Spooky Bats & Green Mash: Halloween Guacamole with Tortilla Chips

Halloween is a time for creative bites that scare and delight in equal measure. This year, I decided to ditch the usual with a fun twist—bats! These bat-shaped tortilla chips framing a vibrant, creamy guacamole make my kitchen feel like a spooky cave.

What makes this recipe special is the playful chaos it brings to the table. The smell of fresh avocados blending with zesty lime and a hint of smoky cumin creates a festive aroma ready to charm any ghost or goblin. Plus, the bat chips are easy, fast to make, and oddly mesmerising.

Bat-Shaped Tortilla Chips with Guacamole

This dish consists of crispy tortilla chips cut into bat shapes, served alongside a smooth, creamy guacamole made from ripe avocados, lime juice, and spices. The chips provide a crunchy texture, while the guacamole offers a cool, vibrant contrast, making for an eye-catching appetizer or snack.

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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: 220

Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients

  

• 4 pieces tortillas corn or flour tortillas
• 2 ripe avocados soft, for easy mashing
• 1 lime lime juice freshly squeezed
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked cumin ground
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Equipment

• Baking sheet
• Sharp knife
• Mixing bowl
• Fork or masher
• Serving platter

Method

 

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place tortilla rounds on a baking sheet and bake until crispy, about 8–10 minutes, watching to prevent burning.
2. While the chips are baking, peel and pit the avocados, then transfer the flesh to a mixing bowl.
3. Add freshly squeezed lime juice and a pinch of salt to the mashed avocados, then mash with a fork or masher until smooth and creamy.
4. Stir in the ground smoked cumin and olive oil to enhance flavor and achieve a silky, vibrant green guacamole.
5. Remove the baked tortilla chips from the oven once they are golden and crispy. Let them cool slightly for easier handling.
6. Use a sharp knife to cut each tortilla into bat shapes—create two small wings and a rounded body for each chip, ensuring they look like bats.
7. Arrange the shaped chips on a serving platter around a bowl of the prepared guacamole, creating a spooky bat display.
8. Serve immediately to enjoy the crispy texture of the chips with the cool, flavorful guacamole.

As the evening unfolds, this dish can be styled to suit any spooky theme or simple get-together. It’s a reminder that sometimes, the smallest ideas—like tiny bat silhouettes—can turn an ordinary snack into a memorable party highlight.