Tarantula Cookies - From the Mind of Christine McConnell

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  • Опубликовано: 2 дек 2024
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    Shortbread Cookies Recipe:
    3 Cups All Purpose Flour
    1 Cup Confectioners Sugar
    1 1/4 Cup Butter
    1 Tsp Vanilla
    1 Tsp Salt
    1 Tbs Almond Milk
    Heat oven to 320 degrees. Sift flour, sugar and salt and the whisk. Add cubed butter admix in a stand mixer. Add vanilla, salt and milk. Combine until treasure resembles wet sand. Add more milk if mixture is too dry and does not easily form a ball. Chill
    Once legs have been molded, bake for around 6 minutes, but start checking at the 4 minute mark as ovens vary. The larger body pieces will need to bake 12 minutes ormolu until boring on the tips occur.
    Royal Icing Recipe:
    6 Tbs Chilled Aquafaba (Reduced Chickpea Brine)
    1/2 Tsp Salt
    1/8 Tsp Cream of Tartar
    1/8 Tsp Almond Flavoring
    1 Tsp Vanilla
    4 Cups Confectioners Sugar
    Whisk chilled aquafaba in a stand mixer until frothy. Add salt, cream of tartar, almond favor and vanilla. Mix and the add 4 cups of confectioners sugar, adding one cup at a time and mixing before adding the next. Once soft peaks are visible, transfer to an airtight container and chill until ready to use.
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Комментарии • 531

  • @matheus.donato
    @matheus.donato Месяц назад +646

    FINALLY A RUclips VIDEO, WE MISS YOU HERE

    • @kathrynmasseyevers3060
      @kathrynmasseyevers3060 Месяц назад

      @@sneakysnape3425 So, she just did an haunted house ambience video a few days ago. I believe that would be considered a new video. If you are a patron (starting at $3 a month) on Patreon, you would get an episode a month and a live stream, plus her entire catalog of episodes and live streams.

    • @dallasmandy
      @dallasmandy Месяц назад +10

      I think she put one out around a week ago

    • @katedorman7042
      @katedorman7042 Месяц назад

      @@sneakysnape3425, she posted an excellent video last week - a Halloween soundtrack that is a “must-watch” as there are little special nuggets throughout the video. Hope you watch and enjoy!

    • @FS-mc3cs
      @FS-mc3cs Месяц назад +17

      @@dallasmandy hunnie.... it's a 2 & half hours of a.... "STATIC" image... hmmmm.....

    • @bettyb1313
      @bettyb1313 Месяц назад

      Right 🎉

  • @MelissaB0999
    @MelissaB0999 2 года назад +159

    My most favorite aspect of this video is Grant's tarantula music at the end. I can't wait to get the download for that. It's the creepiest music I've ever heard. You can feel the tarantula steps!

    • @ladycroft214
      @ladycroft214 Месяц назад +4

      Grant's music is amazing... Power couple 🤜🖤

    • @Lisargarza
      @Lisargarza Месяц назад +1

      Yes! Perfect little spidey steps!

    • @hopegold883
      @hopegold883 Месяц назад +2

      Had to take my earbuds out and hold it a bit away every few seconds. What a genius.

  • @debbie7116
    @debbie7116 2 года назад +127

    Anatomically correct spooky spiders! I love them. If I make them no one will be allowed to eat them.

    • @hopegold883
      @hopegold883 Месяц назад +5

      Love that all the leg segment names are in humans too

    • @ushere5791
      @ushere5791 Месяц назад +2

      just make one out of clay and decorate it! :D

    • @olduglyentwife5700
      @olduglyentwife5700 Месяц назад

      They're "arachnatomically correct!"

  • @loribo37
    @loribo37 Месяц назад +353

    I have to rewatch every year! Miss your Netflix show!!!

    • @athena1491
      @athena1491 Месяц назад +6

      they had a netflix show?!

    • @kuchiuuga
      @kuchiuuga Месяц назад +23

      @@athena1491 yeah! It was amazing, had puppets and everything!

    • @pyrussy
      @pyrussy Месяц назад +5

      I miss it to

    • @drwizbang
      @drwizbang Месяц назад +1

      What`s Netflix ?

    • @Anwelei
      @Anwelei Месяц назад +8

      It’s one of my favorite shows ever. It should have had another season!

  • @traceywait6289
    @traceywait6289 Месяц назад +55

    I don't have a crystal ball, but I do see that there will never be a book called "5 Minute Crafts with Christine McConnell" in your future.

  • @leslielangenegger5142
    @leslielangenegger5142 2 года назад +37

    Wow! They look amazing, so real! Don't think I could eat one knowing all the work put into it. Had a feeling I'd hear some new music. Great job Grant!

  • @Rahkhell
    @Rahkhell 2 года назад +96

    I'm so grateful for these videos, Netflix really missed out.

  • @SlartiMarvinbartfast
    @SlartiMarvinbartfast 2 года назад +33

    Just amazing - once again Christine proves how incredibly talented she is.

  • @HorrorHoneysKitchen
    @HorrorHoneysKitchen 2 года назад +41

    Oh I love these🖤 I feel like you’re really back to your roots with these, they’re dreadfully adorable 🕷️🕸️

  • @beccitatefitzjohn7804
    @beccitatefitzjohn7804 2 года назад +15

    Oh my goodness they are gorgeous! Christine you have so much patience and persistence

  • @salemnj1
    @salemnj1 Месяц назад +32

    Your ability to describe and demonstrate such a complicated creative and constructive process in an understandable and visually fascinating way. Is really commendable. One of the best talents out there!

  • @arachnidsLor
    @arachnidsLor 2 года назад +27

    the amount of time and detail put into each and everyone is wonderful. they came out looking like a little army of tarantulas. that would probably be a pretty good thing to have. they can bring you snacks and they scare off enemies.
    but honestly, they look so realistic. wonderful wonderful work

  • @TroyKristoffer
    @TroyKristoffer 2 года назад +49

    OMG This is so extra even for Christine. LOL - I don't think I could even eat one, they look too real.

  • @jsaysyay
    @jsaysyay Месяц назад +50

    the SKILL the CREATIVITY the TALENT the everything literally

  • @amandatyler6050
    @amandatyler6050 Месяц назад +27

    She said step aside y’all know this my season 🕸️🕷️ 😂
    I love what she comes up with!

  • @itsjustme5594
    @itsjustme5594 2 года назад +11

    Your level of patience amazes me. They turned out awesome. Cannot wait for the bedroom makeover video!!!

  • @freyawildesciencefictionau8156
    @freyawildesciencefictionau8156 Месяц назад +74

    Moar Christine!!!! We don't get enough on youtube of you.

  • @jasminebambury5841
    @jasminebambury5841 Месяц назад +33

    Halloween at Christine's is got to be the best!! Thanks for all the inspiration ♡

  • @jenniferkindred1780
    @jenniferkindred1780 2 года назад +313

    Love this, but no way will I make this many time consuming cookies. I think clay so I can keep them. 😉

    • @pamavery9352
      @pamavery9352 Месяц назад +15

      I agree make out of clay to keep them!

    • @jennifernantais4145
      @jennifernantais4145 Месяц назад +4

      and then make coconut macaroons to put beside the clay spiders and call those spider poop haha

    • @SputnikDeb
      @SputnikDeb Месяц назад

      My first thought was also to use clay. These are stellar!

    • @SputnikDeb
      @SputnikDeb Месяц назад +1

      @@jennifernantais4145 Actually, coconut macaroons would look exactly like spider egg sacs. Great idea!

  • @sofaloafable
    @sofaloafable Месяц назад +57

    I've been baking for almost 30 years. You do amazing work. Your patients and skills are to be admired. Love and hugs Miss Christine.

  • @autumnleaffarm
    @autumnleaffarm 2 года назад +8

    Amazing! What could be better....a cookie and spider all in one. The detail is fantastic! I would hate to eat them. Thank you Christine for another inspiring project.

  • @kristinapines5013
    @kristinapines5013 Месяц назад +36

    I am in awe of the patience and attention to detail you bring to EVERY project- big or small

  • @edramirez1240
    @edramirez1240 Месяц назад +21

    This isn’t about baking. It’s about entomology-incredible.

  • @DuchessDubai
    @DuchessDubai Месяц назад +3

    Please give Christine her own show again. Netflix bring back Christine's TV series.

  • @rachelaustin7019
    @rachelaustin7019 2 года назад +10

    Crazy talent! They're amazing! I enjoyed the new score of this video too (well new to me) especially when showing the finished spiders!😍

  • @thinking_toomuch
    @thinking_toomuch Месяц назад +36

    I'm so glad we get to see a previously Patreon exclusive episode here on RUclips!

  • @dolllpartsTM
    @dolllpartsTM 2 года назад +10

    Amazing! I can’t wait for the other upcoming projects.

  • @lianapalumbo8457
    @lianapalumbo8457 2 года назад +7

    I would definitely try this if I had an oven, they look so real. I love spiders and am trying to find a tarantula to adopt, but I might give this a go in clay 🖤🕷️🖤

  • @smeastwest
    @smeastwest Месяц назад +11

    She sketches out the cookie. Before baking. I like to bake, but like always, Christine takes it to a level I'll never go. These are gorgeous.

  • @msindependant5402
    @msindependant5402 Месяц назад +21

    I love a Christine McConnell video day!

  • @pumpjackpiddlewick
    @pumpjackpiddlewick 2 года назад +8

    OMG I just love this. And I particularly love it because I wiould never attempt to try it. Why would I not try this myself? Have you ever seen those Pinterest fails? Where someone sees something amazing... and they try it themselves. And fail magnificently. That would be me. So instead, I bow to the master and enjoy the making of. Thank you, thank you for your attention to detail.

  • @hello_robot
    @hello_robot Месяц назад +10

    I won't ever attempt this (I can't bake to save my life), but I love watching Christine at her craft, and how wonderful these turned out

  • @pauln6917
    @pauln6917 Месяц назад +7

    Ah, finally......... Ok. Now we can have Halloween! Can't start without a Christine McConnell video to usher things in.

  • @desireetman
    @desireetman 2 года назад +6

    Most impressive. I feel these would be perfect for a spooky tea party 🫖

  • @Nia_von_L
    @Nia_von_L Месяц назад +19

    Imagine being invited to a Halloween dinner party at Christine's haunted mansion and every guest is greeted by one of these spiders sitting on their dinner plate. 🕷🖤 Christine, if anyone could do a whole standing human skeleton made of cookie dough, it would be you! Maybe next time! ☠

  • @WhatSA6
    @WhatSA6 Месяц назад +10

    I’ve never been so happy to see a RUclips notification. I re-watch the Netflix series multiple times a year so I love to see a notification from this channel.

  • @MononokeLynn
    @MononokeLynn Месяц назад +11

    Two videos in one month!? You bless us Gracious Lady! ❤

  • @BarbB56
    @BarbB56 Месяц назад +4

    You must have the patience of a saint Christine. Loved watching you doing this but I honestly could not be bothered to go to so much trouble. Thanks for sharing. Always look forward to your posts.

  • @Gem61597
    @Gem61597 Месяц назад +6

    WAKE UP!! We got a new Christine video yall, get cozy 😭💜

  • @damedamsel3300
    @damedamsel3300 Месяц назад +8

    Yeaaaah!!!!! My absolute fav! My top 3 RUclips channel. I wish she posted more on RUclips. I love her!!!! I watch her Netflix shows every year just for fun.

  • @lolilol20098
    @lolilol20098 2 года назад +41

    I’m an arachnophobe, but I love Christine’s videos too much to not watch. I just, ya know, had to look away a few times…

  • @Shamanized
    @Shamanized Месяц назад +5

    I was kinda hoping you'd eat one at the end, I'm not sure why but it's satisfying to see something so real looking just to be reminded that it is indeed a cookie. Amazing work all around!

  • @susankrzywicki
    @susankrzywicki Месяц назад +21

    There are something like 8 billion people on Earth right now, and only one Christine McConnell.

  • @diegosierra16
    @diegosierra16 Месяц назад +14

    Wow this is amazing 🤩 looks like a prop for a movie they’re so realistic 🕷️

  • @AkashaKitty
    @AkashaKitty Месяц назад +3

    I’m so happy you’re sharing the process on these. Every time you do an intricate and time consuming project my brain gets happy tingles! I love that nothing is too much for you. Your attention to detail and dedication to the final product inspires me in every creative project I do. Thank you for being you!

  • @datumzinememories
    @datumzinememories 2 года назад +5

    You had me at tarantula. Definitely gives me some syfy movie vibes seeing them setting up.

  • @meaghanscott2863
    @meaghanscott2863 Месяц назад +5

    It is TOO COOL that you veganized your recipe. Thank you!❤️🌱🕷️

    • @ushere5791
      @ushere5791 Месяц назад +1

      yes!! i just printed out the royal icing recipe for the chickpea flour-based ginger-spice cookies i'll be making for the holidays.

    • @Ganpignanus
      @Ganpignanus Месяц назад +2

      agreed.

  • @justacreativejunkie5164
    @justacreativejunkie5164 Месяц назад +2

    The best way to enjoy a relaxing breakfast is watching Christine McConnell ❤

  • @scottphelps6769
    @scottphelps6769 Месяц назад +2

    Those look really awesome and I can tell you as the owner of several tarantulas that looks like they're in the beginning of a don't mess with me posture or better known as threat posture. So cool and I can't wait to try to make those myself

  • @MsDreamcakes
    @MsDreamcakes Месяц назад +6

    Absolute perfection Christine! You make things look so easy because you’ve put in the kazillion hours learning how to do all this stuff….plus you look stunning doing it! 🥰🥰🥰

  • @nessavee2205
    @nessavee2205 Месяц назад +1

    My goodness! I hope whomever you gift these beautiful creations to appreciates the amount of time and work you put into them, or, at the very least are tickled to death by them. They are so creepy and lovely❤.

  • @adventurecreations3214
    @adventurecreations3214 Месяц назад +5

    Exquisite form. I kept expecting them to scurry away

  • @LaurenTurek
    @LaurenTurek Месяц назад +5

    Thank you so much for the guide to making a plant-based royal icing! This is fantastic!

  • @lipisteek
    @lipisteek Месяц назад +5

    Definitely clicked so fast the moment you popped up!! Yes!!

  • @DearxMyxSongs
    @DearxMyxSongs 2 года назад +2

    Your outfit! Absolutely love! Of course, the spiders are incredible, as always! I’ll be using the RI recipe for gingerbread structures this year! Also, your attention to anatomical detail really elevates these little guys.

  • @skylightlove
    @skylightlove Месяц назад +4

    Thought I'd seen this before, can't easily forget tarantula cookies made by Christine 🕷️ maybe I'll be brave enough to make them this year!

  • @troynov1965
    @troynov1965 Месяц назад +3

    LOL I have rebuilt car engines that was less complicated and time consuming than making those cookies. Awesome detail and work !

  • @vlrissolo
    @vlrissolo Месяц назад +4

    Christine, I LOVE that you're doing a bit more RUclips! You are fascinating and inspiring. I WILL be TRYING these. Like you said, you/we improve with practice! ❤

  • @mi2ube
    @mi2ube Месяц назад +2

    Gave me chills seeing them finished. I was waiting for one to start walking 🕷️🫣

  • @laurielaurie8280
    @laurielaurie8280 Месяц назад +2

    These look so real lol. Its hard to believe they are cookies! You are so talented and amazing Christine! I always am glued to your video like one of your spiders 😊🕷🕸

  • @lilcat6091
    @lilcat6091 Месяц назад +2

    I've never been so scared to eat a cookie! 😂 absolutely amazing!!!

  • @venusdechela
    @venusdechela Месяц назад +1

    I can honestly say you are the most creative person I have ever known. This is amazing!!!!

  • @winterstar3170
    @winterstar3170 Месяц назад +1

    Taking on a baking project of this magnitude would be ridiculous however, it's so fabulous watching you do your thing. Christine you are amazingly creative, how wonderful.

  • @CameronInEgyptsLand
    @CameronInEgyptsLand Месяц назад +2

    As a former art student, I love your artist palette. I haven't made much art in years, but the extra row of little water "containers" is so convenient. 🎨
    Love the project! These spiders are so realistic looking. Eeek! 🕷

  • @ztzimisce
    @ztzimisce Месяц назад +3

    An absolute favorite revisited redux and resurrected!

  • @chillfailure
    @chillfailure Месяц назад +1

    youre absolutely incredible. i miss your show. & your videos. the production values so sick. & youre so creative.

  • @ThickUmmz86
    @ThickUmmz86 28 дней назад +1

    Netflix is bogus for not renewing your show! I really enjoyed it

  • @auntie_kristie
    @auntie_kristie 2 года назад +7

    🕷 Very creative idea. I especially like the way the video was shot. 💯

  • @mimiveggie8653
    @mimiveggie8653 Месяц назад +1

    They are gorgeous!! I would not dare eat them with the time you spent on them...

  • @CarmenFlores-zo4px
    @CarmenFlores-zo4px Месяц назад

    Totally gobsmacked ! Never before have I seen cookies like these especially in the shape of tarantulas that look so real. Amazing artist and creative genius. Thank you.

  • @orland0110
    @orland0110 Месяц назад +3

    Impressive cookies, Christine! Your level of talent is amazing! 👍

  • @ashaniquejohnson6715
    @ashaniquejohnson6715 Месяц назад +2

    These are a lot more realistic than the first ones. I have a phobia so I’m squirming 😅Thank you for sharing Crafting Goddess ❤

  • @rainesonne1320
    @rainesonne1320 Месяц назад +2

    These cookies are amazing and creepy! I'm going to try and make these with a sugar cookie recipe and regular royal icing! My husband is making some plastic hangers so I can attach the legs in the front......they'll be reusable so I wont have to make them everytime! Your design is awesome! Thank you for your time!

  • @harlowmansfield8222
    @harlowmansfield8222 Месяц назад +1

    These are the coolest spookiest creapest cookies I've ever seen .

  • @kittyfriend4
    @kittyfriend4 Месяц назад +2

    I love watching you create. I hope you have a wonderful Halloween and blessed Samhain Christine.. 🖤🐈‍⬛😽🎃

  • @catherine8262
    @catherine8262 2 года назад +5

    I will definitely make the dough! The rest is doubtful 😂 These came out AMAZING 😻

  • @user-mr3ei1dz3b
    @user-mr3ei1dz3b Месяц назад +1

    My daughter and I watched ur you tube show and we were hooked. Please do more. ❤❤❤

  • @jamjar5716
    @jamjar5716 Месяц назад

    I swear I saw them move! I admire your attention to detail and your patience. These were amazing!

  • @MsLinz1975
    @MsLinz1975 Месяц назад

    They are amazing. You're amazing. One of the best channels on here. In hospital and first time I can engage with the outside world. Sitting outside and looks very spooky and autumnal. ❤

  • @tcw4731
    @tcw4731 Месяц назад +1

    Finally ❤ I absolutely love this
    I don't think I'm brave enough to make these but GOALS

  • @x8841opl
    @x8841opl Месяц назад

    This is amazing. Just out of curiosity, is anyone planning on making these intricate works of art, or are we all just watching for Christine’s incredible creativity?

  • @JSanime
    @JSanime Месяц назад

    Your patience for detail is unmatched. ❤❤❤

  • @sevnhana2898
    @sevnhana2898 Месяц назад +1

    Super excited that this is a vegan recipe!

  • @screamingmimi90
    @screamingmimi90 Месяц назад +1

    Oh finally something good to watch! Warm wishes from Minnesota! ❤️❤️❤️ May your pencils always be sharp and your colors never bleed.
    After cringing at the sight of baking contestants making spiders with 6 legs this is so refreshing.

  • @princessdesigns8439
    @princessdesigns8439 Месяц назад +2

    Cant wait for you to do another bedroom design. I tried to buy the wallpaper you designed but soon sold out like hot cakes. Never been a lover of spiders myself but these look scary enough to eat .... love the video Christine.......❤❤❤

  • @andreao4922
    @andreao4922 Месяц назад +1

    Fabulous and talented, as always!

  • @kathynguyen6409
    @kathynguyen6409 Месяц назад +1

    Beautiful cookies. They look so realistic 😊

  • @karellarsen939
    @karellarsen939 Месяц назад +1

    I love your videos! Your so patient and very talented! ❤❤

  • @RMCToo
    @RMCToo Месяц назад

    Yay!! I LOVE LOVE LOVE these! They actually look VERY real; Christine!!!
    Richard

  • @aileenahearn2794
    @aileenahearn2794 Месяц назад +1

    Welcome back! I missed you 😊

  • @allisonm2579
    @allisonm2579 Месяц назад

    No one could ever call you lazy! These critters are so creative!

  • @DarknessLiesWithin
    @DarknessLiesWithin Месяц назад +3

    Ahhh I have wanted to try these ever since I saw Rachel Maksy's video!

  • @kingbee44
    @kingbee44 2 года назад +10

    Thank you for giving us plant-based options! I’m allergic to dairy/eggs, so this is perfect.

  • @misled1982
    @misled1982 Месяц назад +1

    These are not cookies, these are tiny pieces of art!!! I wouldnt want to eat this, but display it!

  • @spacechimp5141
    @spacechimp5141 Месяц назад +1

    wow looks too good to just eat. amazing.

  • @heidiavera5071
    @heidiavera5071 Месяц назад +1

    Beautiful transformation

  • @IsaacxCasanova
    @IsaacxCasanova Месяц назад +1

    Absolutely love this so much!
    Love all your content!
    I’m going to watch your Netflix special again today because you’re amazing 🖤

  • @katedorman7042
    @katedorman7042 Месяц назад

    YOU are unbelievably talented. I am currently rewatching all of your RUclips videos for Halloween. I’m in awe of your dedication, style and skills. Thank YOU for this incredible treat for the season.🖤🎃👑🖤

  • @melaniehellum1281
    @melaniehellum1281 Месяц назад +1

    Very cool they look so perfectly spookie

  • @amyjensen7917
    @amyjensen7917 Месяц назад +1

    I like these, I remember when Rachel Maksy tried making some. Between the two of you it totally seems doable!!!