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Classic Oreo Spider Cookies

4.75 from 8 votes
Angela SellariBy Angela Sellari
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Halloween is almost here. That means all things creepy, but not too creepy. These classic OREO spider cookies cookies are just right.

There are a few things that just hand and hand with Halloween. Pumpkins and Jack-o-Lanterns, ghosts and ghouls, witches and skeletons. Spiders too! There are few things that creep me out more than spiders. These Classic OREO Spider Cookies make a great Halloween treat. They are cute enough and not so creepy that they keep you awake at night.

These classic OREO spider cookies are creepy, but not too creepy. A Halloween treat that is a lot of fun for kids to make and eat.

These spider cookies are actually quite adorable. Adorable and spiders are two words I never thought I’d use in same sentence. Can you tell I’m not a big fan of the 8-legged creatures?

Halloween Cookies

There is so much candy around this time of the year, but a fun Halloween treat can also be cookies. Because these Spider Cookies are easy to make, they can be made with almost no time and it’s a way to get the kids in the kitchen with you. These simple Halloween cookies can be made for a Halloween party, for a Halloween treat or even just a fast dessert.

Treats for a Halloween Party

If you find yourself looking for something to make to send into school for a Halloween party or the neighborhood block party, Classic OREO Spider Cookies are a great choice. Kids will get a kick out of the spiders, and of course, will ooh and ahh about the spiders. Even kids who are afraid of spiders will love these spider cookies.

Ingredients:

  • Original OREO Cookies
  • Pretzel Sticks
  • M&Ms
  • Melted Chocolate

Instructions:

Step 1: Break the pretzel sticks in half. Press one end into the Oreo. Put four on each side. Repeat on the other side.

Step 2: Use a small amount of melted chocolate as glue for the M&Ms.

Step 3: Add the M&Ms on top of the chocolate glue.

Classic Oreo Spider Cookies

Angela Sellari
These classic OREO spider cookies are creepy, but not too creepy. A Halloween treat that is a lot of fun for kids to make and eat.
4.75 from 8 votes
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 15 minutes mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 375 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pack oreo
  • 1 pack Pretzel Sticks
  • 1 pack M&Ms
  • 1 melted chocolate

Instructions
 

  • Break the pretzel sticks in half. Press one end into the OREO. Put four on each side. Repeat on the other side.
  • Use a small amount of melted chocolate as glue for the M&Ms
  • Add the M&Ms on top of the chocolate glue.

Nutrition

Calories: 375kcalCarbohydrates: 57gProtein: 4gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 296mgFiber: 2g
Keyword Classic Oreo Spider Cookies
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About Angela SellariContent Creation & Editing

Angela is the founder of About A Mom and currently acts as a content creator and editor-in-chief for the About A Mom Team. She has been a professional blogger for over 10 years. Angela has appeared in numerous TV segments, advertising campaigns and her work has been featured by many top publications. She lives in Tampa, Florida.

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Published: Oct 19, 2018 | Updated: Oct 17, 2025
4.75 from 8 votes (6 ratings without comment)

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  1. shelly peterson says

    Posted on 10/19 at 8:12 PM

    What a cute idea. These would be fun to make.

    Reply
  2. Elena says

    Posted on 10/19 at 10:06 PM

    These look so cute! I love this idea

    Reply
  3. Joni Mason says

    Posted on 10/20 at 3:21 PM

    5 stars
    How cute! I love that these spider cookies are so easy that my 8 year old grandson can make them!

    Reply
  4. Julie says

    Posted on 11/2 at 4:48 PM

    5 stars
    These are so cute! I’ll have to remember these for next year! 🙂

    Reply
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