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Spooky Spider Donuts

Spooky Spider Donuts: A Halloween Treat You’ll Love!

  • Author: Midwest Mama's Kitchen
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 donuts 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking/Frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delicious and fun donuts decorated to look like spooky spiders, perfect for Halloween celebrations.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 dozen donuts
  • 1 cup chocolate frosting
  • 1 cup black licorice, cut into strips
  • 12 candy eyes
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)

Instructions

  1. Start by preparing your donuts according to your favorite recipe or use store-bought donuts.
  2. Allow the donuts to cool completely.
  3. Spread a generous layer of chocolate frosting on top of each donut.
  4. Using the black licorice strips, create 8 legs for each spider by placing them on the sides of the donuts.
  5. Add two candy eyes on top of the frosting to complete the spider look.
  6. Dust with powdered sugar for a spooky effect.
  7. Serve and enjoy your Spooky Spider Donuts!

Notes

  • Feel free to use different types of frosting for a unique flavor.
  • For a healthier option, consider baked donuts instead of fried.
  • These donuts can be made a day in advance and stored in an airtight container.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 donut
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg