Cookies & BarsNo. 9603 · The 2026 edition
The Best Spider Cookies for Halloween – Spooky and Sweet Treats
Create spooky and sweet spider cookies for Halloween with just a few simple ingredients and some creativity!
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These Halloween spider cookies are a fun and easy treat to make. Mix the dough, shape it into balls, bake, and then decorate with candy eyes and legs. Store them in the freezer for a quick and festive snack!
Ingredients
Directions
- Mix shortening, peanut butter, brown sugar, and sugar in a bowl. Add an egg, milk, and vanilla extract; stir in flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and place on a greased cookie sheet. Bake at 375°F for 10-12 minutes, or until lightly golden.
- While the cookies are still warm, decorate them with Milk Duds or Whoppers as spider bodies. Use frosting to attach candy eyes and draw legs.
- Freeze the decorated cookies in a single layer in gallon-size ziploc bags. Thaw for about an hour before serving.
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