Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels to ensure they crisp properly during baking.
In a large mixing bowl, toss the chicken wings with vegetable oil until evenly coated. This helps the skin roast up crispy.
Arrange the wings in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each piece for even cooking.
Bake the wings in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are golden brown and crispy.
Meanwhile, prepare the glaze by whisking together soy sauce, honey, garlic powder, and black pepper in a small bowl. The mixture should be smooth and slightly thickened.
Remove the wings from the oven and transfer them to a clean mixing bowl. Pour the soy sauce glaze over the hot wings.
Toss the wings gently to evenly coat them with the glaze, listening for a slight sizzling as the sauce starts to caramelize slightly.
Using a basting brush, carefully brush a small amount of the glazed mixture onto the tips of the wings to emphasize the bat silhouette shape.
Arrange the coated wings on a serving platter, positioning their tips downward or slightly curved to resemble bats hanging upside down.
Optional: Add small edible decorations like sliced olives or small bits of seaweed to enhance the bat shape if desired.
Serve the Halloween Bat Wings immediately, enjoying their crispy texture and savory-sweet flavor while they're hot and glossy.
