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Spider-Themed Ritz Cracker Sandwiches Recipe

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  • Author: Megane
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 10 spider cracker sandwiches
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Description

These Spider-Themed Ritz Cracker Sandwiches are a fun and festive treat perfect for Halloween or any playful gathering. Easy to assemble and kid-friendly, these cracker sandwiches combine creamy layers of cream cheese and jam, crunchy pretzel legs, and cute candy eyes to create an edible spider. With multiple delicious variations offered, you can customize these no-bake sandwiches for every taste preference, making them both a tasty snack and a charming conversation starter.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 20 round Ritz crackers
  • 1/3 cup cream cheese
  • 1/4 cup blackberry jam or jam of choice
  • 1 cup pretzel sticks
  • 20 candy eyes

Instructions

  1. Prepare Crackers: Lay out the 20 round crackers on a clean, flat surface for assembly.
  2. Spread Cream Cheese and Jam: Using a butter knife, spread a thin layer of cream cheese on each cracker, then add a layer of blackberry jam or your preferred jam on top.
  3. Break Pretzel Sticks: Break pretzel sticks in half to create shorter pieces that will serve as the spider’s legs.
  4. Assemble Spider Legs: Take one cracker with cream cheese and jam, and place 4 pretzel stick halves on each side to form 8 legs total.
  5. Create Sandwich: Place another cracker with cream cheese and jam spread on top of the pretzel leg cracker, gently pressing to sandwich the legs in between.
  6. Add Candy Eyes: Put a small dot of cream cheese on each candy eye to help them stick, then place them on top of the upper cracker to complete the spider’s face.

Notes

  • Recipe Variations: Try different fillings like ham and cheese with mayo or mustard; peanut butter and jelly; cucumber slices with cream cheese; meatball with marinara and mozzarella; cheese whiz; or Nutella and marshmallow fluff for creative twists.
  • These sandwiches are no-bake but can be warmed briefly in the oven for a golden brown finish.
  • Add melted butter, seasonings, poppy seeds, onion flakes, salt, and pepper on top for extra flavor and texture.
  • Serving Tips: Perfect for Halloween parties, school treats, or fun lunchbox alternatives.
  • Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within 2 days for best freshness.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 spider cracker sandwich
  • Calories: 110
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 220mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 0.5g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg

Find it online: https://comfortplates.com/spider-themed-ritz-cracker-sandwiches-recipe/