months.

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