Halloween Bat Guacamole
This playful Halloween guacamole features creamy mashed avocados mixed with lime juice, garlic, red onion, and tomatoes for a bright, flavorful dip. Shaped into bat silhouettes with tortilla chips, it offers a fun, messy, and visually striking appetizer perfect for holiday gatherings. The final dish has a vibrant green hue with bat-shaped accents, inviting laughter and mischief at the table.
Equipment
- Sharp paring knife
- Large mixing bowl
Ingredients
- 3 ripe avocados firm but soft, ready to mash
- 2 tablespoons lime juice freshly squeezed
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1/4 cup red onion finely chopped
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes diced
- to taste salt and pepper
- 1 package tortilla chips preferably cut into bat shapes
Instructions
- Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a large mixing bowl. Mash with a fork or potato masher until the mixture is smooth with a few chunky bits for texture.
- Stir in the lime juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix until fragrant and well combined, brightening the guacamole with a fresh citrus scent.
- Fold in the finely chopped red onion and diced cherry tomatoes, distributing evenly so each bite is colorful and flavorful. The mixture should look vibrant and slightly chunky.
- Shape the guacamole into a rough mound on a serving platter, creating a base for the bat shapes. Use your fingers or a spoon to slightly mold it into a natural, uneven form.
- Using a sharp paring knife, carefully carve out bat wings and ears from extra avocado or press lightly into the guac to create raised shapes. Keep the edges a little uneven for a whimsical, natural look.
- Arrange bat-shaped tortilla chips around or gently into the guacamole to resemble bats in flight. Feel free to insert some bat-shaped chips directly into the guac for extra fun.
- Let the guacamole rest at room temperature for about 10 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and shapes to settle. Serve with lime wedges and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro if desired.
Notes
For best color, serve immediately or cover tightly with plastic wrap pressed directly on the surface to prevent browning. Use a damp finger or small spatula to help reshape any cracks in the bat shapes before serving.