Halloween Donut Recipe – Spider Donuts

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This halloween donut recipe is super easy and fun to make!

In just a few minutes, you can transform a simple store-bought plain donut into a creepy-cute spider treat that’s perfect for your Halloween dessert table.

Whether you need a last-minute party snack, a school-friendly dessert, or a fun activity to make with the kids, these donuts are guaranteed to be a hit.

No baking required—just a little creativity and a few simple supplies are all it takes.

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How to Make Halloween Spider Donuts

  • Start with plain donuts and use icing to draw four legs on each side.
  • Place a chocolate donut hole in the center to create the spider’s body, then attach candy eyes with a small dab of icing.
  • To get your donuts “party ready”, arrange them on a Halloween platter with fake spider webs or plastic spiders for a spooky display.
Step-by-step collage showing how to make a spider-themed donut. Step 1: Donuts, donut holes, candy eyes, and licorice on plates. Step 2: Donut hole placed on donut. Step 3: Icing used to attach candy eyes and licorice legs.

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    If you loved making spider donuts, you’ll want to check out these great Halloween dessert ideas for even more festive fun!

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    Halloween Donut Recipe – Easy Spider Donuts

    Looking for a quick Halloween treat? This halloween donut recipe turns plain donuts into spooky spider donuts in minutes—fun, easy, and kid-approved!
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    Course: desserts
    Cuisine: American, Thai
    Keyword: halloween donut recipe, Halloween Donuts, halloween spider donuts
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Servings: 12

    Ingredients

    • plain regular sized donuts
    • chocolate donut holes
    • candy eyes
    • black or brown icing

    Instructions

    • Draw 4 spider legs on each side of the plain donut using the icing.
    • Place a chocolate donut hole into the center of each plain donut.
    • Using the icing as glue, place a dot of icing on the back of each candy eye and place them on the donut spiders.

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    Notes

    Keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 day. If you refrigerate, the icing may harden and the donuts can dry out.

    Reesa Lewandowski is the creator of Momma Lew, a New Jersey-based food blog where she shares easy, family-friendly recipes inspired by everyday life. A mom of two teenagers and a self-taught cook and baker, Reesa has spent over a decade developing simple, approachable meals—from quick weeknight dinners to festive desserts—all tested in her own kitchen. Her recipes focus on comfort food with a modern twist, seasonal favorites, and stress-free baking. Drawing inspiration from her Jersey roots, Reesa’s goal is to help busy families enjoy delicious meals without the fuss.

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