Terrifyingly Delicious Halloween Hand Appetizer
A spooky yet delightful hand-shaped appetizer perfect for Halloween gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large loaf of bread
- 1 cup of cream cheese
- 1/2 cup of cooked and crumbled sausage
- 1/4 cup of green onions, chopped
- 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
- Olives, sliced
- Fresh parsley or lettuce
- Food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Prep Your Workstation: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grab a baking sheet.
- Cut the Bread: Slice the top off the loaf of bread and shape it into fingers.
- Hollow Out the Bread: Carefully remove some inner bread while leaving a sturdy crust.
- Prepare the Filling: Mix cream cheese, sausage, green onions, and cheddar until well combined.
- Fill the Hand: Spoon the mixture into the hollowed-out bread loaf and pack it tight.
- Add Finger Nails: Press sliced olives onto the tips of each finger.
- Bake: Place the filled hand on the baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes.
- Garnish and Serve: Let cool slightly, then place on a platter lined with parsley or lettuce.
Notes
For a vegan option, use vegan cream cheese and plant-based sausage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 hand piece
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Halloween appetizer, spooky food, fun food, party food