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Halloween Snacks

Spooky Halloween Snacks: Easy Treats for a Fun Celebration

Discover easy Halloween snacks that will impress and delight everyone at your celebration!
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Spiderweb Dip
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be a healthier alternative.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Ensure it's softened for easy mixing.
  • 1 pack Ranch Dressing Mix Homemade ranch seasoning works well as a substitute.
  • ½ cup Mayonnaise Can replace with sour cream for a lighter taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Chives Substitute with green onions if needed.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley Can be omitted if not on hand.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Use fresh garlic for a more robust taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Use fresh onion for a more robust taste.
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper Essential for seasoning.
  • ¼ cup Black Olives Green olives work in a pinch.
For the Mummy Dogs
  • 8 Hot Dogs Veggie dogs can make this dish vegetarian-friendly.
  • 1 can Crescent Roll Dough You can also use homemade dough.
  • to taste Mustard/Ketchup For decorating 'eyes' on mummy dogs.
For the Monster Eye Cookies
  • 1 tube Sugar Cookie Dough Opt for homemade dough if desired.
  • 1 tablespoon Green Food Coloring Consider using natural colors as alternatives.
  • 1 pack Candy Eyeballs Chocolate chips can be a delightful substitute.
  • 1 cup White Frosting Secures candy eyeballs and adds sweetness.
For the Witch Finger Pretzels
  • 10 Pretzel Rods Alternate pretzel types can work as well.
  • 1 cup Green Candy Melts Standard chocolate is another tasty option.
  • ½ cup Slivered Almonds Could use whole almonds or another nut.
For the Ghostly Fruit Skewers
  • 1 cup Green Grapes Feel free to use any seasonal fruits available.
  • 1 cup Cantaloupe Feel free to use any seasonal fruits available.
  • 1 cup Mini Marshmallows Substitute with any soft candy if preferred.
  • 10 Wooden Skewers Cocktail sticks work well for smaller servings.
  • ¼ cup Mini Chocolate Chips Frosting can help attach them if needed.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Wooden Skewers

Method
 

Preparation Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine sour cream, softened cream cheese, ranch dressing mix, and mayonnaise. Add chopped fresh chives, parsley, garlic powder, and onion powder, then blend using an electric mixer until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  2. Spoon the creamy mixture into a serving dish. To create a spooky spiderweb effect, drizzle additional sour cream on top and use a toothpick to swirl it into a web design. Garnish with black olives and chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
  3. While the dip chills, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  4. Open the crescent roll dough and cut it into thin strips. Wrap each hot dog in these strips, leaving gaps for 'eyes.' Place on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown. Dot mustard or ketchup for eye details.
  5. Using green food coloring, tint sugar cookie dough. Shape into small balls and place them on a lined baking sheet. Press candy eyeballs onto each ball before baking for 8-10 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
  6. Melt green candy and dip each pretzel rod, adding slivered almonds for nails. Allow to set until coating hardens.
  7. On wooden skewers, thread grapes, cantaloupe pieces, and mini marshmallows. Stick mini chocolate chips on marshmallows for eyes and chill until serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1snackCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 4mg

Notes

These treats are easy to prepare and will impress at your Halloween gathering. Customize ingredients and decorate as you like!

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