Spooky Spider Halloween Cookies Recipe
Looking to creep out your guests this Halloween? These Spooky Spider Cookies will do the trick. Simple yet sinister, they’re perfect for any spooky celebration. Why settle for regular cookies when you can make creepy crawlers that look like they’re ready to jump off your plate? With a touch of chocolate, these cookies are both frightening and delicious. You’ll be the talk of the party—until someone accidentally steps on a spider leg. It’s all fun and games until you realize how quickly these vanish. So, grab your ingredients, and let’s get spooky with these bite-sized horrors.
Spooky Spider Halloween Cookies Recipe
A sweet and spooky cookie recipe that combines delicious flavors with a Halloween twist. Think chocolate, fun shapes, and spider legs.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips for spider bodies
- 1/2 cup melted chocolate for legs
- 12-15 small candy eyes
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla, mixing until fully incorporated.
- In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture.
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Flatten the balls slightly and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until edges are golden.
- While cookies cool, melt chocolate and pipe spider legs onto the cooled cookies.
- Attach candy eyes and a chocolate chip for the spider’s body. Let them set.
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
Calories: 180Total Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 4%
- Calcium: 2%
- Iron: 5%
- Magnesium: 3%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance Flavor
- For an extra kick, add a dash of cinnamon or nutmeg to the dough.
- If you prefer a darker chocolate, use dark chocolate chips for the spider bodies.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container for up to a week—if they last that long.
- Add a sprinkle of sea salt on top before baking for a sweet and salty combo.
