Halloween Spider Donuts
These Halloween Spider Donuts are the absolute definition of a treat, not a trick! Easy Halloween Treats like this are the perfect way to add a playful, spooky touch to your fall celebrations. Each donut gets a makeover with crunchy pretzel legs and candy eyes, transforming a simple snack into a festive bite-sized dessert.
These mini spider donuts are playful, eye-catching, and simple enough to make with kids. The combination of soft, sweet donuts with the salty crunch of pretzels makes them just as tasty as they are cute. They’re a fun addition to any Halloween spread and guaranteed to stand out on the treat table.

It was so much fun to create these Halloween Spider Donuts, and sampling a few was even better. They’ll be a hit on my Easy Halloween Charcuterie Board along with yummy Spider Deviled Eggs. We don’t really have October festivities since the kids are all grown up, but I do love to create treats to give to the younger kids in the neighborhood.
Halloween Spider Donuts
Halloween Spider Donuts are a must-have for any Trick-or-Treat night. With only three ingredients and a few minutes of assembly, they’re fun, festive, and delicious. The simplicity of this recipe makes it incredibly versatile.
The rich mini chocolate donuts provide the perfect dark body for your edible creepy crawler, which is accented by salty, crunchy pretzel forming the eight legs. The treats are instantly brought to life with edible candy eyes, giving each mini spider a silly, charmingly creepy personality. Get ready to spin a web of delicious delight!
Timesaving Tips and Variations
Creating these festive snacks is quick already, but here are a few ways to make it even faster or to put a fun spin on the classic.
- Prep the Legs: Break all your pretzels ahead of time. Keep the pieces in a small bowl so they’re ready for quick assembly.
- Change the Legs: Use small chocolate sticks or black licorice strands instead of pretzels for a different texture and flavor profile.
- Secure the Eyes: A tiny dab of frosting or melted chocolate on the back of the candy eyes can ensure they stay securely in place, especially if you need to transport the donuts.
Even with small adjustments, these donuts maintain their charm while giving you more flexibility to match your party theme.
What to Serve with Halloween Spider Donuts
These sweet and salty mini spider donuts pair wonderfully with classic fall refreshments and party appetizers.
- Easy Halloween Popcorn Candy Balls
- Monster Oreo Balls
- Halloween Candy Bark
- The Best Halloween Muddy Buddies Mix
- Pumpkin Spice White Hot Chocolate
Serving them alongside other themed treats makes your table extra festive and fun for guests of all ages. Perfect for parties, classroom treats, or an afternoon of fun, creating the critters.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can assemble the donuts a few hours ahead, but keep them at room temperature. Pretzels may lose some crunch if stored too long with moisture, so it’s best to assemble shortly before serving.
You can use small chocolate chips, icing dots, or mini M&Ms as a fun substitute. Anything small and round will create the playful spider eyes.
You can use a small amount of store-bought frosting or a dollop of melted chocolate as “glue” to secure the pretzel legs and candy eyes onto the donut’s surface. A little goes a long way.
This fun edible craft is sure to be a hit with both kids and adults, delivering maximum holiday cheer with minimum time commitment.
Essential Tools for Halloween Spider Donuts
Having the right tools makes creating these Halloween Spider Donuts simple and stress-free. A few basic kitchen items help you assemble the donuts quickly while keeping your workspace organized.
Amazon Basics Round Melamine Bowl, 8 oz, White, 6 Piece Set (Previously AmazonCommercial brand)Reynolds Kitchens Cookie Baking Sheets, Pre-Cut Parchment Paper,25 Count (Pack of 4), 100 Total Sheets
XONOR Halloween Skeleton Hands – Realistic Life Size Severed Plastic Grey Skeleton Hands for Halloween Props Decorations, 1Pair
Plasticpro Plastic Serving Trays – Serving Platters Rectangle 9X13 Disposable Party Dish 4 Black Trays
PEUTIER 3pcs Halloween Charcuterie Board, BOO Halloween Cheese Board Wooden Serving Platter Snack Trays Dinnerware Cookware for Home Kitchen Candy Cookie
Kitchen Long Tweezers Set, LEEFONE 2 PCS 12 Inch Stainless Steel Food Tweezers with Precision Serrated Tips for Cooking & Baking (Straight + Curved)
Using these tools ensures each donut looks polished and professional, even with minimal effort. They make assembly faster and help keep cleanup easy.
What You Need to Make Halloween Spider Donuts
You only need a handful of ingredients to make these festive treats come to life. Simple pantry staples and a few fun candies turn ordinary mini donuts into playful Halloween Spider Donuts.
- Mini chocolate donuts – the soft, sweet base for each spider
- Mini pretzel twists – broken into pieces to form crunchy legs
- Candy eyes – to give each spider its personality
These ingredients are easy to find and combine, allowing you to create a batch of donuts in minutes. They provide the perfect balance of flavors and visual appeal for a Halloween celebration.
Steps to Make Mini Spider Donuts
Break the pretzels into pieces to create spider legs. Stick the pretzel pieces into the sides of the donut. Place two candy eyes onto the donut. I just pressed slightly to get them to stick. If it’s not working for you, dab a tiny amount of either frosting or melted chocolate to act a glue. Repeat for each mini donut.
Give this recipe a try for your next party or family night. They’re creepy, sweet, and so much fun to make. Then keep the festive fun going by whipping up Air Fryer Mummy Dogs for even more smiles!
Halloween Spider Donuts
Equipment
Ingredients
- Mini chocolate donuts (enough to make as many spiders as you want)
- Mini pretzel twists
- candy eyes
Instructions
- Snap the pretzels into small pieces to form the legs, then press them into the sides of each donut. You need 8 pieces for each spider.Add two candy eyes on top, pressing gently to secure. If they don’t stick, use a tiny dab of frosting or melted chocolate as glue.
- Continue the process with the remaining mini donuts.
Nutritional Disclaimer
“Blogghetti” is not a dietician or nutritionist, and any nutritional information shared is an estimate. If calorie count and other nutritional values are important to you, we recommend running the ingredients through whichever online nutritional calculator you prefer. Calories and other nutritional values can vary quite a bit depending on which brands were used.
Enjoy!