Frightfully fun: 13 halloween treats to make with little ghouls and goblins

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What better way to dive into the Halloween spirit than by crafting some spine-tinglingly delicious treats with your kids? From creepy crawly cookies to ghoulishly good donuts, we’ve rounded up 13 spook-tacular recipes perfect for those eager little fingers.

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

Pumpkin Dump Cake

Pumpkin Dump Cake on a plate with whipped cream.
Pumpkin Dump Cake. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Ease meets elegance with this dessert. Kids will enjoy the simplicity of dumping ingredients together, while adults will love the rich, layered flavors that emerge after baking. It’s a win-win dessert, combining the warmth of pumpkin with the convenience of a no-fuss recipe. Perfect for any family gathering during the Halloween season!
Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Dump Cake

Pumpkin Pie Crescent Rolls

Pumpkin pie crescent rolls on a white plate.
Pumpkin Pie Crescent Rolls. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

These aren’t your typical crescent rolls! Perfect for little hands, kids can help stuff and roll these treats, brimming with rich pumpkin filling. With each bite, you’re transported straight into the cozy heart of fall. Perfect for those cool October evenings!
Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Pie Crescent Rolls

Candy Corn Cookies

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

Celebrate the iconic Halloween candy in cookie form! Children will adore embedding candy corn pieces into these soft cookies. The process is not only fun but results in a unique blend of textures and flavors that scream Halloween. Perfect for sharing… or maybe not!
Get the Recipe: Candy Corn Cookies

Halloween Cake Mix Cookies

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

Bring on the Halloween vibes with minimal effort! These cookies use a basic cake mix as their foundation, but they shine when children add their own sprinkle designs, resulting in a cookie that’s as vibrant and unique as their imagination. Every bite is buttery, chewy, and oh-so-seasonal.
Get the Recipe: Halloween Cake Mix Cookies

Halloween Dirt Cups

Halloween pudding dirt cup decorated with candy and cookies.
Halloween Dirt Cups. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Dive into a world of dessert imagination! These dirt cups blend creamy chocolate pudding with a crunchy cookie topping. But the real fun starts with the decorations – gummy worms, ethereal Cool Whip ghosts, and cookie tombstones turn each cup into a playful Halloween story. A treat that’s as fun to look at as it is to eat!
Get the Recipe: Halloween Dirt Cups

Halloween Sugar Cookie Bars

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

Picture a blank canvas, but make it delicious! These cookie bars offer a perfect base for children to unleash their creativity. From spreading the luscious frosting to scattering colorful Halloween sprinkles, kids will adore crafting (and munching on) their edible masterpieces.
Get the Recipe: Halloween Sugar Cookie Bars

Halloween Cake Mix Donuts

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

Donuts get a dramatic Halloween makeover! Simple to make yet impossible to resist, these donuts are all about letting kids express themselves. From the cake mix base to the spooky decorations, it’s a treat that invites fun, laughter, and, of course, a whole lot of eating.
Get the Recipe: Halloween Cake Mix Donuts

Halloween Pinwheel Cookies

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

Ready for a swirl of Halloween spirit? Children can weave some magic into the kitchen with these vivid black and orange cookies. Beyond their festive appearance, they offer a delightful taste sensation that’s perfect for Halloween gatherings. They’re as pleasing to the eye as they are to the taste buds!
Get the Recipe: Halloween Pinwheel Cookies

Candy Corn Fruit and Yogurt Parfait

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

Who said Halloween couldn’t be healthy? This parfait offers layers of sun-kissed mangoes and zesty oranges, beautifully mirroring the candy corn’s vibrant hues. Topped off with a generous dollop of creamy Greek yogurt, it’s a fresh, fruity treat that kids will love assembling and eating!
Get the Recipe: Candy Corn Fruit and Yogurt Parfait

Air Fryer Pumpkin Donuts

Air Fryer Pumpkin Donuts on a cooling rack.
Air Fryer Pumpkin Donuts. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Fall meets fast food with these donuts! Pumpkin and spice infuse these air-fried treats, offering a healthier spin on traditional donuts. Kids can play chef, mixing the dough and then gleefully dunking the final product into a dusting of pumpkin spice sugar. Delicious and festive!
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Pumpkin Donuts

Pumpkin Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

Pile of pumpkin oatmeal chocolate chip cookies with more in the background on a cooling rack.
Pumpkin Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Elevate the classic cookie with a dash of autumn! These treats combine hearty oats, rich pumpkin, and gooey chocolate chips. Kids can help mix and drop the batter, eagerly awaiting the moment they can grab these warm, aromatic cookies right from the oven. Perfect with a glass of milk on a chilly evening!
Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies

Halloween Candy Bark

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

Every bite is a mini Halloween party! This bark lets children dive into the world of dessert design, blending the creamy base with an assortment of candy corn and crunchy pretzels. The end result? A delightful treat that’s as much a visual feast as it is a tasty snack.
Get the Recipe: Halloween Candy Bark

Halloween Oreo Mummies

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

Mummies come alive in the sweetest way! These Oreos, dipped in molten chocolate and decorated with playful candy eyes, are a delightful activity for kids. Let their imagination run wild as they create their own Oreo mummy characters, ensuring every piece is unique.
Get the Recipe: Halloween Oreo Mummies

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