Spider Egg Ranch Dip
Ranch dip gets the creepy-crawly treatment with black olive “spider eggs” and one big olive spider crawling across the top. It’s cute, eerie, and impossible to mess up.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- No cooking or blending – just decorate and serve!
- Fun for kids and the perfect addition to Halloween parties.
- A festive twist on classic ranch dip.
Equipment You’ll Need
- Small Bowl for Serving: To keep with the spooky theme, consider using a Halloween Serving Dish that adds flair to your presentation.
- Knife for Slicing Olives: Ensure easy and safe slicing with a quality knife.
Ingredient Notes
- Store-bought Ranch Dip or Homemade: Either works well as a base.
- Add a pinch of garlic powder or dill if you’re using plain sour cream instead.
Serving Suggestions
- Pair with carrot sticks, celery, crackers, or mini pretzels to complete your creepy setup.
Make-Ahead and Storage Tips
- Assemble just before serving so the olives don’t bleed color.
Store any leftover dip covered in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 cup ranch dip (store-bought or homemade)
- 8–10 black olives, halved
- Optional: 1 extra olive sliced thinly for “spider legs”
Instructions:
- Spoon ranch dip into a shallow bowl.
- Place halved olives all over the surface to resemble “spider eggs.”
- Use one whole olive and sliced legs to create a spider in the center.
- Serve immediately.
Yield: Serves 4