Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare baking sheets with parchment paper.

In a medium bowl, whisk together sugar cookie dough and a pinch of salt. Add any additional spices for flavor enhancement.

Cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, then add the egg and vanilla extract and blend.

Gradually add dry ingredients to creamed mixture, mixing on low speed until combined.

Wrap dough in plastic and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

After chilling, roll dough out to about 1/4-inch thickness and cut into Jack-O’-Lantern shapes.

Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are golden and centers slightly soft.

Cool cookies on sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Prepare colored icing and decorate cooled cookies with playful designs.

Allow icing to set before serving and enjoy with friends and family!