If you’re after a quick, no-bake treat that’s equal parts fun and delicious, these 3-Ingredient Chocolate Spiders are just the thing! 🕷️🍫
Made with crunchy noodles, creamy peanut butter, and melted chocolate, they come together in minutes and are always a hit.
Whether you’re whipping up a spooky Halloween snack, an easy lunchbox filler, or a cheeky afternoon treat, these little chocolate critters are guaranteed to disappear fast! Let’s get started—no oven required!
A great activity on the weekend or school holidays or a cute treat to share at kids parties... these classic chocolate spiders are so easy!
With just three ingredients, even the littlest of chefs can create a plateful of chocolate spiders in just minutes.
Simply melt, stir and spoon onto a tray!
I'm a big fan of simple desserts and sweets, so check out some more of my recipes that also require only three ingredients such as Tim Tam fudge, caramel chocolate tartlets, chocolate ripple cake and Oreo truffles. All are easy for the kids to make (or at least do their best at helping with!)
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Why You're Going To Love This Recipe
Fun, cheap and quick......what's not to love about that?
- A great activity for the kids - that doesn't cost a fortune!!
- Kids parties—Share a plate of chocolate spiders at kids' parties or at any special occasions; they're always a popular option!
- One-bowl recipe—it's so quick and easy when only one bowl is required—just mix and chill!
- Winning flavour combo - chocolate and peanut butter made crunchy, yum!
What You Need
Only three ingredients are needed for this fun chocolate spiders recipe.
Note: Scroll to the recipe card at the bottom for the ingredients quantities and full detailed method.
- Milk chocolate—This is one of those recipes where chocolate is the 'star', so choose a good quality chocolate for the best chocolate spiders. I've used Cadbury's baking melts here. You can substitute the milk chocolate for dark chocolate or white chocolate if you prefer.
- Peanut butter—use store-bought peanut butter. This works better than homemade peanut butter, as it's creamier. You can use either smooth or crunchy peanut butter; however, I prefer crunchy peanut butter for the extra texture and crunch!
- Fried noodles - I always have a packet of Chang's fried noodles in the cupboard as they're cheap and so versatile in many recipes.
Equipment Required
Any recipe that has only a few dishes to wash up is always a hit, right?!
- Microwave and microwave-safe bowl.
- Baking tray, baking sheet or large plate - lined with baking paper/parchment paper/wax paper.
- Fridge - to chill the spiders.
Step By Step Instructions
These easy chocolate spiders (aka chocolate tarantulas!) are perfect for beginner bakers. They're so simple, with only three quick steps!
A great recipe for kids to experiment with to become more confident in the kitchen - and have fun simultaneously!
Note: Scroll to the recipe card at the bottom for the ingredients quantities and full detailed method.
Step 1 - Melt The Chocolate And Peanut Butter
Place the chocolate melts and the peanut butter into a microwave safe bowl. Microwave on 50% power for 2-3 minutes, stirring in 30-second intervals, or until the chocolate has just melted.
Stir to blend the melted chocolate and peanut butter together.
Step 2 - Add The Fried Noodles
Add the fried noodles to the chocolate peanut butter mixture.
Stir to coat the fried noodles well.
Step 3 - Place On Baking Tray
Place tablespoonfuls of the chocolate noodle mixture onto the prepared tray or large plate lined with baking paper.
Place the tray into the fridge for 30 minutes or until your chocolate spiders have set.
Expert Tips
- Choose a good brand of chocolate - the better quality the chocolate, the better your spiders will taste. I use a good quality brand like Cadbury's milk chocolate baking melts, as they are specifically designed for melting.
- Melting chocolate—Microwaving in short bursts at half power is the best way to melt chocolate, as it allows you to control it and ensure it heats only enough to produce a smooth, silky result. Alternatively, you can melt chocolate in a bowl over a saucepan of boiling water or in a double boiler. See FAQs.
- I used Chang's fried noodles in this recipe, but you can use any fried noodles you like.
- Use a creamy store-bought peanut butter (crunchy or smooth). Avoid homemade or natural peanut butter, as the texture is not as creamy.
- Storing - chocolate spiders can be stored in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
FAQs
Chocolate spiders can be made ahead and either stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week or frozen in an airtight container for up to one month. If frozen, place the the container in the fridge to defrost before serving.
The best way to melt chocolate is gently and slowly to avoid burning or seizing. Using a double boiler (a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water) or microwaving on low heat in short bursts, stirring in between, will give you smooth, glossy melted chocolate every time.
Chocolate seizes when moisture or steam touches melted chocolate, making it thick, grainy, and unworkable. Overheating can also cause it to become dry and lumpy. To prevent this, melt chocolate gently and keep utensils completely dry. If it does seize, try stirring in a little warm liquid, like cream or melted butter, to bring it back to a smooth consistency.
Related Recipes
Here's some more simple 3 ingredient desserts and snacks that are also quick and easy to make, but taste absolutely divine!
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Chocolate Spiders
Ingredients
- 200 g milk chocolate
- 40 g (2 tbs) creamy peanut butter
- 100 g fried noodles see notes
Instructions
Conventional Method
- Place the chocolate and peanut butter into a microwave safe bowl. Melt on 50% power for 2-3 minutes (stirring every 30 seconds) or until just melted.
- Stir through the fried noodles.
- Place tablespoonfuls of the mixture onto a baking paper lined tray.
- Place into the fridge for 30 minutes or until set.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Thermomix Method
- Place the chocolate and peanut butter into the Thermomix bowl. Melt for 3-4 minutes, 50 degrees, Speed 2.
- Add the fried noodles and mix for 5-10 seconds on Reverse, Speed 2 (or until combined). Use the spatula to help mix.
- Place spoonfuls of the mixture onto a baking paper lined tray.
- Place into the fridge for 30 minutes or until set.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Notes
- Choose a good brand of chocolate - the better quality the chocolate, the better your spiders will taste. I use Cadbury's milk chocolate baking melts, as they are specifically designed for melting.
- I used the Chang's fried noodle brand in this recipe, however you can use any fried noodles you like.
- Use a creamy store-bought peanut butter (crunchy or smooth). Avoid homemade or natural peanut butter as they're not as creamy.
- Melting chocolate - microwaving in short bursts at half power is the best way to melt chocolate so that you can control it and ensure it heats only enough to produce a smooth, silky result. Alternatively, you can melt chocolate in a bowl over a saucepan of boiling water or in a double boiler.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
- Freeze in an airtight container for up to 1 month. Place in the fridge to defrost before serving.
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