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Halloween Spider Bread

Halloween Spider Bread: Your Spooky Dip Bowl Adventure

Make Halloween Spider Bread for a fun and spooky appetizer that doubles as an attractive dip bowl.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 pieces
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Halloween
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 4 cups Bread Flour You can substitute with all-purpose flour for a lighter option.
  • 1 and 1/2 cups Warm Water Around 110°F for best results.
  • 2 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast Can swap with instant yeast without adjustment.
  • 2 teaspoons Kosher Salt Sea salt is a good alternative.
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil Melted butter can be used for a richer taste.
For Additional Spiders
  • 1 cup Extra Bread for Baby Spiders Use any leftover dough.
For Serving
  • Choose Your Dip Fill with warm dips like spinach artichoke or cheesy goodness.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Oven
  • Wire Rack
  • plastic wrap
  • Clean kitchen towel

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water with active dry yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
  2. Add bread flour, kosher salt, and olive oil to the yeast mixture, stirring until a dough forms.
  3. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm area for 1-2 hours until doubled.
  5. Punch down the dough, shape into a spider body and legs. Get creative with the shapes!
  6. Preheat oven to 375°F. Arrange the shaped dough on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden.
  7. Allow the bread to cool for 20 minutes and then hollow out the center for your dip.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gCalcium: 1mgIron: 5mg

Notes

This Halloween Spider Bread is perfect for sharing and can be prepared a day in advance to alleviate party stress.

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