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Black Cat Halloween Cookies: 5 Cute & Easy Sugar Cookie Recipes

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These black cat Halloween sugar cookies feature a simple, buttery dough that holds its shape perfectly for detailed decorating. With crisp edges, a chewy center, and easy royal icing techniques, they are a spooky yet adorable treat for any party.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 3 to 3½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2 tablespoons meringue powder
  • 3–4 tablespoons warm water
  • 1–2 teaspoons black gel food coloring
  • White gel food coloring (for eyes)
  • Orange gel food coloring (optional, for background)

Instructions

  1. In a stand mixer, beat softened butter on medium speed until smooth (about 2 minutes).
  2. Add granulated and brown sugar; beat on high speed for 3-4 minutes until pale and fluffy.
  3. Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then add vanilla extract. Scrape down the bowl.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture on low speed, mixing just until the flour disappears.
  6. Divide dough in half, flatten into discs, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or freeze for 30 minutes).
  7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  8. Roll dough to ¼ inch thickness on a lightly floured surface.
  9. Cut out black cat shapes using a cookie cutter, placing them 2 inches apart on baking sheets.
  10. Bake for 10-12 minutes until set but still pale. Cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. Whisk powdered sugar and meringue powder in a large bowl. Add warm water and black gel food coloring, beating on high for 5-7 minutes until stiff peaks form.
  12. Decorate cookies with black icing and add white icing eyes using a toothpick or piping bag.

Notes

Do not overmix the dough to avoid tough cookies. Chilling the dough is essential to prevent spreading. Use gel food coloring for royal icing to maintain proper consistency. Cookies can be frozen unbaked for up to 3 months.

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