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Halloween Spider Bread

Delicious Halloween Spider Bread That Dips Delightfully

This Halloween Spider Bread is a spooky centerpiece perfect for parties, serving as a dip container that delights both kids and adults alike.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Rising Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 8 pieces
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 3 cups flour whole wheat or gluten-free options available
  • 1 cup warm water helps activate yeast
  • 2 teaspoons instant yeast cuts prep time
  • 1 tablespoon sugar can substitute honey or agave syrup
  • 1 teaspoon salt essential for flavor
  • 1 large egg for richness; can use flax egg for vegan option
For the Spider Features
  • 8 pieces coffee beans/peppercorns for eyes; raisins or chocolate chips can be an alternative
For Baking
  • as needed cooking spray neutral oil can work too

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • cookie sheet
  • Oven
  • Spatula
  • knife
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Plastic Wrap
  • cooling rack

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, warm water, instant yeast, sugar, salt, and a beaten egg. Mix until a shaggy dough forms. Knead on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  2. Divide the dough into three pieces for the main body and legs. Shape the large piece into an oval for the body and roll 8 thin ropes for the legs, attaching them to create the spider shape.
  3. Lightly spray the shaped dough with cooking spray, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm area for 30-45 minutes, until doubled in size.
  4. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) while the dough rises.
  5. After rising, use coffee beans to create eyes on the large spider and peppercorns for the smaller ones.
  6. Brush the surface of the dough with an egg wash (beaten egg with water) for a glossy finish.
  7. Bake the large spider for 20-25 minutes and the smaller spiders for 15-20 minutes, until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 200°F (93°C).
  8. Transfer to a cooling rack and cool for 20 minutes before cutting.
  9. Carefully cut the top off the large spider and hollow out the inside to create a dip container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 6gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 1IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Store covered at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week. Freeze for longer storage up to 2 months. Reheat before serving.

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