Looking for a Halloween party snack that’s creepy, cute, and ridiculously easy to make? These Spooky Deviled Egg Spiders are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser! They’re perfect for both adult Halloween parties and kid-friendly gatherings, combining a classic appetizer with a creepy twist.
Whether you're hosting a haunted house soirée, setting up a spooky snack table, or need an eye-catching Halloween appetizer idea, these deviled egg spiders with olives are the perfect bite-sized treat.
🧛 Why You’ll Love These Spooky Deviled Eggs
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Fun and festive: Great for Halloween potlucks, themed dinners, or costume parties
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Quick to make: Ready in under 20 minutes
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Budget-friendly: Just a few simple ingredients
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Totally spooky: The black olive spiders give serious Halloween vibes!
🥚 What You’ll Need
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6 hard-boiled eggs
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2–3 tablespoons mayonnaise
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1 teaspoon yellow or Dijon mustard
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Salt and pepper to taste
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12 black olives (pitted and whole)
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Optional: Paprika, garlic powder, or chopped chives for extra flavor
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Boil & Slice the Eggs
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Hard-boil the eggs (or use pre-boiled)
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Once cool, peel and slice each egg in half lengthwise
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Scoop out the yolks into a mixing bowl
2. Make the Deviled Egg Filling
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Mash the yolks with mayonnaise, mustard, salt, and pepper
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Optional: Add a dash of paprika or garlic powder for a little kick
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Spoon or pipe the mixture back into the egg white halves
3. Create the Olive Spiders
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Cut each olive in half:
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Use one-half as the spider body
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Slice the other half into 6–8 thin strips to make spider legs
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4. Assemble
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Gently press the olive body onto the yolk filling
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Arrange the “legs” on each side to complete the spider shape
5. Serve & Creep Them Out!
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Place deviled eggs on a white platter
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Serve over a dark napkin or spider web tablecloth for full effect
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Add plastic spiders or Halloween confetti for an extra touch of fun!
🎃 Hosting Tip
Pair these spooky deviled eggs with Monster Marshmallow Pops or a DIY candy bar to complete your Halloween snack table!