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.