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    TaraTeaspoon » Holidays + Celebrations » Halloween

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    35 Halloween Desserts and Treat Ideas

    Spooky and fun Halloween themed desserts that you, and the whole family will enjoy.

    collection image of 35 Halloween treats

    Forget the tricks, what we really want is treats. If you know me, you know I love a good themed dessert.

    Halloween is one of my favorite holidays of the year because the sweet possibilities are endless!

    I love making cute and delicious Halloween themed desserts and treats to make the season feel festive and fun.

    Scary Halloween Desserts

    Well, these desserts aren't really scary. You won't scream when you see them. But they are scary cute! Serve them at your Halloween party to give your guests a little fright.

    Plate full of Halloween Skeleton Cookies
    Candy Corn Finger Jello Recipe
    "Candy corn finger jello is the perfect way to get into the festivities without sacrificing nutrition.

    It has bright, fall colors and a burst of flavor. Plus it can still be eaten with your fingers (though it won’t be stored in the chicken feeder!)."
    Recipe
    poison apples
    Poison Apples - No Sugar, No Dairy, No Food Dye
    Poison apples are a fun Halloween food to have at your party. This recipe doesn't contain any poison ingredients like harmful dyes!
    Recipe
    witch's brew cider
    Witch's Brew Punch with Apple Heads
    What’s the difference between apple cider and witch’s brew? Floating heads of course! This easy apple cider punch recipe is perfectly spooky and cute!
    Recipe
    healthier dirt pudding cups
    Healthier Dirt Pudding Cups
    Ultra rich healthier dirt pudding cups that make for the best healthy Halloween treat for kids! Better yet this recipe is naturally Paleo, vegan, and dairy-free!
    Recipe
    choc cherry hand pies
    Halloween Chocolate Cherry Hand Pies
    These Halloween Chocolate Cherry Hand Pies are an easy and frightfully fun treat to enjoy this October! With a chocolate pastry crust cut out in Jack-O-Lantern shapes and canned cherry pie filling, this dessert is the perfect combo of cute and spooky!
    Recipe
    poison candied apples
    Halloween Poison Candied Apples
    These frightfully fun candy Poison Apples are a wicked way of treating friends and family this Halloween. Be careful, they're poisonous!
    Recipe

    Halloween Treat Ideas for Kids

    Halloween is that time of year where you can eat all the candy with no regrets! Well, I take it a step further and believe that you can make allllll the Halloween desserts.

    I do have one condition. They have to taste GOOD! So, even though these recipes are for kids, they're perfect for adults too!

    Here are a few delicious and adorable Halloween themed desserts to satisfy your sweet tooth.

    Halloween Chocolate lollipops with candy spinrkles on sticks
    Halloween Lollipops
    Let the kids get involved in making the party favors or class treat! Packaged in cellophane with a tie and tag will make these the perfect giveaway.
    Recipe
    spiderweb caramel apples feature
    Halloween Spiderweb Caramel Apples
    Halloween Spiderweb Caramel Apples are a classic fall treat, with chocolatey, sweet little crawlers. These apples just got spooky!
    Recipe
    feature of marshmallow ghost cookies
    Candy Corn Finger Jello Recipe
    "Candy corn finger jello is the perfect way to get into the festivities without sacrificing nutrition.

    It has bright, fall colors and a burst of flavor. Plus it can still be eaten with your fingers (though it won’t be stored in the chicken feeder!)."
    Recipe
    halloween chocolate bark
    Halloween Chocolate Bark
    This Halloween Chocolate Bark is the perfect easy dessert if you're running late for one of the kids' Halloween parties!
    Recipe
    monster rice krispy treats
    Hotel Transylvania Party Treats
    Do your kids love Hotel Transylvania? Here’s a fabulous idea for Hotel Transylvania Party Treats that your children will go nuts for!
    Recipe
    pumpkin patch pudding cups
    The Original DIY Pumpkin Patch Pudding Cups for Fall and Halloween
    How cute are these Pumpkin Patch Pudding Dirt Cups? These are perfect for any pumpkin patch themed party.
    Recipe
    mummy-rice-krispy-treats
    Quick and Easy Mummy Rice Krispie Treats
    These fun and easy mummy rice Krispie treats are super cute and quick to make! These are the perfect last-minute Halloween treat.
    Recipe
    halloween rocky road slices
    Halloween Rocky Road Slices - Halloween Desserts
    These Halloween Rocky Road Slices are chock-full of crunchy, soft, chewy, gooey sweet goodies that make them the perfect cute Halloween treat for trick-or-treaters.
    Recipe
    monster eyeball pretzels
    Monster Eyeball Pretzels - Halloween Treat
    Watch out cyclops! Monster Eyeball Pretzels are such a cute Halloween treat and easy Halloween food.
    Recipe
    chocolate cut out sugar cookies
    Chocolate Cut Out Sugar Cookies
    These easy Chocolate Cut Out Sugar Cookies hold their shape and have great chocolatey, buttery flavor. Perfect to decorate with the kids!
    Recipe
    meringue ghosts
    Meringue Ghosts
    Meringue Ghosts make the perfect easy and adorable Halloween Treat! They are nut-free for classroom Halloween parties and low calories for those watching their waistline!
    Recipe
    spider cookies
    Halloween Spiderweb Cookies
    Looking for something cute to make for Halloween that’s fun and festive but not a complete sugar bomb? SO cute!
    Recipe
    choc rice krispie bat treats
    Chocolate Covered Rice Krispies Bat Treats
    Homemade brown butter rice krispies dipped in dark chocolate make these bat treats the perfect Halloween themes dessert for your kids.
    Recipe
    spider crinkle cookies
    Spider Crinkle Cookies
    Um, excuse me waiter, but there’s a spider on my dessert. Wait, it's supposed to be there!
    Recipe

    Easy Halloween Dessert Ideas

    Try some easy Halloween dessert ideas that make a big impact with little effort. Sometimes, you just don't have the time and energy to make something extravagant. And you totally don't have to!

    Keep scrolling for fun and low effort Halloween dessert ideas.

    Almond Joy in a Jar
    Candy Corn Finger Jello Recipe
    "Candy corn finger jello is the perfect way to get into the festivities without sacrificing nutrition.

    It has bright, fall colors and a burst of flavor. Plus it can still be eaten with your fingers (though it won’t be stored in the chicken feeder!)."
    Recipe
    Stack of Monster Cookies
    Candy Corn Finger Jello Recipe
    "Candy corn finger jello is the perfect way to get into the festivities without sacrificing nutrition.

    It has bright, fall colors and a burst of flavor. Plus it can still be eaten with your fingers (though it won’t be stored in the chicken feeder!)."
    Recipe
    Spooky Spiral Halloween Cookies are the ultimate psychedelic treat!
    Spooky Spiral Halloween Cookies
    Spooky Spiral Halloween Cookies are the ultimate psychedelic treat! Their swirly design and sweet flavor are sure to wow everyone who tries them.
    Recipe
    candy corn jello
    Candy Corn Finger Jello Recipe
    Candy corn finger jello is so cute and so festive! It's also super hands off and takes very little prep!
    Recipe
    pumpkin spice latte cookies
    Soft & Grainless Pumpkin Spice Latte Cookies
    These pumpkin spice latte cookies are free from the top 8 allergens, gluten-free, vegan, and paleo. You’ll be sure to get a dose of real pumpkin here!
    Recipe
    halloween candy bark with oreos
    Halloween Candy Bark Recipe (Fun & Easy)
    This easy Halloween Bark comes together in less than 15 minutes from start to finish & is sure to be a tasty treat!
    Recipe
    mini gluten free pumpkin choc chip muffin bites
    Mini Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Muffin Bites (Vegan, Allergy-Free)
    Easy vegan allergy free mini muffin bites to get you in the Halloween season!
    Recipe
    easy halloween donuts
    Easy Halloween Donuts You Can Make Today
    These orange frosted semi-homemade donuts are super cute, and super easy! Perfect to make with your kids!
    Recipe
    peanut butter sugar cookie pizza for Halloween
    Halloween Sugar Cookie Pizza
    Halloween Sugar Cookie Pizza is a fun and easy treat for your next Halloween gathering. Top with your favorite Halloween candy!
    Recipe
    caramel apples with white chocolate drizzle
    Walnut White Chocolate Caramel Apple Recipe
    Take your caramel apples to the next level with this Walnut White Chocolate Caramel Apple recipe! So delicious and gourmet!
    Recipe
    candy corn fudge squares
    Easy Candy Corn Fudge
    This easy candy corn fudge is so fun and festive. It will look amazing on your Halloween dessert table!
    Recipe
    chocolate m&m cookies for Halloween
    M&M'S Cookies - Perfect for Halloween!
    These double chocolate M&M cookies will make sure that your house is the neighborhood favorite! So delicious and easy!
    Recipe
    candy apples with caramel and toppings
    Gourmet Homemade Caramel Apples
    Sweet, buttery caramel and tart Granny Smith apples are the perfect canvas for your favorite toppings!
    Recipe
    vegan pumpkin brownies
    Easy Vegan Pumpkin Brownies
    These vegan pumpkin brownies are decadent yet healthy for you at the same time. They are so easy to whip up when you're craving a yummy vegan treat!
    Recipe
    candy corn jello cups
    Candy Corn Jell-O Dessert Cups
    These Candy Corn JELL-O Cups are a super festive Fall treat that everyone loves! They’re perfect for a Halloween party!
    Recipe

    And if you need some additional decor this Halloween check out these crafts!
    Mozzarella Stick Mummy Bowls 
    No-Carve Fall Pumpkins 
    Ghost Crafts
    Eyeball Cake For Halloween

    Spooky & Fun Halloween Recipes

    • Marshmallow Ghost Cookies
    • No-Bake Cookies for Halloween - Easy Graham Cracker Sandwiches with Sprinkles
    • 25 Halloween Cakes and Cupcakes
    • Homemade Halloween Treats
    • Halloween Spiderweb Caramel Apples
    • Pumpkin Marshmallows on Cupcakes
    • Halloween Monster Chicken Sliders
    • Polka Dot Halloween Cupcakes
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    1. Mia says

      January 01, 2021 at 8:53 pm

      Wow! These Halloween treats and ideas are wonderful! Your blog is the place to begin when I want inspiration! Thank you!

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