Introduction

These Spooky Spider Sandwiches are a fun and festive treat perfect for Halloween or any playful snack time. With classic peanut butter and jelly surrounded by crunchy pretzel legs, they’re sure to delight both kids and adults alike.

The image shows three round slices of white bread on a dark plate, each decorated like little crabs. Each slice has a red jam layer spread in the middle near the top to mimic the crab's face. Two white candy eyes with black centers are placed directly on the jam for the eyes. Pretzel sticks are arranged on both sides of the jam as the crab’s legs, with three sticks angled down and one longer stick stretching out on each side. The bread looks soft and light brown on the edges with a textured surface. The plate is placed on a white marbled textured surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

4 slices Bread (Gluten-free options are available)
4 tablespoons Peanut Butter (Can substitute with almond or sunflower butter)
4 tablespoons Strawberry Jelly (Can substitute with lingonberry jelly)
12 pieces Pretzel Sticks (Gluten-free pretzel options are available)
8 pieces Candy Eyes (Can substitute with small chocolate chips)

Instructions

Step 1: Using a round biscuit cutter, cut out circles from each slice of bread to create the base for your Spooky Spider Sandwiches.
Step 2: Spread a generous layer of peanut butter on half of the bread circles, then apply strawberry jelly on the other half.
Step 3: Assemble the sandwiches by placing the peanut butter-covered bread on top of the jelly-covered side.
Step 4: Insert three pretzel sticks into each side of the assembled sandwich to create spider legs.
Step 5: Place two candy eyes on top of each sandwich, pressing gently into the peanut butter layer.
Step 6: Serve the sandwiches on a festive platter for Halloween parties or lunchbox surprises.

Tips & Variations

Use gluten-free bread and pretzels to accommodate dietary needs without sacrificing fun.
Try different nut butters like almond or sunflower for a flavor twist or allergy-friendly option.
Swap strawberry jelly with lingonberry or any preferred fruit spread for variety.
If candy eyes aren’t available, small chocolate chips make a great and tasty alternative.

Storage

Store the sandwiches in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one day to keep the pretzels crisp. For longer freshness, refrigerate them in an airtight container for up to two days, but be aware pretzels may soften. Serve at room temperature for the best texture.

How to Serve

Three round slices of light brown bread sit on a black plate, each topped with a thick layer of dark red jelly in the center. Six short, thin, brown pretzel sticks radiate from the jelly on each slice, three on each side, looking like crab legs. Two small white round candies are placed on the jelly as eyes for each crab shape. The plate rests on a white marbled surface with a striped cloth partially visible underneath. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make these sandwiches ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare them a few hours in advance. To keep pretzel legs crisp, add them just before serving if possible.

What can I use if my child is allergic to nuts?

Sunflower seed butter or soy-based spreads work well as nut-free alternatives for the peanut butter.

Spooky Spider Sandwiches Recipe

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These Spooky Spider Sandwiches are a fun and festive Halloween treat perfect for parties or lunchboxes. Made with peanut butter and strawberry jelly between soft bread rounds, each sandwich is decorated with pretzel stick legs and candy eyes to create adorable spider shapes that kids and adults will love.

Author: Dana
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Yield: 4 sandwiches 1x
Category: Snack
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

Scale

Sandwich Base

4 slices Bread (Gluten-free options are available)
4 tablespoons Peanut Butter (Can substitute with almond or sunflower butter)
4 tablespoons Strawberry Jelly (Can substitute with lingonberry jelly)

Decorations

12 pieces Pretzel Sticks (Gluten-free pretzel options are available)
8 pieces Candy Eyes (Can substitute with small chocolate chips)

Instructions

Cut Bread Circles: Using a round biscuit cutter, cut out circles from each slice of bread. These will form the base of your Spooky Spider Sandwiches.
Spread Peanut Butter: Spread a generous layer of peanut butter on half of the bread circles to serve as one side of the sandwich.
Spread Jelly: On the remaining bread circles, spread an even layer of strawberry jelly to complement the peanut butter.
Assemble Sandwiches: Place the peanut butter-covered bread circle on top of a jelly-covered bread circle to create each sandwich.
Add Pretzel Legs: Insert three pretzel sticks into each side of the sandwich so that each sandwich has six pretzel legs in total, mimicking a spider’s legs.
Attach Candy Eyes: Place two candy eyes on the peanut butter side of each sandwich, pressing them gently to ensure they stick.
Serve and Enjoy: Arrange the finished sandwiches on a festive platter and serve at Halloween parties or as a fun lunchbox surprise.

Notes

Use gluten-free bread and pretzel sticks for a gluten-free version.
For nut allergies, substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed butter.
Small chocolate chips can be used instead of candy eyes for a similar effect.
These sandwiches are best enjoyed fresh to keep the pretzels crunchy.
To make the sandwiches extra festive, add a light dusting of powdered sugar for a spider web effect.

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