These sugar cookies are so cute and the perfect Halloween treat. They're perfect for kids to help make for a Halloween party. There are a few steps to the recipe, but it's not hard. The cookies are a plain soft sugar cookie that's a little fluffy and not overly sweet. This recipe is so versatile you can change the colors for any...
Provided by Lynn Socko
Categories Cookies
Time 1h35m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. Mix together shortening and sugar until combined.
- 2. Add egg, milk, vanilla, baking powder, and salt.
- 3. Add food coloring gel. Mix until well combined, scraping sides as needed.
- 4. Add flour 1 cup at a time and mix till combined. Scrape sides and make sure all flour is mixed in.
- 5. Form into a ball.
- 6. Repeat process with the opposite color.
- 7. Place in a covered bowl and refrigerate at least one hour or till easy to handle.
- 8. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Using a small cookie scoop, scoop all of one color out, wash scoop, then dip out the other color. Roll each color into balls. Wash hands between colors.
- 9. Now put one ball of each color together and roll into a log.
- 10. Now twist or break log in half.
- 11. Roll dough back into a ball. Place on cookie sheet about two inches apart.
- 12. Press down with the flat bottom of a glass and bake on second from top rack for 10-15 min until the bottom is set or slightly firm.
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[email protected]I've never made twisted sugar cookies before, but they were surprisingly easy to make. I'm so glad I tried them because they're so delicious!
Jay Jay Arellano
[email protected]These cookies are a great way to use up leftover sugar cookie dough. I had some dough left over from another recipe and these cookies were the perfect way to use it up.
Lubuto Bennette
[email protected]I made these cookies for my kids and they loved them! They're the perfect size for little hands.
Rylee Beers
[email protected]These cookies are so addictive! I can't stop eating them. They're the perfect snack for a sweet tooth.
Ri Hem
[email protected]I had a little trouble getting the dough to come together, but once I added a little more flour it was fine. The cookies turned out great!
Lucy Jane
[email protected]These cookies were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still good. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.
Bellande Jacques
[email protected]I love the way these cookies look! They're so unique and beautiful. I can't wait to try them.
Zer0ax
[email protected]These cookies are the perfect holiday treat. They're festive and delicious, and they're sure to impress your guests.
Aehtisham G
[email protected]I've never made twisted sugar cookies before, but they were surprisingly easy to make. I'm so glad I tried them because they're so delicious!
Bishesh Ray
[email protected]These cookies are a great way to use up leftover sugar cookie dough. I had some dough left over from another recipe and these cookies were the perfect way to use it up.
Sulman Jani
[email protected]I made these cookies for my kids and they loved them! They're the perfect size for little hands.
Md Fardul
[email protected]These cookies are so addictive! I can't stop eating them. They're the perfect snack for a sweet tooth.
Borhan Vai
[email protected]I had a little trouble getting the dough to come together, but once I added a little more flour it was fine. The cookies turned out great!
Jamie Celeste
[email protected]These cookies were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still good. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.
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[email protected]I love the way these cookies look! They're so unique and eye-catching. I'm definitely going to try making them soon.
Md Ali official
[email protected]These cookies are so cute and festive! I made them for a Christmas party and they were a big hit. They're also really easy to make, which is always a plus.
Patrick Clemons
[email protected]I've made these cookies several times now and they're always a crowd-pleaser. They're the perfect combination of sweet and salty.
abdulla alhaddad
[email protected]These cookies were a hit with my family! They're so easy to make and they're absolutely delicious. I will definitely be making these again.