Save Get ready to spook and delight your guests with the Creepy Crawly Spiderweb Platter, a Halloween appetizer that's both fun and festive. This visually stunning dish features a creamy, tangy dip decorated into a spooky spiderweb design, surrounded by crunchy veggies and crunchy tortilla chips for dipping. Black olives cleverly become eerie edible spiders, making this platter perfect for themed parties or any autumn gathering where you want to impress with minimal fuss.
Save This appetizer platter not only tastes great but also adds a festive touch to your party table. With just a few simple ingredients and some creative plating, you can craft a dish that grabs attention and encourages guests to dig in. The combination of creamy dip, crunchy vegetables, and the clever olive spiders is sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
- Dip Base
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup salsa (mild or spicy, as preferred)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Spiderweb Topping
- 1/4 cup sour cream (for piping the web)
- 1 tablespoon milk (to thin, if needed)
- Spider Garnish
- 8 large black olives (whole, pitted)
- 8 large black olives (sliced into thin rings for legs)
- Dippers and Sides
- 1 cup baby carrots
- 1 cup cucumber slices
- 1 cup bell pepper strips
- 1 cup tortilla chips
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the dip base
- In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, 1/2 cup sour cream, salsa, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
- 2. Spread on platter
- Spread the mixture evenly onto a large round serving platter, creating a flat, even layer.
- 3. Pipe the spiderweb
- Place 1/4 cup sour cream into a small zip-top bag or piping bag. Snip off a tiny corner. Pipe concentric circles onto the surface of the dip.
- 4. Create the spiderweb pattern
- Using a toothpick or skewer, gently drag lines from the center outward to form a spiderweb pattern.
- 5. Add spiders
- To make spiders, place a whole black olive for each spider body. Use sliced olive rings to create 8 legs per spider, arranging them around the olive bodies on the web.
- 6. Arrange dippers
- Arrange baby carrots, cucumber slices, bell pepper strips, and tortilla chips around the dip for dipping.
- 7. Serve
- Serve immediately, or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Zusatztipps für die Zubereitung
For easier piping of the spiderweb, thin the sour cream with a tablespoon of milk if needed. Use a small snip on the piping bag for delicate lines. Keep the dip chilled until serving to maintain freshness and shape.
Varianten und Anpassungen
Try adding a layer of guacamole or refried beans underneath the dip for extra flavor and texture. Swap black olives for cherry tomatoes or purple grapes to create colorful spiders. Adjust the salsa heat level to suit your taste.
Serviervorschläge
Serve this platter alongside a crisp Sauvignon Blanc or a non-alcoholic sparkling apple cider for a festive touch. It also pairs beautifully with fall-themed drinks and can be part of a larger spooky buffet.
Save With just 25 minutes of prep and no cooking, this Creepy Crawly Spiderweb Platter is a quick way to impress friends and family. Its fun design and tasty flavors make it a memorable addition to your Halloween or autumn celebrations. Embrace the spooky season and enjoy the delicious results!
Recipe Guide
- → How is the spiderweb effect created on the dip?
Concentric circles of sour cream are piped onto the dip, then gently dragged outward with a toothpick to form the spiderweb pattern.
- → What ingredients form the creamy dip base?
The dip blends cream cheese, sour cream, salsa, garlic powder, and onion powder for a smooth, flavorful layer.
- → How are the spiders made on top of the dip?
Whole black olives serve as spider bodies, while sliced olive rings create the legs arranged around each body.
- → What vegetables work well for dipping alongside this platter?
Baby carrots, cucumber slices, and bell pepper strips complement the dip with fresh crunch and color.
- → Can this platter accommodate dietary preferences?
Yes, it is vegetarian and gluten-free when served with gluten-free chips and contains dairy from cream cheese and sour cream.