Cracker Spiders Spooky Snack
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These No Bake Cracker Spiders are the perfect mix of cute and creepy and super easy to make with ingredients you likely already have.
Made with buttery crackers, pretzel legs, and a creamy filling, these little spiders make a great addition to any Halloween snack board or Halloween party spread.
These are are also adorable for a Spider-man party!
As a former productivity manager, I love recipes that look impressive but take minimal effort, and this one definitely fits the bill. Kids also love to halp make these cute snacks.
Whether you’re prepping for a classroom treat table, a spooky movie night, or a Halloween game day, these spider crackers will disappear fast!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Ready in 10 minutes or less – seriously! So fast!
- These little spider crackers are No bake and kid-friendly
- Fun for classroom parties, spooky movie nights and Spider-man parties
- Great way to get kids involved in the kitchen
- Easy to customize with different spreads or crackers
Ingredients
- Round buttery crackers (like Ritz)
- Peanut Butter or Cream cheese or cheese spread
- Stick Pretzel sticks (for legs)
- Candy eyes
Substitutions & Variations
- Spread: Swap peanut butter for cream cheese, hummus, or cheese spread.
- Legs: Use thin carrot sticks or thin celery sticks for a crunchy twist.
- Eyes: Try olive slices, raisins, or dried cranberries.
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How to Make Spider Crackers (Step-by-Step)
- Spread your filling of choice (cream cheese, peanut butter, etc.) on a cracker.
- Break pretzel sticks in half and place 3 on each side to form legs.
- Add another cracker on top to make a sandwich.
- Dot the top with a tiny bit of spread and attach eyes.
- Serve immediately.
Raquel’s Time-Saving Tips
- Assemble the “sandwich” crackers a few hours ahead and add the eyes just before serving.
- When I make these I use a piping bag (or small sandwich bag with a corner snipped off) for faster assembly. This step really helps when you want to make these quicker.
- Pre-break pretzel legs and store them in a small container before party time.
- Make a variety platter with both sweet and savory spider crackers to save prep time.
Storage & Make-Ahead
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 day.
- Best served fresh to keep crackers crisp.
- If transporting, pack the crackers and filling separately and assemble on-site.
More Halloween Party Ideas
FAQs
Can I make these nut-free?
Yes! Just use cream cheese, cheese spread, or hummus instead of peanut butter.
How long can they sit out?
These are best served within 2 hours. Keep refrigerated until party time.
Can I make a sweet version?
Absolutely! Try chocolate hazelnut spread and mini chocolate chips for dessert spiders.
Cracker Spiders
Ingredients
- 24 ritz crackers
- 48 pretzel sticks
- 24 candy eyes
- 2/3 cup peanut butter
Instructions
- Lay out crackers. Spread peanut butter onto all of the crackers.
- Break pretzels sticks in half and add four to one side and for to the other side. Place top cracker onto each.
- Use peanut butter to stick on candy eyes. Serve!
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