Candy Spiders Recipes

CANDY SPIDERS

Steps:

• Cut a sliver off top of each gumdrop to expose sticky interior. Repeat with black licorice drops. Gently press cut side of 1 gumdrop (body) onto cut side of 1 black licorice drop (head). Repeat.
• Using a skewer, poke 2 shallow holes into each licorice-drop head for eyes, and poke 8 shallow holes (4 on each side) into each gumdrop body for legs. Gently press 1 nonpareil into each eye hole. Cut a small slit in the midpoint of each licorice lace, being careful not to cut all the way through, to create joints on legs. Insert 1 licorice leg into each hole in body.

CHOCOLATE SPIDERS

Steps:

• Chop the chocolate confectioners' coating and place into a heatproof bowl over simmering water. Cook, stirring occasionally until melted and smooth. Remove from heat and stir in the chow mein noodles so they are evenly distributed. Spoon out to desired size onto waxed paper. Let cool completely before storing or serving.

CANDY SPIDERS

Steps:

• Gather the ingredients.
• Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with aluminum foil.
• Unroll the wheels of black string licorice and cut it into segments about 1 1/2-inch long. If you have regular black licorice, cut it into quarters lengthwise, then cut the long strips into small 1 1/2-inch segments.
• Arrange the black licorice segments in groups of 8 on the baking sheet, forming a starburst pattern to represent the spider's legs. The body will cover the center portion of the starburst, so don't worry about exact placement.
• Place the chocolate chips in a large microwave-safe bowl and microwave them until melted, stirring after every minute to prevent overheating.
• Add the marshmallows and the crisped rice cereal to the chocolate and stir until the candy is well-mixed.
• Using a teaspoon, drop small clumps of the candy mixture onto the prepared leg clusters, making sure that the spider's body is centered in the middle of the legs.
• While the chocolate is still wet, add two small candies to represent the spider's eyes.
• Place the tray of spiders in the refrigerator to set the chocolate, about 30 minutes.
• Serve at room temperature.

SPIDERWEB CANDY

Steps:

• In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt chips; stir until smooth. Cool slightly. Transfer to a heavy-duty resealable plastic bag; cut a small hole in corner of bag and set aside., In another small microwave-safe bowl, melt white chocolate and shortening; stir until smooth. Stir in coconut. Spoon 2 tablespoonfuls onto waxed paper-lined baking sheets; spread into a 4-in. circle. Repeat four times., Using reserved melted semisweet chocolate, pipe thin concentric circles an 1/8 in. apart on top of each candy. Beginning with the center circle, gently pull a toothpick through circles toward outer edges. Wipe toothpick clean. Repeat to complete web pattern. Refrigerate for 30 minutes or until set. Store in an airtight container.

HALLOWEEN CHOCOLATE SPIDERS

Steps:

• In a microwave-safe bowl, heat chocolate for 1-1/2 minutes at 50% power, stirring after 30 seconds. Stir until melted; let stand for 5 minutes. Stir in marshmallows. Drop by tablespoonfuls onto a waxed paper-lined baking sheet. Cut licorice into 2-in. pieces; press eight pieces into each mound for legs. Press two chocolate balls into each for eyes. , Refrigerate until firm, about 20 minutes.

EDIBLE SPIDERS

Steps:

• In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips and butter. Microwave until melted. Stir occasionally until chocolate is smooth. Pour chocolate into a sealable plastic bag and set aside.
• Line a cookie sheet with wax paper. Stick 4 chow mein noodles into each side of marshmallow for legs, and arrange on wax paper. Using scissors, cut one corner off the bag of melted chocolate. Drizzle over the marshmallow spiders. Attach 2 candies to each marshmallow for eyes. Chill until chocolate hardens.

CHOCOLATE SPIDERS RECIPE

Steps:

• Line baking sheets with wax paper.
• Melt chocolate according to package instructions. Gently fold in chow mein noodles. Use a spoon to carefully scoop out about 1-2 tablespoons at a time and place on lined baking sheets.
• Place 2 candy eyes on each chocolate spider.
• Allow to chocolate to firm up.
• Store in airtight containers until ready to serve.

SPIDERWEBS CANDY

Steps:

• Serve and enjoy!

CHOCOLATE SPIDERS

Steps:

• In a microwave-safe bowl, heat chocolate for 2 minutes at 50% power, stirring after 1 minute. Stir until melted; let stand for 5 minutes. Stir in marshmallows. Drop by tablespoonfuls onto a waxed paper-lined baking sheet. Cut licorice into 2-in. pieces; press eight pieces into each mound for legs. Press two chocolate balls into each for eyes. Refrigerate until firm, about 20 minutes.

BERNICE'S HALLOWEEN SPIDERS

Steps:

• Melt chocolate chips in microwave. Check after 1 minute to make sure they don't start burning. Stir, then put back in for 20 sec. intervals until completely melted.
• Stir in Chow Mein noodles. Keep adding noodles until you think you have enough to cover all with chocolate.
• Drop by spoonfuls onto waxed paper.
• Add 2 M&M's on top of noodles, for spider eyes.
• Note: Add 2-4 T water, if needed, to thin chocolate chips.