Nutter Butter Ghost Cookies (Easy No-Bake Halloween Treat)

Boo! These Nutter Butter Ghost Cookies are the cutest little spooks you’ll ever snack on. With just four simple ingredients, you’ll whip up a tray of ghostly bites in under 20 minutes. Perfect for Halloween parties, classroom treats, or just a fun kitchen project with the kids, these no-bake cookies are as delicious as they are adorable.

Why You’ll Love These Ghost Cookies

There’s something so fun about transforming a store-bought cookie into a festive little ghost. These Nutter Butter Ghost Cookies are:

• Fast to make – 20 minutes start to finish
• Kid-approved – little hands can help dip and decorate
• Budget-friendly – less than $20 for a batch
• No-bake – just melt, dip, and set
• Party-ready – spooky-cute for dessert tables
  
  Pair these spooky cookies with Halloween swirl cream cheese brownies for the ultimate party tray.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Here’s your short and sweet shopping list:

• 12 Nutter Butter cookies – classic peanut-shaped cookies
• 1 cup white candy melts – or swap with white almond bark or white chocolate chips
• 24 candy eyeballs – two for each ghostly face
• 12 mini chocolate chips – the perfect “O” for a ghost’s mouth
  Tip: If peanut allergies are a concern, swap Nutter Butters for Milano cookies.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prep the workspace

Line a baking sheet with wax paper so your cookies have a place to set once dipped.

Melt the candy coating

Place candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat at 50% power in 30-second bursts, stirring in between until smooth. Be patientrushing can burn the chocolate.

Dip and decorate

Dip each cookie about three-quarters of the way into the melted coating. Let excess drip off. While still wet, gently press two candy eyeballs and one chocolate chip mouth into place. Suddenly, your cookie has a face!

Let them set and serve

Lay decorated ghosts on the wax paper. Let them firm up for 5–10 minutes. Once set, they’re ready to haunt your snack table.

Kids will also love helping you make these Halloween Rice Krispie Treats alongside the ghost cookies.

Tips & Variations

• Allergy-friendly swap: Try Milano cookies instead of peanut butter cookies.
• Different faces: Play with sprinkles, icing, or colored gel for silly expressions.
• Spooky extras: Add edible glitter or candy corn fangs for a creepier vibe.
• Storage: Keep in a sealed container at room temp or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Freeze for up to 2 weeks, then thaw before serving.

Serving Ideas

These ghost cookies are adorable on their own, but even better when part of a Halloween spread:

• Add to a Halloween dessert board with brownies and candy corn.
• Send to school as a treat (double-check allergy rules first).
• Serve with hot cocoa or a cozy pumpkin spice latte for the grown-ups.
  
  For a fun drink to serve with your cookies, try this glowing Halloween punch that steals the spotlight.

FAQ – Nutter Butter Ghost Cookies

Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes! Make them up to 3 days before your party and store in an airtight container.
What if I can’t find candy eyeballs?
Mini chocolate chips or small dots of black icing work just as well.
Can I freeze decorated cookies?
Absolutely. Freeze them in layers with parchment paper between. Thaw on the counter before serving.

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