Best 4 Crispy Spiderwebs Recipes

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Crispy Spiderwebs: A Hauntingly Delicious Halloween Treat

As Halloween approaches, spooky snacks and sweet treats take center stage. Among the eerie and delightful confections, Crispy Spiderwebs stand out as a unique and eye-catching addition to any Halloween party spread. These delicate and crunchy cookies, spun from a web of crispy phyllo dough, are sure to cast a spell on your taste buds.

In this article, we present two tantalizing variations of Crispy Spiderwebs: the classic version coated in a sweet and tangy glaze, and a savory rendition seasoned with garlic and herbs. Both recipes are crafted with simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, making them accessible to bakers of all skill levels.

The first recipe, Classic Crispy Spiderwebs, features a sweet and tangy glaze made from powdered sugar, milk, and lemon juice. This glaze perfectly complements the crispy phyllo dough, creating a delightful balance of flavors.

The second recipe, Savory Crispy Spiderwebs, takes a savory turn with a blend of garlic, herbs, and Parmesan cheese. These spiderwebs are perfect for those who prefer savory snacks and make an excellent accompaniment to dips and spreads.

Whether you're looking for a sweet treat or a savory snack, these Crispy Spiderwebs are sure to be a hit at your Halloween party. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a spooky baking adventure!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SPIDERWEB BROWNIES



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To decorate these moist brownies for Halloween, I drizzle a chocolate spiderweb on their white icing. They're so delicious and chocolaty...you'll find yourself making them for gatherings throughout the year. -Sandy Pichon, Slidell, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup butter, cubed
4 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped
2 cups sugar
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
1 jar (7 ounces) marshmallow creme
1 ounce semisweet chocolate

Steps:

  • In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt butter and unsweetened chocolate; stir until smooth. Remove from the heat; stir in sugar. Cool for 10 minutes. Whisk in eggs and vanilla. Stir in flour and nuts. Pour into a greased foil-lined 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. , Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean (do not overbake). Immediately drop marshmallow cream by spoonfuls over hot brownies; spread evenly. Cool on a wire rack. , Lift out of the pan; remove foil. For web decoration, melt semisweet chocolate in a microwave; stir until smooth. Transfer to a small resealable plastic bag. Cut a small hole in one corner of the bag; drizzle chocolate over top in a spiderweb design. Let set before cutting into bars.

Nutrition Facts :

PRETZEL SPIDER WEBS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Time 1h20m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

80 pretzel sticks
2 cups white candy melting wafers
1/2 cup Halloween sprinkles
Chocolate spiders, optional

Steps:

  • Line two sheet pans with parchment paper.
  • In sets of 8, arrange the pretzel sticks into the spokes of 10 webs, with the centers touching and the outer edges spaced.
  • Melt the melting wafers according to the package instructions, approximately 2 minutes in a microwave or 3 to 5 minutes over a double boiler. Transfer to a piping bag and cut the tip to create a small hole.
  • Pipe a small amount of the melted candy onto the center of each web where the pretzels meet; this will hold the webs together. Then pipe a web pattern by starting in the center and spiraling out to the edges. Go around the outer edges a couple times to create a firm border. Carefully spoon over the sprinkles. Repeat with the remaining webs.
  • Place chocolate spiders in the center, if using. Let set 1 hour.

SPIDERWEB CUPCAKES



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Perfect for a Halloween party, these rich, chocolaty cupcakes are fun to make.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ devil's food cake mix
Water, vegetable oil and eggs called for on cake mix box
1 container Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy vanilla frosting
3 drops red food color
4 to 5 drops yellow food color
1 tube (0.68 oz) Betty Crocker™ black decorating gel
48 large black gumdrops

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pans). Make and cool cupcakes as directed on box for 24 cupcakes.
  • Tint frosting with red and yellow food colors to make orange frosting. Spread frosting over tops of cupcakes.
  • Squeeze circles of decorating gel on each cupcake; pull knife through gel from center outward to make web. To make each spider, roll out 1 gumdrop and cut out 8 strips for legs; place another gumdrop on top. Place spider on cupcake. Store loosely covered.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Cupcake (Cake and Frosting Only), Sodium 200 mg, Sugar 18 g, TransFat 1 g

SPIDER WEB DIP WITH SPOOKY TORTILLA CHIPS (OPTIONAL)



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A quick cream cheese salsa dip topped with prepared guacamole decorated with a sour cream spider web. The optional chips are Halloween shapes cut out of tortillas and baked. The prep and cooking time includes the chips. Posted by request.

Provided by Lorac

Categories     Vegetable

Time 27m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 (8 ounce) jar prepared salsa
1/2 cup prepared guacamole
2 tablespoons sour cream
3 (12 ounce) packages 8-inch flour tortillas or 3 (12 ounce) packages flavored flour tortillas (optional)
salt (optional)

Steps:

  • Place cream cheese and salsa in blender or food processor container and blend until almost smooth.
  • Spread cream cheese mixture on round serving dish or pie plate, smooth guacamole over top, leaving 1/2-inch border.
  • Place sour cream in small resealable plastic food storage bag, seal bag.
  • Cut off tiny corner of bag and pipe sour cream in spiral shape over guacamole.
  • Run tip of knife through sour cream to make"spider web.
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  • Spooky Tortilla Chips:Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Spray baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Using 3-inch Halloween cookie cutters, cut tortillas, one at a time, into shapes.
  • Lightly spray tortilla shapes with cooking spray.
  • Place on prepared baking sheet and sprinkle with salt.
  • Bake 5 to 7 minutes or until edges begin to brown.
  • Remove to wire rack to cool completely.

Tips:

  • Use a piping bag: A piping bag fitted with a small round tip makes it easy to create delicate spiderwebs. If you don't have a piping bag, you can use a zip-top bag with a corner snipped off.
  • Make sure your candy is melted smoothly: If there are any lumps in your candy, it will be difficult to create smooth, even spiderwebs.
  • Work quickly: Candy hardens quickly, so you need to work quickly to create your spiderwebs before the candy sets.
  • Be creative: You can use different colors of candy to create different colored spiderwebs. You can also add sprinkles or other decorations to your spiderwebs.
  • Be patient: It takes a little practice to create perfect spiderwebs. Don't get discouraged if your first few attempts don't turn out perfectly. Just keep practicing and you'll eventually get the hang of it.

Conclusion:

Crispy spiderwebs are a delicious and festive treat that are perfect for Halloween. They're easy to make and can be decorated in a variety of ways. So get creative and have fun making these spooky treats!

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