You can’t think of Halloween without two things — pumpkins and sweet treats.

We say why not combine the two? Today we’re bringing you a holiday dessert treat that’s so good it’s scary. You’ll be howling at the moon for seconds after you sink your fangs into this delicious treat.

The pumpkin cookies are brought to us by the fine people at Real Simple. The ingredients list is long and reads like the elements that would be thrown into a witch’s cauldron. Thankfully, you can find these common items at most any food store.

Like any real Halloween pumpkin and any good dessert, these are customizable. That’s right, you can make your own spin on these cookies with both the ingredients and the presentation. Sprinkle some cinnamon or other toppings on them for added flavor. Make a plain pumpkin, or add a Jack’o’Lantern style face for added effect.

These pumpkin cookies are perfect for a Halloween party, or just a quiet fall night at home. The only really scary part is when you realize they’re all gone. Now that’s a horrifying sight. Luckily, you can always make more. You can find more recipes and fun crafts like this right here on NORA Best Life each week.

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