Ready, set, halloween! 31 favorites to get you thinking ahead

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From ghastly goodies to bewitching bites, our list of 31 Halloween favorites will have you prepped and primed for the most haunted night of the year. Whether you’re a trick-or-treater at heart or a Halloween party host extraordinaire, these recipes will ensure you’re ahead of the game.

Candy corn fudge squares on a cutting board.
Candy Corn Fudge. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Halloween Pinwheel Cookies

A baking sheet filled with orange and black swirled cookies.
Halloween Pinwheel Cookies. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Spiral into the spooky season with these Halloween Pinwheel Cookies! Not only do they look hauntingly cool, but they also taste devilishly delicious. A visual treat that’s a hit at any Halloween party.
Get the Recipe: Halloween Pinwheel Cookies

Candy Corn Cookies

A stack of candy corn cookies on a white plate.
Candy Corn Cookies. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Step up your Halloween game with these Candy Corn Cookies. They inside and on top, making them perfect for all your fall festivities.
Get the Recipe: Candy Corn Cookies

Halloween Cake Mix Donuts

Chocolate Cake Mix Donuts decorated for halloween with frosting and sprinkles.
Halloween Cake Mix Donuts. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Rise and shine to the taste of Halloween with these Cake Mix Donuts. They’re wickedly easy to make and boast a blend of festive colors and flavors, ensuring your Halloween morning starts off just right.
Get the Recipe: Halloween Cake Mix Donuts

Halloween Oreo Mummies

Mummy cookies on a red plate with eyes on them.
Halloween Oreo Mummies. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Wrap up your treat plans with these Halloween Oreo Mummies! They’re an easy, creative twist on a classic cookie, adding a dash of spooky charm to your snack table. Trust us, they’ll be gone in a flash!
Get the Recipe: Halloween Oreo Mummies

Halloween Candy Bark

Orange pretzel bark with pretzels on a marble countertop.
Halloween Candy Bark. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Talk about a Halloween masterpiece! This Candy Bark is loaded with fun textures and surprise bites, making it an irresistible treat for ghouls and goblins of all ages. A true showcase of Halloween candy goodness.
Get the Recipe: Halloween Candy Bark

Ghosts in the Graveyard

Halloween pudding dirt cup decorated with candy and cookies.
Ghosts in the Graveyard. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Make your dessert table ghostly good with this treat. Ghosts in the Graveyard is a spooktacular dish that’s not only fun to look at but also scrumptiously haunting to the palate. Boo-appetit!
Get the Recipe: Ghosts in the Graveyard

No Bake Brownie Bites

A bunch of chocolate truffles with sprinkles on a piece of paper.
No Bake Brownie Bites. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Looking for a fuss-free Halloween treat? These No Bake Brownie Bites are your answer. They’re rich, chocolatey, and packed with flavor – perfect for when you want a bite of something sweet and spooky.
Get the Recipe: No Bake Brownie Bites

Candy Corn Fruit and Yogurt Parfait – Halloween Snack

Three mason jars with candy corn fruit and yogurt parfait in them.
Candy Corn Fruit and Yogurt Parfait – Halloween Snack. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Looking for a healthier Halloween snack that’s still on-theme? Dive into this Candy Corn Fruit and Yogurt Parfait. Layered with vibrant colors, it’s a refreshing treat that screams Halloween without the extra sugar.
Get the Recipe: Candy Corn Fruit and Yogurt Parfait – Halloween Snack

Candy Corn Fudge

Candy corn fudge squares on a cutting board.
Candy Corn Fudge. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

This Candy Corn Fudge is a delightful twist on the traditional treat. Creamy, vibrant, and full of Halloween spirit, it’s a festive addition to any fall gathering.
Get the Recipe: Candy Corn Fudge

Halloween Cake Mix Cookies

Some orange and black sprinkled cookies on a cooling rack.
Halloween Cake Mix Cookies. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

These cookies are your secret weapon for a quick and themed treat. Using cake mix means they’re a breeze to make, and their fall sprinkles capture the essence of Halloween in every bite.
Get the Recipe: Halloween Cake Mix Cookies

Halloween Sugar Cookie Bars

Two sugar cookie bars with sprinkles on a wooden cutting board.
Halloween Sugar Cookie Bars. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Slabs of sweet goodness await with these Halloween Sugar Cookie Bars. They’re a great option if you’re feeding a monster crowd, offering a burst of sweetness with a hint of Halloween fun.
Get the Recipe: Halloween Sugar Cookie Bars

Spicy Chex Mix

Spicy Chex Mix with Halloween Candies in a festive bowl.
Spicy Chex Mix. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Spicy and loaded with irresistible and oh-so-snackable Halloween goodies, this Spicy Chex Mix is the perfect party pleaser! Make it ahead – it’s perfect at parties, for midnight scary movie marathons, or whenever you need a tasty and spooky treat!
Get the Recipe: Spicy Chex Mix

Chocolate Ganache Spiderweb Tarts

A group of chocolate spider web tarts on a white surface.
Chocolate Ganache Spiderweb Tarts. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Make your Halloween parties elegant and spooky at once with these No-Bake Mini Chocolate Ganache Spiderweb Tarts.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Ganache Spiderweb Tarts

Spider Web Deviled Eggs

Eggs colores and cut into half with olives on tp.
Spider Web Deviled Eggs. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

Spooky Halloween Spider Web Deviled Eggs with the help of blueberries brings you a perfect scary keto finger food on your Halloween party table. Our regular hard boiled eggs, together with olives, is a great low carb spiderweb idea with Halloween twist.
Get the Recipe: Spider Web Deviled Eggs

Black Magic Cocktail

A black liquid is being poured into a glass.
Black Magic Cocktail. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Trick and treat your party guests with a Black Magic Champagne Cocktail. Dark and spooky, it’s perfect for the adults to sip at a Halloween party!
Get the Recipe: Black Magic Cocktail

Vodka Gummy Worms

Two glasses with gummy worms in them.
Vodka Gummy Worms. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Vodka gummy worms are a fun, colorful and slightly creepy way to celebrate Halloween! Make a big batch to enjoy at a Halloween party or just because. Customize them with your favorite booze.
Get the Recipe: Vodka Gummy Worms

Edible Candy Bar Cookie Dough

Image shows edible candy bar cookie dough in a bowl on a cutting board.
Edible Candy Bar Cookie Dough. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Experience the joy of indulgence as cookie dough meets the irresistible charm of Halloween candy bars, creating an enticing fusion of flavors and textures. This Edible Cookie Dough is simple to make and absolutely safe with no eggs and heat-treated flour.
Get the Recipe: Edible Candy Bar Cookie Dough

Potion Cocktails

A mug with a bottle of liquid and a book next to it.
Potion Cocktails. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Add scary potions to your Halloween party splendor with a color-changing cocktail. The magic trick is in purple gin, which changes colors when it meets acidic citrus.
Get the Recipe: Potion Cocktails

Graveyard Dirt Cups

A glass of Halloween graveyard chocolate pudding with tombstone cookie on top that reads RIP.
Graveyard Dirt Cups. Photo credit: Thriving In Parenting.

Get ready for a hauntingly delicious experience with these graveyard dirt cups! This spooky treat combines chocolate pudding and cookie ‘dirt’ for a Halloween delight like no other.
Get the Recipe: Graveyard Dirt Cups

Black Cocoa Powder Cupcakes

A group of black cupcakes decorated with black frosting.
Black Cocoa Powder Cupcakes. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Gloriously dark, these Black Cocoa Powder Cupcakes are made with just 7 ingredients that starts with a boxed chocolate cake mix and the magical ingredient that turns these cupcakes black.
Get the Recipe: Black Cocoa Powder Cupcakes

Candied Bacon Twists

Candied Bacon Twists on a parchment paper.
Candied Bacon Twists. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

Maple flavored together with brown sugar sweetener, those Candied Bacon Twists are the perfect candy with 0 carb per slice for whenever you need that little sweet treat. Serve during breakfast, brunch, or even Halloween night without raising your blood sugar.
Get the Recipe: Candied Bacon Twists

Dry Ice Cocktails

A group of beakers filled with different colored liquids.
Dry Ice Cocktails. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Eery and colorful, these Dry Ice Cocktails with a mad scientist vibe make for a fun Halloween party drink. Impress all your guests when you mix Skittles-infused vodka with soda and add dry ice to make it bubble and smoke!
Get the Recipe: Dry Ice Cocktails

Snickers Popcorn

Image shows a bowl with Snickers Popcorn next to a Snicker's bar.
Snickers Popcorn. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Caramel corn is a traditional Halloween treat, and this Snickers popcorn just takes that up a level. It’s easy to make at home and has all your favorite flavors – especially the caramel and chocolate, plus chopped Snicker’s bars to really make this sweet treat stand out.
Get the Recipe: Snickers Popcorn

Monster Cake Pops

Image shows three monster cake pops in various colors against a white background.
Monster Cake Pops. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Elevate your Halloween celebration with whimsical cake pops that embody the spirit of the season in every adorable bite. They’re super simple to make and provide for a great decoration that is as charming in your decor as it is delicious when you take a bite.
Get the Recipe: Monster Cake Pops

Boozy Butterbeer

A mug of harry potter beer with a wand and a scarf.
Boozy Butterbeer. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Serve up homemade butterbeer this Halloween. This butterscotch cocktail, made with vanilla vodka and butterscotch schnapps, is delicious and easy to make at home. It will delight every Harry Potter fan at your party.
Get the Recipe: Boozy Butterbeer

Halloween Bark

A plate of chocolate bark with spider webs and plastic spiders on it.
Halloween Bark. Photo credit: Renee Nicole’s Kitchen.

Halloween bark is a simple two ingredient treat that adds a homemade touch to your Halloween party or other celebration. Surprisingly easy to make, this halloween candy bark recipe will teach you how to transform dark chocolate and white chocolate into fun spider web chocolate bark.
Get the Recipe: Halloween Bark

Candy Stuffed Cookies

Image shows A person holding up two halves of candy bar stuffed cookies.
Candy Stuffed Cookies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Unveil the enchantment of hidden surprises within each bite, as these Candy Bar Stuffed Cookies become vessels of delightful treasures. This is the perfect way to use those mini candy bars you have at Halloween for a delicious treat everyone loves.
Get the Recipe: Candy Stuffed Cookies

Brownie Cupcakes

Fall brownie cupcakes on a cloth with a cut cupcake on a plate.
Brownie Cupcakes. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

These black and orange cupcakes feature the best of brownies and vanilla cupcakes. Perfect for Halloween without being too cutesy, these cupcakes are as tasty as they are gorgeous!
Get the Recipe: Brownie Cupcakes

Halloween Sprinkle Sugar Cookies

Halloween cookies with sprinkles and pumpkins on a table.
Halloween Sprinkle Sugar Cookies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Don’t let the ghouls and goblins scare you away from Halloween, give them these deliciously spooky Halloween Sprinkle Sugar Cookies that have a surprise center filling.
Get the Recipe: Halloween Sprinkle Sugar Cookies

Candy Corn Vodka

Two shots of candy corn vodka next to candy corn.
Candy Corn Vodka. Photo credit: Feast + West.

It’s no trick! This Candy Corn Vodka is a total treat fit for Halloween. Infuse vodka with the iconic tri-striped candy to yield a pumpkin-colored spirit worthy of the spookiest party. Use it for shooters, jello shots or cocktails!
Get the Recipe: Candy Corn Vodka

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