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Witch Finger Breadsticks: Spooky Best Halloween Appetizer

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These savory witch finger breadsticks are made with frozen bread dough, shaped like creepy fingers with almond nails, and served with a marinara ‘blood’ dip. They’re a fun, delicious Halloween appetizer that kids and adults love.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound frozen bread dough, thawed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley (optional)
  • 24 whole raw almonds
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1 cup high-quality marinara sauce
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Pinch of black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a rope about 4-5 inches long, slightly thicker at one end and tapered at the other.
  3. Place ropes on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  4. Using the back of a knife, gently press 2-3 horizontal lines across each ‘finger’ to create knuckle indentations.
  5. Press one whole almond into the tapered end of each breadstick, pointed end facing outward, embedding it about 1/3 of the way into the dough.
  6. In a small bowl, beat the egg with 1 tablespoon of water. Brush each breadstick with the egg wash.
  7. Sprinkle each breadstick with garlic salt and dried parsley (if using).
  8. For extra realism, use a toothpick to draw tiny lines around the knuckle indentations and at the base of the almond nail.
  9. Cover the breadsticks loosely with plastic wrap or a kitchen towel and let rise in a warm place for 20-30 minutes.
  10. Bake for 12-15 minutes, until golden brown and the almonds are lightly toasted. Rotate the pan halfway through.
  11. While the breadsticks bake, combine marinara sauce, tomato paste, red wine vinegar, smoked paprika, and black pepper in a small saucepan. Warm over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
  12. Let the breadsticks cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a serving platter. Serve warm with the marinara dip.

Notes

For best results, use frozen bread dough (Rhode’s or Bridgford). Press almonds in at a slight angle for realism. The marinara dip can be made up to 3 days ahead. Shaped breadsticks can be refrigerated for up to 4 hours before baking. For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free bread dough. For a vegan version, replace egg wash with maple syrup and water.

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