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Peanut Butter Spider Cookies

Peanut Butter Spider Cookies for a Spooktacular Treat

Delightful Peanut Butter Spider Cookies that turn a classic treat into a Halloween masterpiece, perfect for creative fun.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup Peanut Butter Provides a rich, nutty flavor.
  • 0.5 cup Granulated Sugar Adds sweetness.
  • 0.5 cup Brown Sugar Enhances moisture.
  • 1 Egg Binds the ingredients.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Rounds out the flavors.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Forms the base of the cookies.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Helps cookies rise.
For Decorating
  • 1 cup Chocolate Melts For dipping or drizzling.
  • 1 cup Candy Eyes For cookie decoration.
  • 12 Cookie Legs (e.g., Pretzel Sticks) Provides a crunchy contrast.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix for 2-3 minutes until well blended.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Use a tablespoon to scoop the dough, rolling into balls.
  3. Bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden. Let cool for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  4. Melt chocolate melts in a microwave-safe bowl, heating in 30-second intervals until smooth.
  5. Dip the top of each cookie in melted chocolate and quickly add candy eyes.
  6. Cut pretzel sticks and press into each side of the cookie for legs. Let sit until chocolate hardens.
  7. Serve and enjoy your Peanut Butter Spider Cookies on a festive plate.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 1mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for easier mixing. Avoid overbaking for chewy cookies. Experiment with decorative legs for a fun twist.

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