Description
Creepy and fun Halloween spider cookies that are easy to make and perfect for spooky celebrations.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 24 mini peanut butter cups
- 48 candy eyes
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips, melted
- 24 thin pretzel sticks, broken into small legs
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
- Cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients until dough forms.
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on baking sheet. Flatten slightly.
- Bake for 10 minutes. Press a peanut butter cup into each cookie while warm.
- Attach candy eyes with melted chocolate.
- Insert pretzel pieces as spider legs.
- Let cool before serving.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Use gluten-free pretzels for a gluten-free option.
- Swap peanut butter cups for chocolate-covered caramels if allergic to peanuts.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American