Spiderweb Candy Platter (Print Version)

A festive Halloween arrangement featuring a chocolate spiderweb surrounded by colorful candies and pretzels.

# Ingredient List:

→ Spiderweb

01 - 3.5 oz dark chocolate (70% cocoa), chopped
02 - 1 tsp coconut oil

→ Candy Platter

03 - 3.5 oz gummy spiders or worms
04 - 2.8 oz mini marshmallows
05 - 2.8 oz chocolate candies (e.g., M&Ms or Smarties)
06 - 3.5 oz sour belts or licorice strings
07 - 3.5 oz candy corn (optional)
08 - 2.8 oz jelly beans
09 - 1.8 oz pretzel sticks

# Steps:

01 - Combine dark chocolate and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
02 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Using a spoon or piping bag, form a large spiderweb design with the melted chocolate starting with intersecting lines and connecting with curved lines.
03 - Allow the chocolate to firm up at room temperature or refrigerate for approximately 10 minutes.
04 - Carefully move the solidified chocolate spiderweb onto a large serving platter or tray.
05 - Decorate around and atop the spiderweb with gummy spiders or worms, mini marshmallows, chocolate candies, sour belts, candy corn, jelly beans, and pretzel sticks, clustering similar items for visual effect.
06 - Present immediately or cover and keep at room temperature until ready to serve.

# Helpful Hints:

01 -
  • Perfect for Halloween or themed gatherings
  • Combines a dramatic chocolate spiderweb with assorted candies
02 -
  • For a nut-free platter, ensure all candies are nut-free and processed in a nut-free facility
  • You can add homemade chocolate spiders or use plastic (non-edible) decorations for extra flair—just remove before serving
03 -
  • Pipe the chocolate slowly for precise spiderweb lines
  • Cluster candies by color for a visually appealing platter
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