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 was a hit at our last Halloween party and brought fun and flavor to the table.
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 the savory and sweet bats prominently on the board for a flying effect:
- Fill remaining gaps with extra crackers or fruit.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the Halloween fun:
Pin it This snack board always brings smiles and festive spirit to family gatherings during Halloween.
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.
Pin it Enjoy creating spooky fun with this easy and festive snack board perfect for any Halloween occasion.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → How do I create the bat shapes for this platter?
Use a bat-shaped cookie cutter on whole wheat crackers or cheese cubes to form the bat shapes. Alternatively, arrange sliced black olives on crackers to mimic bat wings and eyes.
- → What alternatives can I use for the cream cheese?
For vegan options, substitute cream cheese with plant-based spreads that offer similar creaminess and flavor.
- → Can I prepare this snack board in advance?
Yes, but assemble bat-shaped crackers and cookies shortly before serving to keep them fresh and visually appealing.
- → What dips pair well with the vegetables on this board?
Hummus and ranch dip complement the fresh baby carrots, cucumber slices, cherry tomatoes, and bell pepper strips beautifully.
- → How can I add variety to this spooky platter?
Include other Halloween-themed snacks like candy corn, popcorn, or seasonal nuts for extra texture and flavor contrast.