Ingredients for Halloween Spider Cupcakes
- Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips
- 1/4 cup milk
- Peanuts
- 1/4 cup chow mein noodles (for bodies and legs)
- Cupcakes
- White frosting (store-bought or homemade), enough to frost 24 cupcakes
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How to Make Halloween Spider Cupcakes
- **Make the Chocolate Spider Bodies:** Combine 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips and 1/4 cup milk in a microwave-safe glass bowl.
- Microwave on high for 1-2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
- Stir in 1/2 cup crushed peanuts (or your preferred cereal) and 1/4 cup chow mein noodles.
- Drop rounded teaspoons of the mixture onto waxed paper to create spider bodies. Let cool slightly.
- **Create Spider Legs:** While the spider bodies are cooling slightly, gently attach 8 chow mein noodles to each spider body to create legs. Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to firm up.
- **Frost the Cupcakes:** Frost 24 cupcakes with your favorite white frosting. (Consider using a piping bag for a more professional look).
- **Assemble the Spiders:** Once the spider bodies are firm, carefully place one spider on top of each frosted cupcake.
- **Chill and Serve:** Refrigerate the cupcakes for another 15 minutes to allow the frosting to set. Serve and enjoy these spooky treats!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
0 g
Sugar
38g
Fat
17g
Carbs
4g
