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Peanut Butter Spider Cookies decorated for Halloween with chocolate legs

Peanut Butter Spider Cookies

Delightfully nostalgic, these Peanut Butter Spider Cookies blend rich peanut butter with chocolate candies, creating a fun and whimsical treat that's perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 140
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda This helps the cookies rise.
  • 1 cup chocolate candies (like M&Ms) For decoration.
  • 1 cup chocolate chips (for melting) For drizzling.
  • 1 cup chopped nuts (optional) Add if desired for added texture.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, sugar, and egg. Stir well until you get a smooth and creamy mixture.
  3. Add the baking soda and mix it in.
  4. Form the dough into small balls, about the size of a walnut, and place them on a lined baking sheet.
  5. Gently press your chocolate candies into each ball for decoration.
Baking
  1. Bake for about 10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
  2. Remove them from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Finishing Touches
  1. Melt some chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring in short intervals until smooth.
  2. Drizzle the melted chocolate over your cookies to create a fun spider effect.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 140kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 70mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g

Notes

For a flavor twist, consider adding vanilla extract or substituting honey for sugar. Vegan options are available with flaxseed meal instead of eggs.

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