Spooky and fun Halloween themed desserts that you, and the whole family will enjoy.
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.
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!)."
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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!)."
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!
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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!
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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!
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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!
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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!
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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 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.
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Halloween Spiderweb Caramel Apples
Halloween Spiderweb Caramel Apples are a classic fall treat, with chocolatey, sweet little crawlers. These apples just got spooky!
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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!)."
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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!)."
Halloween Chocolate Bark
This Halloween Chocolate Bark is the perfect easy dessert if you're running late for one of the kids' Halloween parties!
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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!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Monster Eyeball Pretzels - Halloween Treat
Watch out cyclops! Monster Eyeball Pretzels are such a cute Halloween treat and easy Halloween food.
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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!
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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!
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Halloween Spiderweb Cookies
Looking for something cute to make for Halloween that’s fun and festive but not a complete sugar bomb? SO cute!
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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.
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Spider Crinkle Cookies
Um, excuse me waiter, but there’s a spider on my dessert. Wait, it's supposed to be there!
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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.
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
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!)."
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
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!)."
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.
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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!
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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!
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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!
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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!
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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!
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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!
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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!
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Easy Candy Corn Fudge
This easy candy corn fudge is so fun and festive. It will look amazing on your Halloween dessert table!
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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!
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Gourmet Homemade Caramel Apples
Sweet, buttery caramel and tart Granny Smith apples are the perfect canvas for your favorite toppings!
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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!
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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!
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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
About Tara Teaspoon
I’ve been in the food publishing business for over 20 years, creating recipes & food-styling for magazines, books, television & advertising. Order my new cookbook & stick around for amazing things to eat.
Mia says
Wow! These Halloween treats and ideas are wonderful! Your blog is the place to begin when I want inspiration! Thank you!