Description

Spider Peanut Butter Cookies are a delightful treat perfect for Halloween or any fun occasion. These whimsical cookies feature a soft, chewy peanut butter base topped with a mini peanut butter cup and adorned with candy eyes and chocolate drizzle to create an adorable spider design. They are not only visually appealing but also irresistibly delicious, making them a hit among kids and adults alike. Whether you’re hosting a Halloween party or simply looking for a fun baking project, these cookies will add festive cheer to your dessert table.

Ingredients

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1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
24 miniature peanut butter cups, unwrapped
1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
48 candy eyes

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until fluffy.
Mix in creamy peanut butter, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture until combined.
Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on prepared baking sheets.
Bake for 9-11 minutes until edges are golden. Press a peanut butter cup into the center of each warm cookie.
Let cool for 5 minutes on the sheets before transferring to a wire rack.
Melt chocolate chips and use to attach candy eyes to each cookie. Pipe legs with chocolate on either side of the peanut butter cup.
Allow the chocolate to set before serving.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie (approximately 28g)
Calories: 130
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 90mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 15mg