Spider Peanut Butter Cookies

Spider Peanut Butter Cookies are a delightful twist on the classic treat, perfect for Halloween or any fun gathering. These charming cookies feature a rich peanut butter flavor, with a miniature peanut butter cup nestled in the center to create a playful spider look. Topped with candy eyes and drizzled with chocolate, they are as fun to make as they are to eat. Whether you're hosting a spooky party or looking for a festive dessert, these cookies will surely impress your guests and bring smiles all around!

Prep Time20 mins

Cook Time10 mins

Total Time30 mins

Course: Dessert Cuisine: American Keyword: For added fun, try using different types of chocolate or colored candy eyes. Store cookies in an airtight container for up to one week. Servings: Approximately 24 cookies Calories: 120kcal Author: Tisha

Ingredients

1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup light brown sugar (packed)
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

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
Add peanut butter, egg, and vanilla; mix until well incorporated.
In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt together.
Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place them on prepared baking sheets.
Bake for 9-11 minutes until edges are golden and centers are set.
Press a miniature peanut butter cup into each cookie right after removing from the oven.
Allow cookies to cool for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Melt chocolate chips in intervals and pipe onto cookies to attach candy eyes and create spider legs.

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