Save A spooky and playful snack board featuring flying bat-shaped treats, perfect for Halloween gatherings. This festive platter combines sweet and savory bites for all ages.
This festive platter has become a Halloween favorite in our family, sparking joy and creativity with every bite.
Ingredients
- Bat-Shaped Savory Crackers: 24 whole wheat crackers (preferably oval or bat-shaped, or use a bat cookie cutter), 120 g cream cheese (or vegan alternative), 8 black olives, pitted and sliced for bat wings and eyes
- Sweet Bat Treats: 12 chocolate sandwich cookies (e.g. Oreos), 24 almond slivers or mini pretzels (for wings), 24 mini candy eyes
- Vegetables & Dips: 1 cup baby carrots, 1 cup cucumber slices, 1 cup cherry tomatoes, 1 cup bell pepper strips (orange and yellow), 200 g hummus or ranch dip
- Cheese & Extras: 150 g cubed cheddar cheese, 100 g grapes (red or black), 50 g dried fruit (e.g. apricots, cranberries)
Instructions
- Prepare the savory bats:
- Spread a thin layer of cream cheese onto each cracker. Cut black olive slices into small crescents for wings and small rounds for eyes. Arrange olives on crackers to resemble bats.
- Make the sweet bats:
- Gently twist each sandwich cookie open. Insert two almond slivers or mini pretzels into the cream layer for wings. Place two candy eyes on top. Replace the cookie lid gently.
- Arrange vegetables and dips:
- Place hummus or ranch dip in a small bowl. Arrange baby carrots, cucumber slices, cherry tomatoes, and bell pepper strips around the dip.
- Add cheese and extras:
- Scatter cheddar cubes, grapes, and dried fruit in open spaces on the board.
- Place bats on the board:
- Place the savory and sweet bats prominently on the board for a flying effect. Fill remaining gaps with extra crackers or fruit.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately and enjoy the Halloween fun!
Save This snack board always brings the family together for a fun and spooky Halloween celebration.
Notes
Use a bat-shaped cookie cutter for crackers or cheese for added effect. Substitute vegan cream cheese and cookies if needed. Add other Halloween-themed snacks like candy corn or popcorn for variety.
Required Tools
Bat-shaped cookie cutter (optional). Small bowls for dips. Serving platter or large board. Butter knife or spreader.
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (crackers, cookies), milk (cheese, cream cheese), nuts (almond slivers), and soy (some cookies). Always double-check ingredient labels for specific allergens.
Save This Flying Bat Snack Board is the perfect touch of spooky fun to any Halloween party.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → How do I create the bat shapes on the crackers?
Use a bat-shaped cookie cutter on oval whole wheat crackers or arrange sliced black olives as wings and eyes on cream cheese spread for a bat-like appearance.
- → Can I make this snack board vegan-friendly?
Yes, substitute cream cheese and cheddar cheese with vegan alternatives and choose vegan chocolate sandwich cookies for the sweet treats.
- → What dips pair well with this spread?
Hummus and ranch-style dips complement the fresh vegetables and add creamy texture to balance the savory and sweet bites.
- → How should I arrange the snack board for best effect?
Place savory and sweet bats prominently to create a flying visual, then fill gaps with vegetable clusters, dips, cheese cubes, grapes, and dried fruits for a festive look.
- → What are some good alternatives for the wings on the sweet bats?
Almond slivers or mini pretzels make excellent wing shapes, adding crunch and visual detail to the chocolate cookie treats.