Making Witch’s Fingers Cookies is a simple yet creative process. Follow these easy steps for amazing results:

1. Preheat your oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. Cream the butter and sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add egg and extracts: Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract until fully incorporated.
4. Mix dry ingredients: In another bowl, mix the flour, salt, and baking powder.
5. Combine mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until the dough comes together.
6. Chill the dough: Cover the dough with plastic wrap and chill it in the refrigerator for 30 minutes for easier handling.
7. Shape the cookies: Once chilled, take small pieces of dough and roll them into finger-like shapes, tapering one end to form a “finger.”
8. Add the nails: Press slivered almonds into the tapered end of each cookie to resemble fingernails.
9. Create knuckles: Using a small knife, lightly press lines into the cookies to resemble knuckles.
10. Bake: Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheets and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until lightly golden.
11. Cool down: Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
12. Add blood (optional): For an extra spooky touch, you can drizzle or dab red gel food coloring onto the cookies to resemble blood.

Following these steps will provide you with a batch of Witch’s Fingers Cookies that are both eerily realistic and irresistibly delicious!