Spider Cookies for Halloween
Delightful and whimsical cookies that transform into little spiders, perfect for Halloween festivities.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 20 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 225 g of butter
- 150 g of sugar
- 1 egg
- 300 g of flour
- 100 g of cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon of baking powder
- 100 g of dark chocolate
- Candies for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C.
- Beat the butter and sugar together until creamy.
- Add the egg and mix until fully incorporated.
- Incorporate the flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder until smooth.
- Spoon small balls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving space between them.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the edges are firm. Allow to cool before transferring to a rack.
- Melt the dark chocolate and use it to draw spider legs on each cookie.
- Add candies for the eyes and let set before serving.
Notes
Ensure cookies do not overbake to maintain their softness. Customize decorations as desired.