Spooky Bats & Green Goodness: Halloween Guacamole with Tortilla Chips

Halloween is the perfect reason to unleash your creativity in the kitchen. This year, I decided to ditch traditional dips and go for something more whimsical and fun: Bat-Shaped Tortilla Chips paired with a vibrant, eerie green guacamole. The combination is a visual treat and a flavor explosion that’s easy enough for kids and impressively spooky for adults.

What really makes this recipe stand out is the playful design of the chips, perfectly mimicking fluttering bats in flight. The rich, creamy guacamole with a hint of lime and garlic gets a youthful glow of zesty green — much like a cauldron of magic potion. It’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser at any Halloween gathering or eerie movie marathon.

WHY I LOVE THIS RECIPE?

• CRAFTING the bat shapes feels like a little baking adventure, transporting me back to childhood craft days.
• The rich aroma of fresh cilantro and lime makes everyone gather around, sniffing in anticipation.
• Mixing the green guacamole awakens my nostalgic memories of every Halloween costume party I’ve thrown over the years.
• Seeing the delight on kids’ faces when they spot the bat chips is utterly priceless.
• It’s a guaranteed way to bring a dash of chaos and a lot of smiles to the party table.

AVOID MY DISASTER (You’re Welcome)

• FORGOT to pre-cut the chips? Dull scissors can help with bat shapes, keeping the faces crisp and spooky.
• DUMPED too much lemon in the guac? Stir in more avocado and a pinch of salt to balance the acid.
• OVER-TORCHED the tortilla chips? Lower the oven temperature and keep a close eye.
• IGNORED the avocado! It turns brown quickly—use lime juice liberally and serve immediately.

QUICK FIXES THAT SAVE YOUR DAY

• IF the guacamole is too thick, splash in a teaspoon of olive oil and stir.
• WHEN chips are flimsy, re-bake a few minutes at 350°F for crispness.
• PATCH over burnt chips with a paper towel and save the batch.
• SHIELD your guac from browning by pressing cling wrap directly on its surface.
• SPLASH salsa around the chips for extra flavor if they lose crunch.

In the end, this playful Halloween snack isn’t just about the spooky look — it’s about savoring moments with loved ones, surrounded by fun and flavor. It’s a simple recipe that sparks joy and adds a dash of whimsy to the spooky season.

Enjoy crafting this eerie, delicious surprise and watch your guests marvel at your creativity. The vibrant green, the cute bat shapes, and the irresistible aroma will make your Halloween table unforgettable.

Bat-Shaped Tortilla Chips with Green Guacamole

This dish features crispy tortilla chips cut into playful bat shapes, paired with a vibrant, creamy guacamole colored with lime and garlic. The chips provide a crunchy texture, while the smooth guacamole offers a zesty, green appearance perfect for Halloween festivities.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Servings: 4

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 180

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 8 slices corn tortillas preferably fresh
• 2 tbsp olive oil for brushing
• 2 avocados ripe avocados pitted and peeled
• 1 lime lime juiced
• 1 clove garlic minced
• 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
• to taste salt for seasoning

Equipment

• Baking sheet
• Cookie cutter or scissors

Method

 

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly brush both sides of the corn tortillas with olive oil to help them crisp up nicely.
2. Stack the tortillas and use a bat-shaped cookie cutter or scissors to cut out bat silhouettes from each slice. Keep the scraps aside for additional chips or re-shaping.
3. Arrange the bat-shaped tortilla pieces on a baking sheet in a single layer, ensuring they aren’t overlapping.
4. Bake the chips in the oven for about 8-10 minutes, or until they turn golden brown and crisp, watching carefully to prevent burning.
5. While the chips are baking, halve and pit the avocados, then scoop them into a mixing bowl.
6. Add the minced garlic, chopped cilantro, lime juice, and a pinch of salt to the avocados. Mash everything together with a fork until smooth and creamy, and it turns a vibrant green.
7. Once the chips are out of the oven and cooled slightly, transfer the guacamole to a serving bowl. Serve the crispy bat-shaped chips immediately alongside the vibrant green guacamole for a fun Halloween snack.

Notes

For extra fun, use a small knife to refine the bat shapes before baking. Serve immediately to enjoy maximum crunch. Leftover guacamole can turn brown quickly—press cling wrap directly onto its surface if not eaten right away.

This Halloween, let your creativity run wild with playful treats like these bat-shaped chips and the irresistibly bright guacamole. It’s a chance to turn simple ingredients into smiles, chaos, and a few giggles around the table.

Whether you’re hosting friends or just making a fun snack for family night, this recipe is a quick, cheerful way to celebrate the season. No matter the outcome, the joy and chaos you bring to the kitchen will make it all worthwhile. Happy haunting and happy snacking!