This Spider Bread Bowl with Dip is a Halloween centerpiece that doubles as a snack everyone will want to dig into. The body is made from round baked bread, and the legs are twisted breadsticks that look just creepy enough to be fun without going overboard.

It works with any dip you love—think spinach-artichoke, buffalo chicken, or a creamy ranch—and makes the whole table feel instantly festive. The best part is you can make the entire spider out of store-bought dough, so it’s easier than it looks. Serve it up at a Halloween party or movie night and watch it disappear fast.

Helpful Tips

Use refrigerated pizza dough or French bread dough for easy shaping and baking.
Once you form the legs, attach them well to the side of the body so they don’t fall off when baking.
Let the bread cool slightly before filling with warm dip to keep it from getting soggy.

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Spider Bread Bowl with Dip

This Spider Bread Bowl with Dip is a Halloween centerpiece that doubles as a snack everyone will want to dig into

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 40

Total Time 55

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Servings servings

Calories 55 kcal

Ingredients

2 balls pizza dough
1 large egg beaten
1/3 cup Parmesan cheese finely grated
1 large pitted black olive sliced
2 cups marinara sauce warmed

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line 2 large baking sheets with parchment paper.
Cut one ball of dough in half. Make the spider body with one half by shaping it into a large 5” ball. Cut the other half in half again. Use it to make a 2 1/2” ball for the head. Cut the remaining dough into 8 pieces. Roll each piece into 6” legs.
On the first baking sheet, arrange the pieces to form a spider, gently pressing each piece together. Brush the entire body with the beaten egg.
Sprinkle some of the Parmesan cheese onto the legs. Place the olive slices on the head for eyes and pinchers.
Bake 25-30 minutes, until golden brown. You may need to cover the legs with foil if they brown too quickly.
With the other ball of dough, make 8 more breadstick legs. Shape them to resemble legs. Place them on the second baking sheet. Brush with egg and sprinkle with the remaining Parmesan cheese. Bake for 15-20 minutes, until golden brown.
Hollow out the body of the spider and fill it with warm marinara sauce. Serve with the leg sticks on the side.

Nutrition

Calories: 55kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 4gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.003gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 501mgPotassium: 259mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 445IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 82mgIron: 1mg

Keyword Halloween

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