Description
Indulge in the spooky spirit of Halloween with these delightful Spider Cookies! Combining the creamy richness of peanut butter with a sweet jam filling, these whimsical treats are topped with charming chocolate truffle spiders. Perfect for parties, family gatherings, or just a fun baking activity with kids, these cookies are not only easy to make but also visually captivating. With each bite, experience a blend of nutty sweetness and playful creativity that will leave both kids and adults wanting more. Gather your ingredients and get ready to impress your guests with this festive treat!
Ingredients
- 1 large egg
- 225g coconut sugar
- 180g smooth peanut butter
- 60g dairy-free butter
- 1 tsp vanilla essence
- 185g plain flour
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp baking powder
- 15 tsp boysenberry jelly (or jam of choice)
- 15 chocolate truffle balls
- White and black writing icing tubes
- Black sesame seeds
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C and line a baking tray with baking paper.
- In a food processor, combine all cookie dough ingredients except for the toppings and blend until smooth. If needed, add milk gradually for desired consistency.
- Roll the dough into balls (about 45g each) and press a hole in the center of each on the lined tray.
- Bake cookies for 15 minutes until slightly golden. Allow them to cool completely on a rack.
- Once cooled, fill each cookie center with jam and place a chocolate truffle on top.
- Decorate using white icing for eyes and black icing for spider legs.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Experiment with different types of jam for unique flavors. Chill the dough for enhanced texture before baking. Customize decorations to match your Halloween theme.