Description
This fun and spooky Halloween Zombie Fingers recipe transforms simple mozzarella string cheese into creepy severed fingers, perfect for a themed party snack. With decorative olive ‘fingernails’ and carved knuckle details, these eerie treats are easy to make and sure to delight guests of all ages.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 6 mozzarella string cheese sticks
- 2 olives (black or green)
- 1 slice green bell pepper
- 1 slice red bell pepper
- 1 tablespoon sour cream or ranch dressing
Instructions
- Prepare the String Cheese: Cut each mozzarella string cheese stick in half to create 12 finger-sized pieces, which will form the base of the zombie fingers.
- Carve Finger Wrinkles: Using a toothpick, lightly carve small wrinkles and knuckle details on each cheese stick half to mimic the look of fingers.
- Create the Fingernails: Slice olives, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper into small, fingernail-shaped pieces to add variety and spooky detail for the nails.
- Attach Fingernails: Use a small amount of sour cream or ranch dressing to stick the fingernail pieces onto the tips of each cheese finger. For better adhesion and realism, gently carve out a shallow nail bed on the cheese with a toothpick before attaching.
- Serve: Arrange the completed zombie fingers on a serving plate and enjoy as a fun Halloween appetizer or party snack.
Notes
- You can substitute sour cream with ranch dressing or cream cheese as an adhesive.
- Use different colored olives or bell peppers for variety in fingernail colors.
- For a more graphic touch, add a tiny bit of ketchup or marinara sauce near the base of the ‘fingers’ to mimic blood.
- Keep the prepared fingers refrigerated until serving to maintain freshness.
