Best 2 Halloween Chocolate Spiders Recipes

Calling all chocolate and spider enthusiasts! Get ready to sink your fangs into the ultimate Halloween treat – Chocolate spiders! These creepy-crawly delights are not only a feast for the eyes but also a tantalizing treat for your taste buds. With three unique recipes to choose from, you can create a variety of spiders to suit your spooky soirée. Impress your guests with the classic dark chocolate spider, featuring a rich and decadent flavor profile. For those who prefer a lighter touch, the milk chocolate spider offers a sweeter and creamier experience. And for the adventurous souls, the white chocolate spider presents a unique and delicate flavor that will leave you craving more. No matter your chocolate preference, these spiders are sure to be the highlight of your Halloween festivities. So gather your ingredients, unleash your creativity, and let's embark on a journey into the world of chocolate spiders!

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

HALLOWEEN CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES WITH SPIDERS

Halloween Chocolate Chip Cookies with Spiders image

I love chocolate chip cookies, so when I was baking for Halloween I turned the chocolate chips into little spiders. I only drew 3 legs on each side, there wasn't room for 4, so my spiders were little 6-legged creatures.

Provided by Becky Held

Categories Desserts Cookies Drop Cookie Recipes

Time 42m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon baking powder
1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
¾ cup white sugar
¾ cup packed brown sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 ½ cups semisweet chocolate chips, divided

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Combine flour, baking soda, salt, and baking powder in a large bowl and stir with a fork to mix ingredients well.
Combine butter, white sugar, and brown sugar in a large bowl; beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Add eggs and vanilla extract and beat until smooth and fluffy. Add in flour mixture, 1 cup at a time, and mix in with a spatula until well incorporated. Fold in 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips until well combined.
Drop cookies onto ungreased baking sheets. Pour 1/2 cup chocolate chips into a bowl. Push about 3 to 4 chocolate chips onto each cookie, tip-side down, to make the spider bodies.
Bake in the the preheated oven until edges are golden, 10 to 15 minutes. Cool on the baking sheet for 1 minute before removing to a wire rack.
Melt remaining 1/2 cup chocolate in a microwave-safe glass or ceramic bowl in 15-second intervals, stirring after each melting, 1 to 3 minutes. Spoon melted chocolate into a piping bag with a small tip and draw little legs on each side of the spider bodies to create spider legs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 127.9 calories, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 17.9 mg, Fat 6.7 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 112 mg, Sugar 11.3 g

HALLOWEEN CHOCOLATE SPIDERS

Halloween Chocolate Spiders image

"Turn your kitchen into a 'web site' by preparing a batch of these creepy candy spiders," chuckles field editor Sandi Pichon of Slidell, Louisiana.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

8 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
2 cups miniature marshmallows
Black or red shoestring licorice
24 small round candy-coated milk chocolate balls (such as Hersheys or Sixlets)

Steps:

In a microwave-safe bowl, heat chocolate for 1-1/2 minutes at 50% power, stirring after 30 seconds. Stir until melted; let stand for 5 minutes. Stir in marshmallows. Drop by tablespoonfuls onto a waxed paper-lined baking sheet. Cut licorice into 2-in. pieces; press eight pieces into each mound for legs. Press two chocolate balls into each for eyes. , Refrigerate until firm, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 23 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 2mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

Tips:

Choose high-quality chocolate: The quality of the chocolate you use will greatly impact the taste of your spiders. Look for a chocolate that is at least 70% cocoa content for a rich, decadent flavor.
Temper your chocolate: Tempering chocolate is a process of heating and cooling it in a specific way. This helps to stabilize the chocolate, making it less likely to seize or clump up. If you don't have time to temper your chocolate, you can still melt it gently in a microwave or over a double boiler. Just be careful not to overheat it, as this can also cause it to seize.
Use a variety of toppings: Get creative with your toppings! You can use anything from chopped nuts and sprinkles to candy eyes and mini chocolate chips. The more creative you are, the more unique your spiders will be.
Let your spiders cool completely before serving: This will help them to set and hold their shape. You can speed up the process by placing them in the refrigerator or freezer for a few minutes.

Conclusion:

These Halloween chocolate spiders are a fun and easy treat that is perfect for Halloween parties or as a special snack. They are also a great way to get kids involved in the kitchen. With a little creativity, you can create your own unique spiders that are sure to impress your friends and family. So get creative and have fun!