Spooky Bats and Creepy Cravings: Halloween Guacamole with Tortilla Chips

Halloween snuck up on me this year, bringing a surge of nostalgic chills and giggles. This time, I decided to turn the simple guacamole into a spooky spectacle, perfect for last-minute parties or mischievous snacks. The smell of ripe avocados mingles with a dash of smoky paprika, creating an inviting aroma that screams, “Boo!” as guests arrive.

Transforming everyday snacks into eerie edible art is my kind of chaos. These bat-shaped tortilla chips tucked into vibrant green guacamole keep the mood playful and the crowd guessing. It’s a miniature celebration in every bite, bursting with freshness and just the right touch of spookiness.

Spooky Bat-Shaped Guacamole with Tortilla Chips

This dish features creamy guacamole made from ripe avocados blended until smooth, seasoned with smoky paprika and fresh lime juice. The guacamole is served with bat-shaped tortilla chips, creating a playful, visually striking appetizer with a vibrant green color and crispy texture to contrast the creamy dip.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 10 minutes mins

Servings: 4

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 180

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 3 ripe avocados halved, pitted
• 1 small lime juiced
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika adds smoky flavor
• 1/2 teaspoon salt to taste
• 1 small clove garlic minced
• 4 small tortilla chips preferably cut into bat shapes or cut into rounds and shaped

Equipment

• Mixing bowl
• Fork or potato masher
• Knife
• Cutting board
• Baking sheet
• Bat-shaped cookie cutter or stencil

Method

 

1. Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a mixing bowl.
2. Add freshly squeezed lime juice to the avocado and use a fork or potato masher to mash until smooth and creamy.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and smoked paprika, tasting and adjusting seasoning with salt as needed to enhance flavor.
4. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly combined, and the guacamole has a vibrant green color with a slight sheen.
5. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange the tortilla chips on a baking sheet.
6. If your chips are not already bat-shaped, use a cookie cutter or stencil to cut shapes into rounds or cut into bat silhouettes for a spooky effect.
7. Bake the chips in the preheated oven for about 8-10 minutes, or until they are crispy and golden at the edges.
8. Remove the chips from the oven and let them cool slightly on a wire rack for a few minutes—this helps them crisp up further.
9. Transfer the creamy guacamole to a serving bowl and arrange the bat-shaped tortilla chips around it, creating a spooky and inviting presentation.
10. Enjoy your festive and fun Halloween snack, perfect for parties or mischievous munching.

Notes

For extra spookiness, you can use black or dark-colored tortilla chips or add a small edible eye to each bat shape.

Whether you’re hosting a haunted house or just craving something creepy-good, this recipe is perfect. The bright green avocados and dark bat-shaped chips make every scoop feel like a tiny Halloween party. Keep the fun going, and enjoy the chaos of the season.