Instructions

OREO SPIDERS

1. Prepare the Legs: Break the pretzel sticks into halves to make spider legs. You will need 6-8 legs per spider, so prepare accordingly.
2. Melt the Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
3. Assemble the Spiders: Twist open each Oreo cookie. Break the pretzel sticks in half and press into the cream filling on each side of the cookie to form the legs. Replace the top of the Oreo, pressing gently to secure
4. TIPS: You can also add a little melted chocolate in the middle of the open cookie before replacing the top of the cookie, to make sure it sticks. The double stuff oreos give extra filling making them stick better as well.
5. Add Eyes: Using a small spoon, drop a little bit of melted chocolate in place for the eyes and attach two, edible candy eyes on each spider. For fun you can make spiders with 1, 2, or 3 eyes.
6. Set the Spiders: Place the assembled spiders on a parchment-lined baking sheet and let them set completely either on the counter, or in the refrigerator for about 10 - 15 minutes. Keep in an airtight container once set.

MAKE THE OREO BATS

1. Prepare the Wings: Separate the additional 3 Oreo cookies and remove the cream filling. Carefully break each Oreo half into halves, resulting in 6 pieces for the wings. You may need a few extra cookies in case the cookies break funny.

2. Assemble the Bats: Take a whole Oreo cookie and use a small spoon to drop a bit of melted chocolate to attach Oreo pieces on either side of the top of the Oreo to create the bat wings. Hold the wings in place for a few seconds until the chocolate begins to set and they stay in place.

3. Create the Faces: Using a small spoon, drop a little bit of melted chocolate in place for the eyes and attach two edible candy eyes on each bat.

4.  Set the Bats: Place the assembled bats on a parchment-lined baking sheet and let them set completely on the counter or in the refrigerator for about 10-15 minutes. Keep in an airtight container once set.