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October 10, 2014

Graham Cracker Ghost Cookies

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Spook your kids this Halloween with easy homemade graham crackers shaped like ghosts!  This recipe is for both chocolate and regular graham crackers cut into ghost cookies with a tulip shaped cutter.

Spook your kids this Halloween with easy homemade graham crackers shaped like ghosts!  This recipe is for both chocolate and regular graham crackers cut into ghost cookies with a tulip shaped cutter.

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Homemade graham crackers are easier than you may think. And, you can cut them into any shape you want like these ghost cookies! My recipe for graham crackers includes both regular and chocolate flavors so you can have the best of both worlds.

Graham Cracker Ghosts S'mores Snack Mix - ghost shaped graham crackers and marshmallow bits! #halloweenCan I start by telling you how proud I am of these fun little ghost shaped graham crackers?  It took me a few tries to get this recipe just right, but I finally nailed it! One attempt involved forgetting about the cookies in the oven.  Oops!  Burned graham crackers equals NO GOOD!  😉

Graham Cracker Ghosts S'mores Snack Mix - ghost shaped graham crackers and marshmallow bits! #halloweenS'mores Halloween Snack Mix

I made these cookies in order to use them in a Halloween snack mix I dreamed up.  There is a version of S'mores goldfish crackers that my kids love (and, admittedly, so do I).  I thought it would be fun to make a Halloween variety with ghosts instead of goldfish!

Years ago, I made homemade graham crackers so I knew I could make these cookies, but I needed a tiny ghost-shaped cookie cutter. If you plan to make the snack mix, just toss the tiny cookies with mallow bits. That's it!

Graham Cracker Ghosts S'mores Snack Mix - ghost shaped graham crackers and marshmallow bits! #halloweenWhat if I don't have a ghost shaped cookie cutter?

After unsuccessfully searching the Internet for the tiniest ghost cookie cutter I could find, I decided to take another glance at my collection of cutters.  I found a small tulip cutter that, when turned upside down, looks just like a ghost!  So I saved money and used that instead.

Or, use a regular sized cookie cutter and use these cookies for campfire s'mores!

Graham Cracker Ghosts S'mores Snack Mix - ghost shaped graham crackers and marshmallow bits! #halloweenJudah talked about having a Pac-man themed birthday party later this year.  Although I think he now wants a Sklyanders theme, I thought these Ghost Graham Crackers would also be fun for a Pac-man party because of the ghosts.  But, right now, it's perfect for Halloween!

Two flavors - Chocolate and Regular

There are two types of graham crackers - regular and chocolate graham crackers.  Both dough recipes are easy to put together and roll out.  But, I suggest you divide each batch into thirds and roll out one at a time while the others stay chilled in the fridge.  Otherwise, the dough becomes soft very quickly, where it's difficult to use the cutters.Graham Cracker Ghosts S'mores Snack Mix - ghost shaped graham crackers and marshmallow bits! #halloween

Try other shapes for other holidays or festivities!  What tiny cookie cutters do you own that would work well for this?

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Graham Cracker Ghost Cookies

Spook your kids this Halloween with easy homemade graham crackers shaped like ghosts!  This recipe is for both chocolate and regular graham crackers cut into ghost cookies with a tulip shaped cutter.
Prep Time30 mins
Cook Time10 mins
Chill Time1 hr 30 mins
Total Time2 hrs 10 mins
Course: Cookies, Halloween
Cuisine: American
Keyword: ghost cookies, homemade graham crackers
Servings: 8 servings (varies)
Calories: 332kcal
Author: Nikki Gladd

Ingredients

For the Regular Graham Crackers:

  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1 1/2 cup all purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup packed dark brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter , diced and frozen
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract

For the Chocolate Graham Crackers:

  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1 cup all purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter , diced and frozen
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup milk

Instructions

For the Regular Graham Crackers:

  • Process the flours, brown sugar, baking soda and salt in a food processor until combined. Add the butter and pulse until the consistency of coarse meal.
  • In a separate bowl, mix together the honey, milk and vanilla extract. Add to the food processor bowl with the flour mixture and process until a dough forms. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface. Divide into three equal parts. Pat each dough ball into a 1/2-inch disc and lightly dust both sides with flour. Wrap individually in plastic wrap and chill for at least 1 hour.
  • Working with one disc at a time, remove a disc from the fridge and the plastic wrap. On a floured surface, roll the disc to 1/8-inch thick and use tiny ghost cookie cutter to cut out shapes. Flour rolling pin as necessary. Carefully place each ghost onto a lined baking sheet. Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes, or the freezer for 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Remove the chilled baking sheet from the fridge or freezer and place into the preheated oven. Bake on the center oven rack for 10 minutes, or until the crackers are just browned and slightly firm. (Timing depends on the size of the crackers.) Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Transfer crackers to wire rack to cool completely, and continue to directions for making chocolate graham crackers.

For the Chocolate Graham Crackers:

  • Process the flours, cocoa powder, brown sugar, salt, cinnamon, and baking soda in a food processor until combined. Add the butter and pulse until resembles the consistency of coarse meal.
  • In a separate bowl, mix together the honey and milk. Add to the food processor bowl with the flour mixture and process until a dough forms. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface. Divide into three equal parts. Pat each dough ball into a 1/2-inch disc and lightly dust both sides with flour. Wrap individually in plastic wrap and chill for at least 1 hour.
  • Working with one disc at a time, remove a disc from the fridge and the plastic wrap. On a floured surface, roll the disc to 1/8-inch thick and use tiny ghost cookie cutter to cut out shapes. Flour rolling pin as necessary. Carefully place each ghost onto a lined baking sheet. Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes, or the freezer for 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Remove the chilled baking sheet from the fridge or freezer and place into the preheated oven. Bake on the center oven rack for 10 minutes, or until the crackers are just browned and slightly firm. (Timing depends on the size of the crackers.) Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Transfer crackers to wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Nutrition information is an estimate only and does not include chocolate graham cracker servings. Values will vary based on size of cookies.

Nutrition

Serving: 3regular graham cracker cookies | Calories: 332kcal | Carbohydrates: 58g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 294mg | Potassium: 123mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 29g | Vitamin A: 275IU | Calcium: 37mg | Iron: 2mg
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  1. Sue Gladd says

    October 13, 2014 at 9:23 pm

    These look so fun and delish! Wish I could help Party with your guys!

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  2. Nora @ Savory Nothings says

    October 12, 2014 at 5:34 pm

    Those are so cute - perfect for Halloween! I couldn't even tell you used a tulip cookie cutter! Who knew flowers look like tiny ghosts when turned upside down 😉

    Reply

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