Description
This Halloween, I wanted to make something fun and festive for a small family gathering, and I stumbled upon the cutest idea for Halloween Ghost Party Appetizers. Let me just say, these spooky snacks were a hit! My family loved how adorable they looked, and more importantly, how delicious they tasted. Even my picky eater niece couldn’t get enough of them! They were the perfect balance between playful and tasty, and they added an extra layer of fun to our Halloween party. Whether you’re hosting a large bash or having a quiet evening in, these ghost-themed appetizers are sure to bring smiles all around. Plus, they’re super easy to whip up, making them a stress-free option for a fun night in.
Ingredients
For these fun Halloween ghost appetizers, you’ll need just a handful of simple ingredients that you might already have in your pantry or fridge:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 20 mini mozzarella balls
- 20 large black olives, pitted (for eyes)
- Pretzel sticks (for arms)
- Crackers or bread slices (for serving)
- Fresh parsley (optional garnish)
Instructions
Making these ghost appetizers is as easy as pie, and the best part is that it’s a no-cook recipe! Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you create these spooky delights:
- Prepare the Cheese Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded mozzarella, shredded cheddar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix everything until well combined and smooth.
- Shape the Ghosts: Scoop a spoonful of the cheese mixture and roll it into a ball using your hands. Shape it into a ghost form by flattening the bottom and slightly elongating the top.
- Add the Eyes and Arms: Slice the black olives into small round pieces to create the eyes. Gently press two olive slices onto each ghost to give them a face. Break pretzel sticks in half and insert them into the sides of the cheese ghosts to serve as arms.
- Chill the Ghosts: Once you’ve shaped all the ghosts, place them on a tray lined with parchment paper and refrigerate them for about 30 minutes to allow them to firm up.
- Serve: Place your Halloween ghosts on crackers or bread slices, and garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color if desired.
Notes
- Keep the cheese mixture cold: It’s easier to shape the ghosts when the cheese mixture is chilled. If it becomes too soft while shaping, just pop it back in the fridge for a few minutes.
- Use toothpicks for easy assembly: If you’re struggling to get the olives and pretzels to stay in place, use toothpicks to hold them while they set in the fridge.
- Get creative with the faces: If black olives aren’t your thing, use small pieces of red bell peppers or even raisins for the ghost eyes.
- Make them ahead: You can prepare these ghost appetizers the night before and store them in the fridge. Just add the pretzel arms right before serving to keep them crunchy.
- Customize the size: You can make these ghosts bigger or smaller depending on your needs. Mini ghosts would be perfect for kids’ parties, while larger ones could be a centerpiece appetizer.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 10
- Calories: 180