Peanut Butter Spider Cookies
Peanut Butter Spider Cookies are the ultimate Halloween treat that merges rich peanut butter flavor with a whimsical, spooky design. These soft and chewy cookies are topped with chocolatey eyes and licorice legs, making them a hit at any festive gathering. Easy to make and fun to decorate, these delightful cookies bring smiles and sweet memories to your table, perfect for kids and adults alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (for decoration)
- Licorice laces (for spider legs)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and egg; mix until smooth.
- Add baking soda and flour; stir until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls onto parchment-lined baking sheets, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers are soft. Cool slightly before transferring to wire racks.
- Decorate each cookie by dipping in melted chocolate and adding licorice laces for legs and chocolate chips for eyes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Chill dough balls before baking for thicker cookies. Experiment with toppings like butterscotch chips or nuts for added flavor. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.