Spider Olive Tapenade Crackers
These Spider Olive Tapenade Crackers are a spooky, savory snack perfect for Halloween gatherings. Easy to make and delightfully creepy, they’re sure to impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 12 crackers
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Halloween-themed
Ingredients
- Round crackers (e.g., Ritz or water crackers)
- Olive tapenade (store-bought or homemade)
- Black olives (whole, in brine)
- Cream cheese
- Parsley or chives (optional, finely chopped)
Instructions
- Slice the black olives into thin strips for spiders’ legs. Cut some olives in half for the spider bodies. Set aside.
- Lay the crackers out on a flat surface or serving tray. Spread a thin layer of cream cheese on each cracker to help the tapenade stick.
- Spoon a small dollop of olive tapenade onto the center of each cracker, spreading slightly but leaving room for decorations.
- Place half a black olive on top of the tapenade to form the spider’s body.
- Arrange the thin olive strips around the body to resemble spider legs.
- Optional: Sprinkle chopped parsley or chives around the crackers for a pop of color.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until party time.
Notes
For best results, assemble the crackers close to serving time to keep them fresh. Use high-quality tapenade and fresh olives for optimal flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cracker
- Calories: 80100
Keywords: Halloween, spooky snacks, olive tapenade, crackers, kid-friendly, vegetarian