@therecipecollector: Hello, autumn bake sale champions and spooky season celebration lovers! NancyG here, with an unforgettably dark, cocoa-rich, and vividly decorated Halloween masterpiece. I'm bringing an absolute triumph of festive holiday baking straight to your table with these gorgeous Spooky Black Cocoa Jack-O'-Lantern Sugar Cookies! Just look at that wonderful white serving tray and black plates, showcasing midnight-black round cookies detailed with striking orange jack-o'-lantern grins, glowing eyes, and fierce carved expressions. Expertly scaled to serve 4 to 6 people, this recipe is perfect for a fun family movie night or autumn party, hitting every note of sweet, chocolatey, and festive perfection! Here's what you need to know to get started: Recipe Details: * Servings: 4 to 6 people * Prep Time: 30 minutes * Cook Time: 12 minutes * Chill Time: 1 hour * Total Time: 1 hour 42 minutes Full Ingredient List: * 2.5 cups all-purpose flour * 0.75 cup black cocoa powder * 1 tsp baking powder * 0.5 tsp salt * 1 cup unsalted butter, softened * 1.5 cups granulated sugar * 1 large egg * 2 tsp vanilla extract For the Orange Royal Icing: * 2 cups powdered sugar * 2 tbsp meringue powder * 3 tbsp warm water * Orange gel food coloring Detailed Instructions: 1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, black cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. 2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, beating until completely smooth. 3. Combine Dough: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed just until a dark chocolate dough forms. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour. 4. Cut and Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Roll out the chilled dough, cut into round shapes, and place onto the prepared sheets. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, then let cool completely. 5. Decorate with Icing: Whisk together the powdered sugar, meringue powder, and warm water until stiff royal icing forms. Tint the icing bright orange, transfer to a piping bag, and pipe spooky jack-o'-lantern faces onto each cooled black cookie. Let set before serving! Chef's Notes by NancyG: * Black Cocoa Power: Genuine black cocoa powder gives these cookies their striking midnight-black appearance and an exceptionally smooth, Oreo-like chocolate flavor. * Chilling the Dough: Don't skip chilling your dough; it prevents spreading in the oven so your cookies keep their clean, sharp edges. * Royal Icing Consistency: Ensure your orange royal icing holds a steady peak so the piped jack-o'-lantern faces keep their detailed, crisp features without running. Nutritional Facts (Per Serving): * Calories: 450 kcal * Total Fat: 18 g * Saturated Fat: 11 g * Cholesterol: 45 mg * Sodium: 210 mg * Total Carbohydrates: 70 g * Dietary Fiber: 4 g * Sugars: 45 g * Protein: 6 g #TheRecipeCollector #NancyGCookOn #HalloweenCookies #SpookyTreats #BlackCocoa

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