Spider Crackers with Cream Cheese & Olives – Easy Halloween Snack for Kids

These Spider Crackers with Cream Cheese & Olives are the perfect no-bake Halloween snack—quick to assemble, fun to serve, and kid-approved. With crunchy crackers, creamy filling, and creepy olive legs, these spooky bites are ideal for classroom parties, themed lunches, or Halloween movie nights.

I first made these for my kids’ October snack table. I wanted something festive but not sugary, and these came together in under 10 minutes. Cream cheese adds a smooth, rich base while olives make the perfect spider legs and eyes. You can even swap in nut-free spreads or use pretzels if olives aren’t a hit in your house.

They’re completely customizable and require no cooking—just assemble and serve. Even picky eaters get a kick out of the creepy-crawly look. Serve them on a tray with baby carrots, celery sticks, or other Halloween bites for a fun and balanced party platter.

Whether you’re a busy parent or hosting a haunted hangout, these spider crackers are a crunchy, creepy, and creative way to celebrate the spooky season.

Spider Crackers with Cream Cheese & Olives – Easy Halloween Snack for Kids

No-bake Halloween crackers decorated like spiders with cream cheese and olives—festive, quick, and great for kid-friendly snack time.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 12
Calories: 80

Ingredients
  

  • 24 round crackers like Ritz or whole wheat
  • 6 tbsp cream cheese or any spreadable cheese
  • 12 large black olives pitted
  • 48 thin olive slices for legs
  • 24 small olive circles for eyes
  • Optional: pretzel sticks as alternate legs, hummus or nut-free spreads

Method
 

  1. Spread cream cheese on 12 crackers.
  2. Cut olives in half lengthwise for spider bodies.
  3. Cut additional olives into thin slivers to make 8 “legs” per spider.
  4. Place olive legs on cream cheese, then top with another cracker to form a sandwich.
  5. Place a halved olive on top for the body.
  6. Add 2 small olive circles or cream cheese dots for eyes.
  7. Serve immediately or refrigerate up to 1 hour before serving.

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