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Crispy Black Cat Sugar Cookies: Easy Halloween Recipe

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These crispy black cat sugar cookies feature a dark cocoa dough that holds its shape perfectly, topped with detailed white royal icing whiskers and eyes for a spooky yet sweet Halloween treat.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (315g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • ½ cup (100g) dark brown sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1–2 teaspoons black gel food coloring
  • 3 cups (360g) confectioners’ sugar, sifted
  • 2 large egg whites, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • White gel food coloring (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and beat until fully combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients on low speed, mixing just until the flour disappears.
  5. Add the black gel food coloring and mix until the dough is a uniform dark color.
  6. Divide the dough in half, flatten into discs, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with silicone mats or parchment paper.
  8. Roll out dough to ¼ inch thickness and cut into cat shapes using a cookie cutter.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are firm but centers look slightly soft.
  10. Cool cookies on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. Beat egg whites until frothy, then gradually add confectioners’ sugar and lemon juice, beating on high for 5-7 minutes until stiff peaks form.
  12. Pipe royal icing details onto cooled cookies and allow to dry completely.

Notes

Chilling the dough is crucial to prevent spreading and maintain the cat shape. Use gel food coloring instead of liquid to avoid altering dough consistency. Royal icing can be made with meringue powder for safety. Cookies improve in flavor after sitting for a day or two.

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