Description
Peanut Butter Spider Cookies are a whimsical Halloween treat that delights with their soft, chewy texture and rich peanut butter flavor. Topped with playful chocolate spider legs, these cookies are perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying as a fun family activity. Easy to make, they bring joy and nostalgia, making every occasion feel special.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 cup chocolate chips (for decorating)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and softened butter until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the peanut butter until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour and baking soda. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto lined baking sheets, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Let cool slightly before decorating with melted chocolate chips and pretzel sticks as spider legs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg