Cake Ball Spiders: Easy Halloween Treats Recipe
Halloween is one of my favorite times of year to get a little silly in the kitchen. Between the costumes, candy, and classroom parties, I’m always looking for easy Halloween treats recipes that are just as fun to make as they are to eat. These Spider Cake Ball Halloween Treats check all the boxes: they’re spooky, kid-friendly, and perfect for sharing at school parties or family get-togethers.
Why You’ll Love These Halloween Treats
- Easy to make: Just one cake mix, some frosting, and candy melts.
- Perfect for kids: A fun recipe little hands can help decorate.
- Party ready: Cute enough for classroom treats, spooky enough for your Halloween dessert table.
- Make ahead: Store in the fridge for up to a week.
If you’ve been searching for Halloween treats for kids, easy Halloween desserts, or fun Halloween food ideas, these cake ball spiders are the answer!
Ingredients
- 1 box vanilla cake mix
- 1 cup water
- â…” c oil
- 2 eggs
- 1 cups premade vanilla icing
- 16 oz white candy melts
- ½ cup black candy melts
How to Make It
Bake the Cake
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Mix together the cake mix, water, oil, and eggs until smooth.
- Pour into a greased 13×9 pan.
- Bake for 28 to 30 minutes until golden and your kitchen smells amazing.
- Let the cake cool completely before moving on.
Crumble and Roll
- Crumble the cooled cake into fine pieces.
- Add the frosting and mix until it comes together with a Play-Doh texture.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions, roll into balls, and place on parchment paper.
- Chill in the fridge or freezer until firm.
Dip and Coat
- Melt the white candy melts until smooth.
- Dip each cake ball, letting the extra drip off so you get a nice even coat.
- Place on parchment paper and let them set.
Decorate the Spiders
- Melt the black candy melts and pour into a piping bag.
- Pipe a small head, a bigger round body, and eight legs onto each cake ball.
- Let the candy melts set and then admire your spooky spider treats before serving.
More Halloween Treats
- Eyeball Halloween sugar cookies
- No-bake ghost Cookies
- Mummy Rice Crispie Treats – No-bake
- 15+ No Bake Halloween Treats
Tips & Variations
- Switch the cake mix: Try chocolate for darker spiders.
- Add candy eyes: Stick them on while the chocolate is still wet.
- Make it gluten-free: Use a gluten-free cake mix and frosting.
- Storage: Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days.
- Freezer friendly: Freeze undecorated cake balls for up to 2 months, then dip and decorate later.
What You Can Use It For
These little Halloween treats are so versatile and fit into just about any spooky celebration. Here are some of my favorite ways to use them:
- Halloween Parties: Serve them on a platter for a fun and festive dessert that kids and adults will both love.
- Classroom Treats: Since they’re nut-free, these are great for sending to school. Just be sure to check your school’s allergy policy.
- Movie Nights: Pair them with popcorn and a Halloween movie marathon for the ultimate spooky snack spread.
- Party Favors: Wrap each one in a little cellophane bag with a ribbon and hand them out as take-home treats.
- Potlucks and Bake Sales: They’re easy to transport and guaranteed to stand out on the table.
Basically, if you’re looking for cute Halloween treats for kids, fun food for a party, or easy spooky snacks, these spider cake balls will be the star of the show.
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Cake Ball Spiders – Halloween Treats
Ingredients
- 1 box vanilla cake mix
- 1 cup water
- â…” cup oil
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup premade vanilla icing
- 16 oz white candy melts
- ½ cup black candy melts
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 13×9 baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, water, oil, and eggs. Mix until smooth and well combined.1 box vanilla cake mix, 1 cup water, â…” cup oil, 2 eggs
- Pour the batter into the prepared dish and bake for 28 to 30 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden.
- Let the cake cool completely, then crumble it into fine pieces.
- Stir in the vanilla icing until the mixture comes together and can be shaped.1 cup premade vanilla icing
- Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions, roll them into balls, and place on a parchment-lined tray. Refrigerate or freeze until firm.
- Melt the white candy melts until smooth. Dip each cake ball into the coating, let the excess drip off, and place them back on the tray to set.16 oz white candy melts
- Melt the black candy melts and transfer them to a piping bag. Pipe a small head, a larger round body, and eight legs onto each cake ball to create spiders.½ cup black candy melts
- Allow the decorations to harden before serving or storing.
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FAQ: Spider Cake Ball Halloween Treats Recipe
Can I make spider cake balls ahead of time?
Yes! These spider cake balls are perfect to make in advance, which makes them an ideal Halloween Treat recipe. You can prepare them a few days before your event and keep them in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 7 days. They’re just as delicious and cute when made ahead, which makes them great for busy moms planning classroom parties or Halloween get-togethers.
Can I freeze cake balls for later?
Absolutely. If you want to get even further ahead, you can freeze the cake balls before decorating. Simply shape and freeze them on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer bag for up to 2 months. When you’re ready, thaw them in the fridge, dip them in candy melts, and decorate into spiders. This makes them one of the easiest Halloween desserts to prep in advance.
How do I store spider cake balls?
Store decorated spider cake balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They’ll keep for about a week and stay perfectly fresh for a Halloween party dessert table or classroom snack. If you’re transporting them, keep them chilled until serving time so the candy coating doesn’t melt.
Are spider cake balls good for school treats?
Yes! These make fantastic Halloween classroom treats because they’re nut-free, bite-sized, and easy to package. Just double-check your school’s allergy policy before bringing them in. Wrap them in cellophane or place them in mini cupcake liners for an easy grab-and-go treat kids will love.
What can I use instead of candy melts?
If you don’t have candy melts on hand, you can use almond bark or even white chocolate chips. For the spiders, you can substitute dark or milk chocolate chips melted down. These swaps still give you delicious, spooky results while keeping the recipe an easy Halloween treat for families.
How do I make spider cake balls look even spookier?
For extra fun, add candy eyes to your spiders while the black chocolate is still wet, or roll the cake balls in black sprinkles before piping on the legs. You can also serve them on a plate with cotton candy spread out to be the “spiders web”. These little details turn them into the cutest and spookiest Halloween desserts for kids and parties. Serve them with the Eyeball Halloween Sugar Cookies!
These Spider Cake Ball Halloween Treats are the kind of recipe that makes Halloween extra fun without adding stress. They’re cute, a little creepy, and so easy that anyone can pull them off. Whether you’re making them as Halloween party food, packing them up as classroom treats for kids, or just enjoying them for a family movie night, these spiders will be a hit.
So grab your cake mix and candy melts, round up the kids, and get rolling. You’ll have a whole tray of spooky-cute spiders ready to share in no time.
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