Halloween Monster Cookies

INGREDIENTS

For the Cookies

1 1/2 cups

unsalted Challenge Butter, room temperature

2 cups

granulated sugar

large eggs

2 tsp

pure vanilla extract

5 cups

all-purpose flour

2 tsp

baking powder

1 tsp

salt

For the Buttercream

4 sticks

unsalted Challenge Butter, room temperature

6 1/2 cups

confectioners’ sugar, sifted

2 tsp

clear vanilla extract (this helps maintain the bright white color)

4 tbsp

heavy cream or milk