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Halloween Peanut Butter Ghost Cookies

Peanut Butter Ghosts, Spooky Peanut Butter Biscuits, Peanut Butter Halloween Cookies

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Difficulty
Medium
Servings
48
Prep Time
45 minutes
Make Time
15 minutes
Calories
160 / serving
Diet
Vegetarian

The essentials, at a glance

The Americas Dessert Snack Halloween Nut-Based

These whimsical treats combine the rich, nutty flavour of peanut butter with a playful ghostly appearance. They are perfectly suited for Halloween gatherings due to their themed shapes and snowy powdered sugar finish. The soft texture and sweet profile make them a crowd-pleasing seasonal snack.

Protein 4.0g
Fat 9.0g
Carbs 18.0g

Above values do not change with any serving size changes you make below

May not be suitable if you suffer with:

Acid Reflux
Lactose Intolerance
IBS
Diabetes
Indigestion
High Blood Pressure
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Ingredients & Method

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STEP 1

Cream the butter and brown sugar together in a large bowl until smooth and creamy, approximately 2-3 minutes.

Ingredients

Servings: 48
140 g / 5 oz
200 g / 7 oz
125 g / 4.4 oz creamy
1 large
10 ml / 2 tsp pure
190 g / 6.7 oz
15 g / 2 tbsp
5 g / 1 tsp
5 g / 1 tsp
1 tube black
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Instructions

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Cream the butter and brown sugar together in a large bowl until smooth and creamy, approximately 2-3 minutes.

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Beat in the peanut butter, egg, and vanilla until the mixture is smooth and lighter in colour.

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Sift in the flour, cornflour, baking soda, and salt, then mix until the flour is combined and a dough has formed.

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Scoop the dough into balls using a 2 tablespoon scoop and place them on a large plate or cutting board.

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Cover the plate with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30-45 minutes.

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Preheat the oven to 180°C (or 160°C for fan ovens) and line a baking sheet with parchment or a silicone mat.

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Remove the chilled dough balls from the fridge and place them on the baking sheet, leaving 2 to 3 inches of space between each.

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Gently and quickly shape each ball into a triangular ghost shape about 1 inch tall, avoiding overhandling the dough.

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Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until the bottom edges are very slightly golden and the tops are set with no raw colour remaining.

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Let the cookies cool for a few minutes, then use a clean pinky finger or the rounded end of a small wooden spoon to poke holes halfway through for the eyes and mouth.

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Remove from the pan and let cool completely on a solid surface.

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Gently roll each cooled cookie in powdered sugar until completely coated.

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Use a clean paintbrush or cotton swab to remove powdered sugar from the eye and mouth holes.

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Squeeze black writing icing into the eye and mouth spaces, then place one candy eyeball in each eye space.

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Store in an airtight container in single or double layers separated by parchment paper.

Other considerations for this recipe

Mixing the dough
Stir in dry ingredients just until combined; overmixing can make cookies dense and hard.
Importance of Chilling
Chilling the dough is essential for the butter to harden, ensuring the ghosts maintain their shape during baking.
Creative Shapes
Vary the shapes by making some ghosts rounded and others long and thin for a more natural look.
Avoid Overbaking
Remove cookies when the tops are set and edges are lightly golden to keep them soft.
Quick Cooling
Move cookies from the pan to a platter and place them in the freezer for faster cooling.
Candy Eye Alternatives
If candy eyes are unavailable, use only black icing or add white icing details.

Nutritional Benefits

Provides plant-based protein from peanut butter.

Contains minerals such as magnesium and phosphorus.

Offers a quick source of energy for festive activities.

Includes fats that contribute to satiety.

Nutritional information is provided as a general guide only. Values may vary and should not replace professional medical or dietary advice.

Spooky Peanut Butter Ghost Cookies

Halloween Peanut Butter Ghost Cookies
Halloween Peanut Butter Ghost Cookies · Andrew T.
Andrew T.
Andrew T.

Creamy peanut butter and dark brown sugar combine to create a rich, caramel-like base that is absolutely addictive. As someone who loves sharing global flavours, I find these North American-style treats a brilliant way to bring some festive cheer to the kitchen without needing professional chef skills.

The secret to those charming ghostly figures lies in the chilling process; keeping the dough cold ensures the shapes stay intact while baking. Once they are coated in a snowy layer of powdered sugar, the contrast with the black icing and candy eyeballs makes them look wonderfully whimsical.

Top Baking Tips
  • Avoid overmixing the flour to keep the texture soft and light.
  • Use a fan oven at 160°C for an even bake.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before adding the sugar to prevent it from melting.
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