Spiderweb Candy Platter (Print-Friendly)

A spooky candy display with chocolate spiderweb and assorted sweets, perfect for Halloween gatherings.

# What You'll Need:

→ 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

# How To Make It:

01 - Melt dark chocolate and coconut oil together in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
02 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Using a spoon or piping bag, pipe the melted chocolate into a large spiderweb pattern, starting with intersecting lines and connecting them with curved lines.
03 - Allow the spiderweb to set at room temperature or refrigerate until firm, approximately 10 minutes.
04 - Carefully move the set chocolate spiderweb onto a large serving platter or tray.
05 - Arrange gummy spiders, worms, mini marshmallows, chocolate candies, sour belts, candy corn, jelly beans, and pretzel sticks around and atop the spiderweb, grouping similar colors and shapes for visual appeal.
06 - Serve immediately or cover and store at room temperature until presentation.

# Expert Advice:

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  • One pot meal
  • Freezer friendly
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  • 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.
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