We love bread bowls and thought it would be fun to share a spooky appetizer version for Halloween. This little guy is creepy in the cutest way and ready for your Halloween party! Fill up his abdomen with your favorite dip and watch everybody dig in! The entire body, legs, and eggs of the spider are edible with hints of garlic and herbs from the egg wash. It makes a frighteningly fun centerpiece and vessel for holding marinara (perfect if you plan to tear off his legs and devour the whole thing), ranch dip, spinach dip, cheese sauce, or any other dip you can think of. Surround him with carrot sticks, celery, mini sweet peppers, jicama, raw broccoli florets, or other veggies perfect for dipping and this spider bread bowl makes a healthy and delicious centerpiece to any Halloween spread! Whether you are planning a Halloween party for friends, or just looking for ways to make the holiday fun for your family, some of our other favorite spooky ideas are Poison Candied Apples, Mummy Jalapeño Poppers, and this Haunted Halloween Gingerbread House.
Why this recipe works
Activated charcoal powder is a natural option to dye things black without using food dyes that stain your teeth! The bread itself is simple, delicious, and 100% edible! It’s surprisingly easy to shape this spider if you follow the step-by-step pictures below.
Ingredient Notes
How to Make This Recipe
Expert Tips
If you want to avoid soggy bread, find a small bowl to fit inside the hole for the sauce, then fill it with your favorite dip! Make sure to proof your yeast first if using active dry yeast. If it doesn’t get foamy after 5 minutes or so in warm water with a little sugar, there is a chance you will need to go to the store to buy some fresh yeast. Don’t skip the egg wash. Not only does it add to the appearance, but it adds yummy flavor to the outside of the bread. This bread bowl is best eaten the same day it is made. Although you could make the spider a day ahead and wait to fill it with dip until just before you plan to serve it. Just keep it wrapped tightly in plastic wrap on the counter until then.
More Halloween Recipes
Mummy Chicken Pot Pies Haunted Halloween Gingerbread House Graveyard Dirt Cake Gourmet Homemade Caramel Apples
Halloween Chocolate Covered Oreos
Ghost Meringues
Halloween Pancakes
Let me know what you thought with a comment and rating below. You can also take a picture and tag me on Instagram @houseofnasheats or share it on the Pinterest pin so I can see.
