Sugar Skull Butter Cookies
Celebrate Día de los Muertos with these vibrant and buttery Sugar Skull Cookies—a fun and meaningful treat the whole family can enjoy.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Crystal unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2–3 tablespoons Crystal Whole Milk
- Icing in various colors
- Edible glitter, sprinkles, or colored icing(for decorating)
Products used
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Whole Milk
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Unsalted Butter
Directions
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Step 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F.
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Step 2
In a large bowl, cream together Crystal Creamery Butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
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Step 3
Gradually add flour, mixing until dough forms. Add milk, one tablespoon at a time until dough is smooth and easy to roll.
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Step 4
Roll out dough on a lightly floured surface to about ¼ inch thick.
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Step 5
Use sugar skull cookie cutters to cut shapes and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
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Step 6
Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are just golden. Cool completely.
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Step 7
Decorate with colorful icing, sprinkles, and edible glitter to mimic traditional calaveras.
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Step 8
Display on a festive platter with marigolds for an altar-ready presentation.
Recipe courtesy of Danitzia Singh (@themomtessorilife)
