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Spooky Breadstick Snake

A fun and whimsical Halloween appetizer featuring snake-shaped breadsticks served with marinara for dipping.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Halloween
Calories: 650
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Breadsticks
  • 1 lb pizza dough Use fresh or homemade dough for best results.
  • 1 each egg (beaten for egg wash) For a dairy-free version, use milk or vegan butter.
  • to taste sesame seeds Can swap with poppy seeds or Italian herbs.
  • to taste sliced almonds for fangs Use pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds for nut-free.
  • to taste red gel icing for tongue Alternatively, use homemade tomato sauce.
  • to serve marinara for dipping Any favorite dipping sauce can be used.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. Divide the pizza dough into 8 equal pieces and roll each piece into a long rope, approximately 12 inches long.
  3. Shape each rope into an S-shape to resemble a snake, pinching one end to create a triangular head.
  4. Use scissors to snip small slits along the top of each snake for added texture and press sliced almonds into one end for fangs.
Baking
  1. Brush the shaped snakes with the beaten egg wash and sprinkle sesame seeds over them.
  2. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced apart.
  3. Bake in the oven for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown.
  4. Let cool slightly before adding the red gel icing for the tongue and serve with marinara sauce for dipping.

Notes

Store leftover breadsticks in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes or microwave for 30-45 seconds.