Halloween Cookies

 

One of our family traditions at Halloween is baking Halloween Cookies. It started when I was a child with my grandma and has continued through the years. Yes, there's plenty of sugar to be had on Halloween but there's something special about cookies.

Today we made 3 different kinds of cookies.

First, we did Chocolate Chip Cookies but used M&M's instead of chocolate chips. (Those M&Ms were CRAZY hard to find in the stores this year too!)

Secondly, you'll find Witch Fingers. I found this recipe years ago and it's one that's seen a few tweaks and changes along the way. They aren't nearly as gruesome as you might imagine. They're actually a really good Pecan Shortbread Cookie that could EASILY be transformed into any shape for any occasion.

Finally, the cookie that started it all. My grandma's Famous Sugar Cookies. No, it's not an exaggeration to call them famous. If you ever had the privilege to be on the receiving end of her baking, no explanation is needed. It's not an easy recipe (especially when you roll them instead of drop them) and the dough has been sitting in my fridge for 2 days chilling, but it's worth it. 

Whatever you're doing this Halloween Weekend with your family, have fun and be safe. Memories matter.