Spooky Meatball Creepy Crawlers
This Spooky Meatball Creepy Crawlers recipe combines fun and fright for the perfect Halloween treat! Transform simple meatballs into an eye-catching dish that's sure to delight and scare your guests. Easy to prepare, this dish features flaky biscuit dough enveloped around juicy meatballs, with playful additions that bring your creepy crawlers to life. Garnished with olives, pickles, and carrots, every squiggly bite is filled with fun, making it an ideal dish for Halloween parties or family gatherings. Grab your ingredients and get ready to create a deliciously spooky masterpiece!
2
Servings
600
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
Pillsbury Golden Layers refrigerated flaky original biscuits
1 can (12 ounces) (Opened and separated into layers)
Frozen cooked meatballs
20 meatballs (No preparation needed)
Shoestring potatoes or chow mein noodles
1/4 cup (Choose one; open if canned)
Sliced olives
as desired (Sliced for decoration)
Sliced pickles
as desired (Sliced for decoration)
Sliced carrots
as desired (Sliced for decoration)
Ketchup
to serve (for dipping)
Mustard
to serve (for dipping)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and spray a large baking sheet with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
2
Carefully separate the biscuit dough into 10 individual biscuits, then separate each biscuit into two layers for added size.
3
Take each meatball and wrap it tightly with a layer of the biscuit dough, ensuring the edges are pinched closed with the seams facing down.
4
Line up your wrapped meatballs in a squiggly pattern on the baking sheet to create the shape of a creepy crawler, using all 10 meatballs.
5
Insert the shoestring potatoes or chow mein noodles into both sides of each wrapped meatball to form creepy legs, then poke two noodles into the top for antennae.
6
Transfer the baking sheet to the oven and bake for 13 to 16 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown and cooked through.
7
Once baked, remove the creepy crawlers from the oven and let them cool briefly. Use olive slices to create faces on the heads and randomly place sliced pickles and carrots along the body for decoration.
8
Serve your Spooky Meatball Creepy Crawlers with ketchup and mustard for dipping, or any other preferred sauces. Enjoy the fun on your spooky Halloween night!
Nutrition Information
35g
Fat
48g
Carbs
25g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Spooky Meatball Creepy Crawlers?
Spooky Meatball Creepy Crawlers are a festive Halloween dish consisting of juicy meatballs wrapped in flaky biscuit dough and decorated to look like creepy insects.
What is the main ingredient for the crawler body?
The body is made using frozen cooked meatballs wrapped in Pillsbury Golden Layers refrigerated flaky original biscuits.
How many meatballs do I need for this recipe?
This recipe requires 20 frozen cooked meatballs.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 375°F (190°C).
How long do the creepy crawlers need to bake?
Bake them for 13 to 16 minutes until the dough is golden brown and cooked through.
How do I create the legs for the crawlers?
Insert shoestring potatoes or chow mein noodles into both sides of each wrapped meatball to form the legs.
What can I use for the antennae?
You can poke two shoestring potatoes or chow mein noodles into the top of the meatball to serve as antennae.
How do I prepare the biscuit dough?
Separate the 10 biscuits into two layers each for added size before wrapping them around the meatballs.
How do I prevent the meatballs from sticking to the tray?
Spray a large baking sheet with cooking spray before placing the meatballs on it.
What should I use to decorate the faces?
Use sliced olives to create faces on the heads of the creepy crawlers.
How do I decorate the body of the crawler?
Randomly place sliced pickles and carrots along the body for additional decoration.
What sauces are recommended for serving?
Ketchup and mustard are recommended for dipping, though you can use any preferred sauce.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe makes 2 servings.
What is the calorie count per serving?
There are 600 calories per serving.
How much fat is in one serving?
One serving contains 35g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in this dish?
There are 48g of carbohydrates per serving.
What is the protein content of the recipe?
Each serving contains 25g of protein.
Is this recipe suitable for children?
Yes, it is tagged as kid-friendly and a fun food for Halloween.
How do I arrange the meatballs on the baking sheet?
Line them up in a squiggly pattern to create the shape of a creepy crawler.
What type of biscuits should I buy?
Use a 12-ounce can of Pillsbury Golden Layers refrigerated flaky original biscuits.
Can I use different types of noodles for the legs?
Yes, you can use either shoestring potatoes or chow mein noodles.
Should the seams of the dough face up or down?
Ensure the edges are pinched closed with the seams facing down on the baking sheet.
When should I add the decorations?
Add the olive faces, pickles, and carrots after the crawlers have been baked and cooled briefly.
What are the main tags for this recipe?
The recipe is tagged with halloween, party food, meatballs, snacks, kid-friendly, creative recipes, appetizers, and fun food.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 8 ingredients listed for this recipe.
Are the meatballs pre-cooked?
Yes, the recipe specifically calls for frozen cooked meatballs.
Do I need to separate the dough layers?
Yes, separating each biscuit into two layers helps provide the right amount of dough for the meatballs.
Can I make these for a party?
Absolutely, they are described as an ideal dish for Halloween parties or family gatherings.
What is the texture of the dish?
The dish features a flaky outer crust from the biscuits and a juicy center from the meatballs.
How do I make the crawler look squiggly?
By placing all 10 wrapped meatballs in a curved, snake-like line on the baking sheet.