Dracula's Bones with Raspberry Sauce

Sink your teeth into a frightful yet irresistible treat with these *Dracula's Bones with Raspberry Sauce*! Perfect for Halloween or any spooky-themed gathering, this recipe features tender, chocolatey cookies shaped like eerie bones and drizzled with optional white chocolate for a hauntingly elegant touch. The real star, however, is the vibrant raspberry sauce, providing a "bloody" finishing touch that’s both tart and sweet. With just a short prep and bake time, these ghoulishly delightful cookies are as easy to make as they are impressive to serve. Pair them with the rich, ruby-red dipping sauce for a horrifyingly fun dessert that’s sure to wow your guests. Whether you're hosting a monster mash or simply indulging your sweet tooth, these spooky treats are devilishly delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:37 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 0.5 cup white chocolate chips (optional, for bone decor)
• 1 cup fresh raspberries
• 2 tablespoons sugar (for raspberry sauce)
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).

Step 4

Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, and mix until well combined.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing slowly. Add the milk one tablespoon at a time until the dough comes together.

Step 6

Shape the dough into bone shapes using your hands or by rolling small rope-like pieces and pinching the ends to form the 'knobs' of the bones.

Step 7

Place the shaped dough onto the prepared baking sheet, about 1 inch apart, and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until firm to the touch.

Step 8

Allow the bones to cool completely on a wire rack before decorating.

Step 9

If decorating, melt the white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second intervals, stirring after each. Drizzle over the cooled bones or dip the knobs for an added touch.

Step 10

To prepare the raspberry sauce, combine raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook while stirring until the raspberries break down and the mixture thickens slightly (about 3-5 minutes).

Step 11

Strain the raspberry sauce through a fine-mesh sieve to remove seeds, pressing with a spoon. Discard the seeds and allow the sauce to cool.

Step 12

Serve the chocolate bones on a platter with the raspberry sauce for dipping, or drizzle the sauce over the bones for a bloody effect.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(892.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3070.1

Total Fat 147.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 88.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 461.7mg	0%
Sodium 1201.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 458.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 55.8g	0%
Total Sugars 233.0g
Protein 55.1g	0%

Vitamin D 54.0IU	0%
Calcium 407.1mg	0%
Iron 29.6mg	0%
Potassium 2490.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.2%

Protein: 6.5%

Carbs: 54.3%