Spooky Spider Cookies: Fun Treats for a Hauntingly Good Time

These Spooky Spider Cookies are a delicious and playful treat perfect for Halloween gatherings.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 10

Chilling Time 30

Total Time 1 10

Servings: 24 cookies

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: Halloween

Calories: 120

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cookie Base

1 cup unsalted butter softened
1 cup sugar
2 large eggs room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups flour
a pinch salt

For the Decorations

1 cup chocolate frosting
1 cup chocolate licorice laces cut into strips
1 pack candy eyes
as needed gel food coloring black preferred

For Optional Flavor Twists

1/4 cup cocoa powder for chocolate flavor
as desired Halloween-themed sprinkles

Equipment

Mixing bowl
cookie cutter
Baking sheets
parchment paper
wire rack

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
Gradually mix in the flour and salt until a soft dough forms.
Refrigerate the dough for about 30 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Roll out the dough to about 1/4-inch thick and cut out spider shapes.
Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are slightly golden and allow to cool completely.
Spread a layer of chocolate frosting on each cookie.
Add food coloring for a spooky look and decorate with licorice legs and candy eyes.
Arrange on a platter and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chilling the dough helps maintain shape while baking. Use quality ingredients for best flavor.

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