20-Minute Chocolate Pretzel Spider Webs For Halloween

Looking for a Halloween snack that kids of all ages will love? These chocolate pretzel spider webs are quick, easy, and absolutely delicious! The ingredients are simple, and you’ll only need a few basic tools to get started.

What I love most about these is that they always turn out so cute, even if you’re not a pro. Kids and kids at heart can’t resist them, so I usually make several batches. Best of all, there’s no need to spend hours in the kitchen because these chocolate pretzel spider webs are ready in minutes.

What You’ll Need to Make These Chocolate Pretzel Spider Webs

This recipe keeps it simple with ingredients you can find anywhere. Here’s what you’ll need for these spooky Halloween treats:

• Dark Chocolate – This recipe has two variations, and the first uses dark chocolate. I prefer good-quality melting wafers for their smooth melt, but dark chocolate chips or baking bars work just as well.
• White Chocolate – The second variation uses white chocolate for contrast. I used white chocolate chips because that’s what I had on hand, but baking bars or melting wafers work too.
• Edible Eyes – These candy eyes look just like googly eyes and instantly add a spooky factor. They come in different sizes, so choose big ones if you want your spiders to look extra cartoony, or smaller ones for a subtler design.
• Pretzel Sticks – The pretzel sticks will serve as the “spokes” of the spider webs. If you can’t find short ones, simply break longer pretzel sticks in half.

Ready to make a Halloween snack that’ll disappear from the table fast? Check out the full recipe below!

How to Make Chocolate Pretzel Spider Webs

1. Melt the dark chocolate and white chocolate separately. You can go with the double boiler method, which uses gentle steam to melt the chocolate evenly without burning it. But microwaving in short bursts also works well if you stir between intervals. If your melted chocolate develops a dry texture, add 1–2 tablespoons of whipping cream to smooth it out (but don’t add too much, or the chocolate won’t harden properly once cooled).

2. After melting them, transfer each chocolate into individual piping bags. If you’re using sandwich bags, make sure to snip a very small hole in one corner so you can control the flow when piping. If the chocolate starts to harden while you’re working, place the bag in a warm bowl of water to keep it melted.

3. Lay a sheet of parchment paper on your working area. This is where you’ll build your spider webs for both the dark and white chocolate versions. Start by piping a small chocolate circle in the center, then arrange the pretzel sticks around it to form the spokes of the web.

4. Next, finish the spider web by drizzling more melted chocolate in curved lines connecting the pretzel sticks, working your way outward. Don’t be afraid to add extra lines for a fuller web.

5. Add more melted chocolate in the middle to resemble a spider and stick two candy eyes right away so they stay in place as the chocolate sets.

6. Wait for the webs to cool and harden before peeling them off the parchment paper. You can also chill them in the fridge for faster setting.

What’s the Best Chocolate for Perfect Halloween Pretzel Spider Webs

High-quality chocolate melts smoothly, sets well, and gives your webs a glossy finish. I like melting wafers for easy, mess-free melting, but baking bars and chocolate chips work too. Just note that chips may take longer to melt and set a bit softer. A silicone spatula makes stirring easier and helps scrape every bit of chocolate from the bowl.

How to Make Your Spider Web Treats Look Party-Ready

Arrange the finished spider webs on a Halloween-themed platter and use any leftover chocolate to pipe small spiders around them. If serving kids, pack each web in a clear treat bag tied with orange or black ribbon for a take-home treat.

How to Store Chocolate Pretzel Spider Webs for Maximum Crunch

Whether making ahead or storing leftovers, keep chocolate pretzel spider webs in an airtight container at room temperature for several days, or refrigerate if your kitchen is warm to prevent melting.

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Pro Tips for Perfect Chocolate Pretzel Spider Webs Every Time

Keep these tips in mind so your spider webs turn out sturdy, smooth, and party-ready!

Piping Bags vs. Squeeze Bottles

Piping bags are my go-to choice for chocolate spider webs because they give me the most control for fine lines and detailed designs.

Squeeze bottles work too and are great for making lots of webs with less mess. They’re easy to hold and refill, but the chocolate cools quickly, so keep the bottle in warm water between uses.

If you don’t have either tool, small sandwich bags make a quick and budget-friendly alternative. Just spoon in the melted chocolate, press out the air, and snip a tiny hole in one corner to pipe.

Beginner’s Pick: If you’ve never piped chocolate before, start with a piping bag or sandwich bag. They’re easier to control and give cleaner lines for detailed spider webs.

Parchment Paper vs. Silicone Baking Mat

Parchment paper is a classic choice for making chocolate pretzel spider webs. It’s what I used since it’s disposable, easy to size, and releases chocolate cleanly for quick cleanup.

Silicone baking mats are a reusable, eco-friendly alternative. They’re sturdy, non-stick, and keep webs even, but they’re bulkier and need washing afterward.

If you don’t have either, wax paper can work in a pinch, though it’s slightly more delicate and may tear if you’re not careful when peeling off the chocolate.

Beginner’s Pick: Go with parchment paper. It’s lightweight, easy to work with, and perfect for first-time chocolate decorating.

See this chocolate pretzel spider webs recipe in action in the quick video guide below:

Loved this recipe? Leave a comment if you tried your own version. I love seeing your creative twists!