Cookies “Bloody Witch Fingers”
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In a bowl, mix the softened butter, powdered sugar, egg yolk, vanilla sugar, and a pinch of salt.
Add the flour and knead into a soft, smooth dough.
Form the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
Divide the dough into small pieces and shape each piece into a “finger.”
Use a knife or toothpick to make slight indentations where the “knuckles” would be.
Press an almond slice at the tip of each “finger” to create a nail.
Place the shaped cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake at 180°C (350°F) for 15–20 minutes, until the edges turn golden.
Carefully remove the almond “nail,” add a little red jam or preserves, and then press the almond back into place.
For an extra spooky effect, you can also add some jam near the base of the “finger.”
The Haunted Cookies: How the Witch Baked Bloody Fingers
In a forgotten village, shadowed by twisted trees, there lived an old witch. Everyone feared her. Her house was full of strange smells and eerie sounds: buzzing flies, whispering herbs, and creaking doors. For more spooky Halloween stories, check out BBC Good Food Halloween treats.
One Halloween, she decided to bake a special treat: crumbl cookies shaped like real fingers. She wandered through the dark forest, gathering the reddest berries to make the “blood.” Each berry added magic. Those who tasted the cookies felt cold in their hands and saw ghostly shapes in the shadows. Almond nails made the fingers look even more real. For another creepy cookie recipe, see our Halloween Cupcakes recipe.
As the crumbl cookies baked, shadows danced in the flames. Tiny hands seemed to try to escape. The witch chuckled. Her laughter made even the trees shiver. Villagers whispered that on Halloween night, the faint crunch of cookies could be heard. Those brave enough to taste them felt shadows moving and a cold wind whispering spells.
Despite the fear, the cookies were delicious. The witch knew that even in darkness, something beautiful and dangerous could be made. Every Halloween, she baked her eerie fingers again, adding a drop of “blood” and a hint of magic. Anyone who dared to taste them would never forget that night.
Now, as you prepare “Bloody Witch Fingers”, be ready for more than taste. Feel the thrill, as if the old legends have come alive on your Halloween table. For more Halloween baking inspiration, visit AllRecipes Halloween Cookies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can almond flakes be substituted with other nuts?
Yes, you can use walnut halves or pistachio nuts instead, but almonds are the best for mimicking the shape of nails.
What can be used instead of red jam?
Any thick red-colored jam or sauce works — for example, cherry, raspberry, or even caramel with food coloring.
How can I make the cookies crunchier?
Bake a little longer (up to 22–25 minutes) until the fingers turn golden, or add a spoon of starch to the dough.
Can I prepare the dough in advance?
Yes, the dough can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days or in the freezer for up to 2 weeks. Before shaping, just let it come to room temperature.
How should I store the baked cookies?
In an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. To keep them crunchy, don’t cover immediately after baking.
Can I make the cookies without eggs?
Yes, replace the yolk with 1 tbsp of milk or 1 tsp of flaxseed soaked in water.
🩸 My fingers turned out too soft — did the spell fail?
Ні, просто тісто було занадто м’яке. Наступного разу покладіть його в холодильник довше — і пальці стануть витонченими, як у справжньої відьми.
🕸️ My “nails” fall off during baking! What should I do?
Press the almonds deeper or stick them with a drop of jam before baking. Or just say it’s the effect of dark magic 🧙♀️.
💀 The jam is too light — how do I make the “blood” more realistic?
Add a bit of cocoa powder or a few drops of red food coloring — you’ll get the perfect vampire sauce shade.
🦴 How can I make the cookies even scarier?
Slightly toast the tips of the “fingers” to look “burned,” or carve thin cracks with a knife before baking.
🎃 What if the kids get scared?
Don’t worry — after the first bite, they’ll forget their fear. Even the scariest fingers have a tender buttery taste 😋.