Witches Fingers

For me, there are two manditory food items when it comes to Halloween.  The first, is something with pumpkin, and the second is witches fingers.  These cookies are a Halloween party staple.  The recipe makes a lot, and is a bit labour intensive, but the result is perfect for Halloween - fun, tasty, and just a bit spooky.

Witches Fingers

1 Cup Butter, softened

1 Cup Icing Sugar

1 Egg

1 tsp. Almond Flavour

2¾ Cups Flour

1 tsp. Baking Powder

1 tsp. Salt

3/4 Cup Whole Almonds (can be blanched or not)

1 Tube Red Gel icing

1. Mix all of the ingredients together except the almonds and red gel.Chill the dough for 30 minutes.
2. Working with ¼ dough at a time, roll heaping teaspoons into finger shapes.
3. Use a knife to cut knuckles and press in almonds for nails.
4. Place on a greased baking sheet and cook at 325º for 20-25 minutes.
5. Cool 3 minutes, then lift the almond, squeeze in gel and press almond back.

Enjoy!