These Cockroach Sugar Cookies are a creepy yet hilarious dessert perfect for Halloween parties, prank treats, or spooky-themed gatherings. Soft sugar cookies topped with creamy frosting and realistic candy cockroach decorations make these treats both fun and unforgettable.
Ingredients
For the Sugar Cookies
2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
¾ cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon almond extract (optional)
For the Frosting
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1 ½ cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1–2 tablespoons milk as needed
For the Cockroach Decorations
Dates or chocolate-covered almonds
Chocolate sprinkles or melted chocolate for legs
Raisins for smaller bug details
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