Bite-Size Boo Bugs with Bug-Catching Dip

Dairy Free
Bite-Size Boo Bugs with Bug-Catching Dip
45 min.
24
143kcal

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Get ready to impress your guests with a fun and whimsical appetizer that’s perfect for any gathering! Introducing Bite-Size Boo Bugs with Bug-Catching Dip—a delightful dairy-free treat that’s sure to be a hit at your next party. These adorable little “bugs” are not only visually appealing but also packed with flavor, making them an irresistible starter for both kids and adults alike.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up 24 servings of these tasty morsels, each boasting a satisfying crunch and a savory filling. The combination of smoky sausages wrapped in golden-brown breadsticks creates a delicious bite that pairs perfectly with our unique bug-catching dip. The ranch dressing provides a creamy base, while the playful ketchup web adds a touch of creativity to your presentation.

Whether you’re hosting a casual get-together, a festive holiday party, or simply looking for a fun snack to enjoy with family, these Bite-Size Boo Bugs are the perfect choice. They’re easy to make, fun to decorate, and even more enjoyable to eat! So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and let’s get cooking. Your guests will be buzzing with excitement over this delightful dish!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup chow mein noodles (from)
  • 24  little wieners smoked (from 14-oz package)
  • 11 oz breadsticks refrigerated pillsbury® canned
  • tablespoon catsup 
  • cup ranch dressing (from 16-oz bottle)

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • knife
  • toothpicks
  • ziploc bags
  • kitchen scissors

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 375°F. Unroll dough; separate at perforations into 12 breadsticks. With knife or kitchen scissors, cut each breadstick in half crosswise, making 24 pieces.
  2. Wrap each piece of dough around center of each sausage, pinching to seal and leaving each end of sausage showing.
  3. Place seam side down and 1/2 inch apart on ungreased large cookie sheet.
  4. Bake 11 to 14 minutes or until golden brown. Immediately remove from cookie sheet; place on serving plate or tray. Cool 2 minutes.
  5. Insert shoestring potatoes into baked dough to resemble legs and antennae. Decorate "bugs" with dots or stripes of ketchup.
  6. Spread dressing in 9-inch glass pie plate or on dinner plate. Spoon ketchup into small resealable food-storage plastic bag. Seal bag and cut tiny hole in bottom corner. Squeeze bag to draw a coil of ketchup over ranch dressing. Drag toothpick through coil from center out, creating a web.
  7. Serve dip with “bugs.”

Nutrition Facts

Calories143kcal
Protein6.35%
Fat47.3%
Carbs46.35%

Properties

Glycemic Index
0
Glycemic Load
0
Inflammation Score
0
Nutrition Score
1.5860869439886%

Flavonoids

Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:142.73kcal
7.14%
Fat:7.65g
11.76%
Saturated Fat:1.75g
10.96%
Carbohydrates:16.86g
5.62%
Net Carbohydrates:15.63g
5.68%
Sugar:1.28g
1.42%
Cholesterol:8.36mg
2.79%
Sodium:341.93mg
14.87%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.31g
4.62%
Vitamin K:13.42µg
12.78%
Iron:1.16mg
6.42%
Fiber:1.23g
4.92%
Phosphorus:37.84mg
3.78%
Vitamin E:0.23mg
1.54%
Zinc:0.2mg
1.3%
Copper:0.02mg
1.02%