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Peanut Butter Spider Cookies

Peanut Butter Spider Cookies
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Get ready for a fun and festive baking adventure with these Peanut Butter Spider Cookies! Perfect for Halloween, these delightful treats are a playful twist on the classic peanut butter blossom. Imagine biting into a soft, chewy peanut butter cookie topped with a chocolatey Whopper spider body, complete with whimsical ganache legs and eyes. This recipe is not only easy to make but also a fantastic way to get kids involved in the kitchen. With just 20 minutes of prep time, you can whip up these cookies for family gatherings or school parties, bringing smiles and giggles to everyone.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ cup salted butter (softened)
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 1 egg
  • ½ cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 44 Whoppers (for toppings)
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (for decorating)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and baking powder.
  3. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Mix in the egg, peanut butter, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined.
  6. Roll tablespoon-sized balls of dough in granulated sugar and place on lined baking sheets.
  7. Bake for 8-10 minutes until golden at the edges but still soft in the center.
  8. Press a Whopper onto each cookie while warm; melt chocolate chips and use them to pipe legs and eyes.

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