Creepy Crawly Spiderweb Platter (Print Version)

Enjoy a spooky dip with creamy web design, crunchy veggies, and olive spiders for festive gatherings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dip Base

01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - ½ cup sour cream
03 - ½ cup salsa (mild or spicy)
04 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
05 - ½ teaspoon onion powder
06 - Salt and pepper, to taste

→ Spiderweb Topping

07 - ¼ cup sour cream (for piping)
08 - 1 tablespoon milk (optional, for thinning)

→ Spider Garnish

09 - 8 large black olives, whole and pitted
10 - 8 large black olives, sliced thin for legs

→ Dippers and Sides

11 - 1 cup baby carrots
12 - 1 cup cucumber slices
13 - 1 cup bell pepper strips
14 - 1 cup tortilla chips

# How to Make It:

01 - In a medium mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, salsa, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper; stir until smooth and uniform.
02 - Evenly spread the dip mixture onto a large round serving platter, creating a flat, smooth layer.
03 - Place sour cream into a piping or zip-top bag with a small corner snipped. Pipe concentric circles over the dip surface.
04 - Using a toothpick or skewer, draw lines from the center outward through the circles to form a spiderweb pattern.
05 - Position whole olives as spider bodies on the web. Surround each body with sliced olive rings arranged as eight legs.
06 - Place baby carrots, cucumber slices, bell pepper strips, and tortilla chips around the dip for serving.
07 - Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to use.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Easy to prepare with no cooking required, ready in just 25 minutes.
  • Visually impressive spiderweb design adds Halloween fun to any party.
  • Vegetarian and gluten-free, appealing to many dietary preferences.
  • Uses simple ingredients found in most kitchens.
02 -
  • Use a piping bag or a zip-top bag with a tiny corner cut off for precise web piping.
  • Chill the dip for a firmer texture if you prefer a less soft base before piping.
  • Make spider olives by carefully slicing thin rings to resemble spider legs for a realistic effect.
  • Always taste and adjust seasoning before spreading to balance flavors.
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