Spooky Bloody Beet Hummus with Cheese Web for Halloween Fun

This Bloody Beet Hummus with Cheese Web is a vibrant, vegan-friendly dip that's perfect for Halloween gatherings.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 5

Chilling Time 30

Total Time 45

Servings: 8 dippers

Course: Food FAQs

Cuisine: Vegan

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Hummus

2 cups cooked beets Provides vibrant color and earthy sweetness.
1 can chickpeas Adds creaminess and protein.
1/4 cup tahini Adds nutty depth.
2 tablespoons lemon juice Brightens flavors.
2 cloves garlic Offers a pungent kick.
2 tablespoons olive oil Ensures a smooth finish.

For the Cheese Web

1 cup cream cheese Provides creamy texture; opt for vegan if needed.
1/2 cup black olives Perfect for creating 'spiders'.

For Garnishing

6 pieces Peeps ghosts Adds playful touch.
1 handful fresh herbs Sprinkle on top for flavor.

Equipment

blender or food processor
Piping Bag (optional)

Method

Making the Hummus

Blend the cooked beets, chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil on high for 2-3 minutes until smooth.
Transfer the hummus to a shallow serving dish, spreading it evenly.

Creating the Cheese Web

Pipe softened cream cheese in a circular motion to create a web design.
Slice black olives in half and position them on the cream cheese web to represent spiders.

Garnishing

Place Peeps ghosts around the edges of the hummus and add fresh herbs for garnish.

Serving

Set the Bloody Beet Hummus with Cheese Web on the table surrounded by dippers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1dipperCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 240mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Blend smoothly for best texture and prepare a day in advance for optimal flavor.

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