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Spooky Spider Sandwiches

Spooky Spider Sandwiches: Fun, Easy Halloween Treats for All

You won't believe how simple it is to bring whimsy to your Halloween festivities with these Spooky Spider Sandwiches!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 1 minute
Total Time 16 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Sandwiches
  • 8 slices Bread Choose any preferred variety, including gluten-free options.
  • 1 cup Peanut Butter Alternatives include almond butter or cream cheese.
  • 1 cup Strawberry Jelly You can substitute it with your favorite jam or jelly.
For the Legs and Eyes
  • 12 sticks Pretzel Sticks Feel free to use gluten-free pretzels if needed.
  • 24 pieces Candy Eyes Chocolate chips or small candies can serve as substitutes.

Equipment

  • Biscuit cutter

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Spooky Spider Sandwiches
  1. Begin by selecting your favorite bread variety, such as whole grain or gluten-free. Use a round biscuit cutter to cut out the center of each slice, creating circular shapes.
  2. Spread a layer of peanut butter on half of the bread circles. On the remaining circles, apply a layer of strawberry jelly. Let the fillings spill slightly over the edges.
  3. Press the peanut butter-coated circles together with the jelly-coated ones to create a sandwich. Let them rest for a minute.
  4. Insert three pretzel sticks into each side of the sandwich to form spider legs, positioning them securely in the peanut butter.
  5. Place two candy eyes on top of each sandwich using a dab of peanut butter or jelly to keep them in place.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gCalcium: 1mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Opt for fresh bread that’s sturdy enough to hold the fillings. Use thicker peanut butter to better secure the pretzel legs and avoid falling out. Consider trying savory fillings as alternatives.

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