Halloween is the perfect time to get creative in the kitchen and these Halloween Spider Donuts are proof that spooky can also be sweet! Whether you’re hosting a Halloween party, preparing classroom treats, or just looking for a fun afternoon activity with the kids, these no-bake mini donuts are sure to be a hit.
Halloween Spider Donuts Recipe
These Halloween donuts easy to make, require only a few ingredients, and look absolutely adorable (in a creepy-crawly kind of way). Even little hands can help with this recipe with breaking the pretzels, sticking on the legs, and adding those googly candy eyes. It’s a great way to bring the family together while getting into the Halloween spirit!
Spider Donuts Ingredients
- 8 mini chocolate donuts
- 24 pretzel twists
- 16 candy eyes
Instructions
- Create the legs: Break the pretzels into small stick-like pieces to make spider legs.
- Assemble your spiders: Gently stick 8 pretzel pieces into the sides of each donut — four on each side for legs.
- Add the eyes: Place two candy eyes on top of each donut. Use a dab of frosting or melted chocolate to help them stick if needed.
Tips & Tricks
- Use different donut flavours like powdered sugar, pumpkin spice, or vanilla for a colourful spider family.
- Add a drizzle of melted chocolate or caramel for an extra spooky touch.
- Display them on a Halloween-themed charcuterie board or platter with cobwebs, skeleton hands, or candy corn for a festive presentation.
Halloween Spider Donuts
Ingredients
- 8 mini chocolate donuts
- 24 pretzel twists
- 16 candy eyes
Instructions
- Create the legs: Break the pretzels into small stick-like pieces to make spider legs.
- Assemble your spiders: Gently stick 8 pretzel pieces into the sides of each donut — four on each side for legs.
- Add the eyes: Place two candy eyes on top of each donut. Use a dab of frosting or melted chocolate to help them stick if needed.
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Notes
- Use different donut flavours like powdered sugar, pumpkin spice, or vanilla for a colourful spider family.
- Add a drizzle of melted chocolate or caramel for an extra spooky touch.
- Display them on a Halloween-themed charcuterie board or platter with cobwebs, skeleton hands, or candy corn for a festive presentation.
Spider Donuts
These Spider Donuts are proof that Halloween treats don’t have to be complicated to be fun and memorable. They come together in minutes, look delightfully spooky, and taste amazing! The perfect combination for any Halloween celebration.
Whether you make the Halloween donuts for a party, a school snack, or just to surprise your family, they are guaranteed to make everyone smile (and maybe giggle at how cute those little spiders look!).
So grab your chocolate donuts, some pretzels, and candy eyes, and get ready to spin up some sweet Halloween snacks!
