Spooky Bat-Shaped Halloween Guacamole with Tortilla Chips

Every October, I love chasing the eerie thrill of spooky celebrations, but this year I decided to add a playful twist to my Halloween table. Instead of the usual dips, I crafted guacamole shaped like fluttering bats, with tiny tortilla chips acting as their wings. The aroma of fresh avocados mingling with lime and cilantro creates an irresistible atmosphere in my kitchen.

This recipe is the perfect blend of fun, flavor, and a dash of chaos. It invites kids and adults alike to get creative and maybe even a little messy. Plus, it’s a quick project that transforms ordinary snacks into a visual feast, making the party pressably memorable.

Bat-Shaped Guacamole

This dish features creamy guacamole shaped into bat figures for a playful Halloween presentation. The guacamole is made by mashing ripe avocados with lime and cilantro, resulting in a smooth, vibrant green spread. Small tortilla chips serve as the bats’ wings, creating a fun and visually appealing appetizer or party snack.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 10 minutes mins

Servings: 4

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Fusion

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 2 ripe avocados halved, pitted
• 1 lime lime juice freshly squeezed
• 2 tablespoons cilantro chopped
• to taste salt adjust to preference
• mini tortilla chips tortilla chips for wings

Equipment

• Mixing bowl
• Fork or potato masher
• Small knife
• Cutting Board
• Mini tortilla chips

Method

 

1. Scoop the avocado flesh into a mixing bowl and mash it thoroughly with a fork or potato masher until smooth but still slightly chunky.
2. Stir in freshly squeezed lime juice and chopped cilantro, mixing well to evenly distribute the flavors. Add salt gradually, tasting as you go for seasoning.
3. Transfer the guacamole to your hands or a piping bag to shape it easily, then form small, rounded bat bodies on a serving platter. Use a spoon to help shape the curves and wings.
4. Create the bats’ wings by gently pressing mini tortilla chips into each side of the guacamole shape, mimicking bat wings.
5. Use a small knife to cut tiny triangles or slits in the chips if desired, to add more wing detail or to resemble bat ears.
6. Repeat the shaping and decorating process with the remaining guacamole and chips until all bats are assembled.
7. Once assembled, place the bat guacamole on a serving platter and adjust wings as needed for a balanced, spooky display.

Notes

For extra flair, add small edible eyes or other decorations to your bat guacamole before serving.

This playful take on guacamole proves that Halloween treats don’t have to be complicated to impress. With just a few ingredients and a little imagination, you can turn an everyday snack into a delightful conversation piece. Happy haunting—and snacking!