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Skeleton biscuits

Skeleton Biscuits: Fun Halloween Treats for Family Fun

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Skeleton biscuits are a must-try Halloween treat bringing festive spirit and rich cocoa flavor into your home.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 21 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 51 minutes
Servings: 12 biscuits
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Halloween
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Biscuits
  • 150 g Unsalted Butter Room temperature; substitution: Use margarine for a dairy-free option.
  • 100 g Caster Sugar Substitution: Granulated sugar can be used if caster sugar is unavailable.
  • 250 g Plain Flour No substitutions needed.
  • 50 g Cocoa Powder Substitution: Dark cocoa for a richer taste.
  • 1 tsp Black Food Colouring Optional; can be omitted for regular biscuits.
For the Icing
  • 150 g Icing Sugar Substitution: Powdered sugar acts the same in icing.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • Spatula
  • cookie cutter
  • Baking Tray
  • Rolling Pin
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Combine dry ingredients and fold into the creamed mixture until well incorporated.
  3. Chill the dough in plastic wrap for 30 minutes.
  4. Roll out the dough to 1cm thickness on a floured surface.
  5. Cut out shapes using a cookie cutter and place on a lined baking tray.
  6. Refrigerate the cut-outs for another 30 minutes.
  7. Preheat oven to 180°C and bake for 18-21 minutes.
  8. Cool the biscuits for 5 minutes on the tray, then transfer to a wire rack.
  9. Prepare icing by mixing icing sugar with water until thick paste consistency.
  10. Decorate cooled biscuits with icing in spooky designs and let set completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biscuitCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure butter is at room temperature for smooth mixing. Don't skip chilling steps to maintain shape.

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