Whip up Peanut Butter Spider Cookies for a creepy-cute Halloween treat! This Spooky Halloween Treat features chewy peanut butter cookies with chocolate spider legs and candy eyes. Perfect for parties or family fun, this simple recipe delivers festive dessert delight in every bite!
Why You’ll Love Peanut Butter Spider Cookies
- Festive Fun: Peanut Butter Spider Cookies shine in this festive dessert.
- Easy to Make: Simple steps for a spooky Halloween treat.
- Kid-Friendly: Decorating joy in this simple recipe.
- Rich Flavor: Peanut butter and chocolate in creepy peanut butter cookies.
- Party-Ready: Perfect for gatherings with this festive dessert.
Ingredients for Peanut Butter Spider Cookies
Here’s what you’ll need for this creepy peanut butter cookies (makes ~24 cookies):
- ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, room temperature
- ½ cup (107g) brown sugar
- ⅓ cup (66g) granulated sugar
- ¾ cup (201g) creamy peanut butter (not natural)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups (180g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- Granulated sugar, for rolling
- 24 mini Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, unwrapped and frozen
- ½ cup (85g) semi-sweet chocolate chips, for melting
- Candy eyeballs, for decorating
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper or silicone mat
- Cookie scoop or tablespoon
- Piping bag or zip-top bag
- Microwave-safe bowl
Ingredient Tips
- Peanut Butter: Use creamy, not natural, for this spooky Halloween treat.
- Reese’s Cups: Freeze for shape in creepy peanut butter cookies.
- Flour: Measure accurately for this simple recipe’s texture.
- Chocolate Chips: Melt smoothly for this festive dessert’s legs.
- Candy Eyes: Add charm to this spooky Halloween treat.
Directions for Peanut Butter Spider Cookies
Let’s create this festive dessert!
Prepare Reese’s Cups
- I unwrap 24 mini Reese’s cups and freeze them in a bowl to hold shape for this creepy peanut butter cookies.
Preheat Oven
- I preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for this spooky Halloween treat.
Mix Cookie Dough
- I beat ½ cup butter, ½ cup brown sugar, and ⅓ cup granulated sugar with a mixer for 1 minute until fluffy. I add ¾ cup peanut butter, 1 egg, and 1 tsp vanilla, mixing briefly.
- I stir in 1 ½ cups flour, 1 tsp baking soda, ½ tsp baking powder, and ½ tsp salt on low speed for this simple recipe.
Shape Cookies
- I scoop dough into balls, roll in granulated sugar, and place 2–3 inches apart on the baking sheet for this festive dessert.
Bake Cookies
- I bake for 8–11 minutes until edges crack and turn golden, keeping centers soft for this creepy peanut butter cookies.
Add Reese’s Cups
- I press a frozen Reese’s cup into each warm cookie right after baking, then cool on the tray for 15–20 minutes for this spooky Halloween treat.
Decorate with Chocolate Legs
- I melt ½ cup chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl at 50% power for 3 minutes, stirring every minute.
- I pipe 4 legs on each side of the Reese’s cup using a piping bag for this Peanut Butter Spider Cookies.
Add Candy Eyes
- I dip candy eyes in melted chocolate and press onto Reese’s cups, letting chocolate set for this festive dessert.
Nutrition
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8–15 minutes
- Total Time: ~30–35 minutes
- Servings: 24 cookies
- Calories: ~180 kcal per cookie
- Macros per Cookie: 20g carbs, 4g protein, 10g fat
Variations for Peanut Butter Spider Cookies
Try these twists for this festive dessert:
- Dark Chocolate: Use dark Reese’s cups for this spooky Halloween treat.
- Colorful: Add orange food coloring to dough for creepy peanut butter cookies.
- Eye Swap: Use mini M&Ms for this simple recipe’s eyes.
- Savory Twist: Pair with a cheesy base for this festive dessert.
- Gluten-Free: Swap flour for gluten-free blend in this spooky Halloween treat.
Serving Ideas:
- Pair with Food and Tips’ hot cocoa for creepy peanut butter cookies.
- Serve with Food and Tips’ Halloween cupcakes for a spooky Halloween treat.
- Enjoy with Food and Tips’ apple slices for this festive dessert.
Storage
I store this creepy peanut butter cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for 4 days or freeze for 2 months with parchment between layers, thawing at room temperature for this simple recipe.
Serving Tips
- Presentation: Serve Peanut Butter Spider Cookies on a dark platter with fake spider webs for a spooky Halloween treat.
- Garnish: Dust with powdered sugar for this festive dessert’s charm.
- Pairing: Enjoy with Food and Tips’ milk for creepy peanut butter cookies.
- Portion Size: 1–2 cookies per person for a satisfying serving.
- Occasions: Perfect for Halloween parties, school treats, or family baking.
FAQs About Peanut Butter Spider Cookies
Here are answers to common questions about this spooky Halloween treat:
Can I freeze the dough?
Yes, freeze dough balls and bake with 1–2 extra minutes for this festive dessert.
What if I don’t have a piping bag?
Use a zip-top bag with a corner snipped for this simple recipe’s legs.
Can I make them gluten-free?
Swap flour with a gluten-free blend for creepy peanut butter cookies.
Do I need candy eyes?
Mini chocolate chips work for this spooky Halloween treat’s eyes.
Why did my cookies spread?
Chill dough if sticky for this festive dessert’s shape.
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Conclusion
Peanut Butter Spider Cookies are a creepy-cute Halloween hit, blending chewy peanut butter with chocolatey spider charm. This simple recipe delivers a spooky Halloween treat for parties or family fun. Enjoy the festive, flavorful bite in every delightful cookie!
Peanut Butter Spider Cookies
Peanut Butter Spider Cookies are a creepy-cute Halloween hit, blending chewy peanut butter with chocolatey spider charm. This simple recipe delivers a spooky Halloween treat for parties or family fun.
Ingredients
- ½ cup 113g unsalted butter, room temperature
- ½ cup 107g brown sugar
- ⅓ cup 66g granulated sugar
- ¾ cup 201g creamy peanut butter (not natural)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups 180g all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- Granulated sugar for rolling
- 24 mini Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups unwrapped and frozen
- ½ cup 85g semi-sweet chocolate chips, for melting
- Candy eyeballs for decorating
Instructions
Prepare Reese’s Cups
- I unwrap 24 mini Reese’s cups and freeze them in a bowl to hold shape for this creepy peanut butter cookies.
Preheat Oven
- I preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for this spooky Halloween treat.
Mix Cookie Dough
- I beat ½ cup butter, ½ cup brown sugar, and ⅓ cup granulated sugar with a mixer for 1 minute until fluffy. I add ¾ cup peanut butter, 1 egg, and 1 tsp vanilla, mixing briefly. I stir in 1 ½ cups flour, 1 tsp baking soda, ½ tsp baking powder, and ½ tsp salt on low speed for this simple recipe.
Shape Cookies
- I scoop dough into balls, roll in granulated sugar, and place 2–3 inches apart on the baking sheet for this festive dessert.
Bake Cookies
- I bake for 8–11 minutes until edges crack and turn golden, keeping centers soft for this creepy peanut butter cookies.
Add Reese’s Cups
- I press a frozen Reese’s cup into each warm cookie right after baking, then cool on the tray for 15–20 minutes for this spooky Halloween treat.
Decorate with Chocolate Legs
- I melt ½ cup chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl at 50% power for 3 minutes, stirring every minute. I pipe 4 legs on each side of the Reese’s cup using a piping bag for this Peanut Butter Spider Cookies.
Add Candy Eyes
- I dip candy eyes in melted chocolate and press onto Reese’s cups, letting chocolate set for this festive dessert.
Notes
- Freeze Reese’s cups before baking to help them keep their shape.
- Refrigerate dough briefly if it feels sticky when rolling.
- Use a piping bag or zip-top bag to easily pipe the spider legs.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze in layers.
- Decorating tip: Let cookies cool before adding chocolate legs and eyes to avoid smudging.
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