Witch's Finger Bread Sticks with Maple Mustard Dip

INGREDIENTS

• 1 1/2 cups warm water (105°F to 115°F)
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 (1/4-ounce) package active dry yeast
• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 10 drops green food coloring
• 48 sliced almonds or peanut halves
• 8 drops red food coloring, diluted with 1/4 teaspoon water
• 1 large egg beaten with 1 tablespoon water (egg wash)
• 1/2 tablespoon pretzel salt or coarse sea salt
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/2 cup coarse-grain Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup or mild honey
• Stand mixer with paddle attachment and dough hook; 1 or 2 small paintbrushes