Ultimate Bake Beetle Cookies: Spooky Addams Family Fun to Delight Kids!

Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
4. Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until a dough forms.
5. Shape the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and chill for 30 minutes.
6. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) during the last few minutes of chilling.
7. On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about ¼ inch thickness.
8. Use cookie cutters to cut out beetle shapes and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
9. Bake cookies for 12-15 minutes or until edges are firm. Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack.
10. In a bowl, combine powdered sugar, milk, and a few drops of food coloring to create a dark icing.
11. Use a piping bag or a zip-top bag with the corner snipped to decorate cookies. Add edible eyes and chocolate sprinkles as desired.