Skull Sugar Skulls (Day of the Dead) Recipe for Halloween

These Skull Sugar Skulls are a fun and festive treat perfect for Halloween celebrations. This recipe combines traditional Day of the Dead elements with a spooky twist, making it an ideal choice for Halloween-themed dessert ideas.

The process is straightforward and allows for creativity in decorating, making it a great activity for families or parties.

Fun Skull Sugar Skulls Recipe

This Skull Sugar Skulls recipe yields beautifully decorated sugar skulls that can be customized with various colors and designs. The recipe takes about 2 hours from start to finish, including drying time, and makes approximately 12 skulls.

Ingredients

3 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
Royal icing for decoration (made with powdered sugar, egg whites, and water)
Food coloring for icing
Edible glitter or sprinkles (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a dough forms.
Chill the Dough: Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Shape the Skulls: Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick. Use a skull-shaped cookie cutter to cut out shapes and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow to cool completely on a wire rack.
Decorate: Once cooled, use royal icing to decorate the skulls. Add food coloring to create vibrant designs and finish with edible glitter or sprinkles if desired.
Display: Allow the icing to dry completely before displaying your Skull Sugar Skulls as a festive centerpiece or serving them at your Halloween gathering.