Halloween Treats & Recipe Ideas to Delight Ghouls & Goblins

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Halloween is just around the corner, and it isn’t just about the costumes and the scares—it’s also about the sugar and Halloween treats! Whether you’re hosting a Halloween party or just want to surprise your family with some festive goodies, these Halloween recipes are going to bring the sweet side out of your sour patch kids.

Table of Contents

1. Witch’s Finger Cookies
2. Ghostly Meringues
3. Pumpkin Patch Brownies
4. Monster Rice Krispie Treats
5. Witch’s Brew Punch
6. Mummy Hot Dogs
7. Monster Eyeball Cake Pops
8. Spooky Spider Cookies

1. Witch’s Finger Cookies

Start off your Halloween feast with these Witch’s Finger Cookies that look eerily realistic. They’re as tasty as they are terrifying! These would be fun to serve with a “Witch’s’ Coven” party theme. To get Halloween party theme inspiration check out my “12 Spooky & Fun Halloween Party Themes” post! It’s a fun one!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon almond extract
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 3/4 cups flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup whole almonds
• Red decorating gel

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, beat together butter, sugar, egg, and extracts until creamy.
2. Mix in flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
3. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
4. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
5. Roll dough into finger-shaped cookies.
6. Press an almond into one end to resemble a fingernail.
7. Use a knife to make knuckle marks.
8. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until lightly golden.
9. Cool and decorate with red gel around the almond for a bloody effect.

2. Ghostly Meringues

Light, airy, and spooktacular, these Ghostly Meringues are the perfect addition to your Halloween dessert table.

Ingredients:

• 4 large egg whites
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Chocolate chips for eyes

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 200°F (93°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form.
3. Gradually add sugar, one tablespoon at a time, until stiff peaks form.
4. Add vanilla extract and beat until combined.
5. Spoon meringue into a piping bag and pipe ghost shapes onto the prepared baking sheet.
6. Use chocolate chips to create eyes.
7. Bake for 1.5 to 2 hours until meringues are dry and crisp.
8. Let cool completely before serving.

4. Pumpkin Patch Brownies (Super Easy)

Brownies are a crowd favorite, and these Pumpkin Patch Brownies bring a festive twist to the classic treat.

Ingredients:

• 1 box of brownie mix
• 1 Can (15 Oz) of Pumpkin Puree (Not Pumkin Pie Filling)
• Frosting (Optional)
• Candy pumpkins (Optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven and prepare brownie mix with one can pumpkin puree. Do not add any other ingredients listed on the brownie box
2. Pour brownie batter into a greased baking pan and bake as directed.
3. Let brownies cool completely.
4. Cut brownies into squares and pipe green frosting to create vines.
5. Place a candy pumpkin on top of each brownie.

Note to Self: You CAN lick the mixing spoon because there’s no raw eggs. – Welcome!

5. Monster Rice Krispie Treats

These Monster Rice Krispie Treats are monstrously fun and easy to make. Perfect for a last-minute Halloween snack!

Ingredients:

• 6 cups Rice Krispies cereal
• 4 cups mini marshmallows
• 3 tablespoons butter
• Food coloring (green, purple, orange)
• Candy eyes
• Chocolate melts

Instructions:

1. In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt butter and marshmallows in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
2. Divide mixture into separate bowls and add different food colorings.
3. Stir in Rice Krispies cereal until evenly coated.
4. Press mixtures into a greased baking pan and let set.
5. Cut into squares and decorate with candy eyes and melted chocolate.

1. Witch’s Brew Punch

Concoct a witch’s brew that’s as tasty as it is terrifying. This punch combines lime sherbet, lemon-lime soda, and pineapple juice for a fizzy, frothy delight. Add in some gummy worms for that extra spooky touch. This drink would be perfect to serve at any Halloween party! Guests can grab a sip in between all of the “Family-Friendly Halloween Activities & Crafts”.

Ingredients:

• Lime sherbet
• Lemon-lime soda
• Pineapple juice
• Gummy worms

Instructions:

1. Scoop lime sherbet into a punch bowl.
2. Pour in lemon-lime soda and pineapple juice.
3. Stir gently until combined.
4. Add gummy worms on top for a creepy garnish.

2. Mummy Hot Dogs

These mummy hot dogs are sure to be a hit with the little monsters at your party. They’re easy to make and absolutely adorable.

Ingredients:

• Hot dogs
• Crescent roll dough
• Mustard or ketchup (for eyes)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven according to crescent roll package instructions.
2. Wrap each hot dog with strips of crescent roll dough, leaving a small gap for the face.
3. Bake until golden brown.
4. Dot on mustard or ketchup for eyes.

3. Monster Eyeball Cake Pops

Nothing says Halloween like monster eyeball cake pops. These creepy treats are almost too fun to eat—almost.

Ingredients:

• Cake mix (and necessary ingredients)
• Frosting
• White chocolate melting wafers
• Candy eyeballs
• Food coloring (optional)

Instructions:

1. Bake cake according to package instructions and let cool.
2. Crumble cake into a bowl and mix with frosting until it reaches a dough-like consistency.
3. Form into balls and chill in the freezer.
4. Melt white chocolate wafers and dip cake balls to coat.
5. Press a candy eyeball onto each pop before the coating hardens.
6. Optional: Use food coloring to add extra creepy details.

4. Spooky Spider Cookies

Spin a web of deliciousness with these spooky spider cookies. They’re as fun to make as they are to eat.

Ingredients:

• Peanut butter cookies
• Chocolate truffles
• Melted chocolate
• Candy eyes

Instructions:

1. Bake or buy peanut butter cookies.
2. Place a chocolate truffle in the center of each cookie while still warm.
3. Use melted chocolate to draw spider legs around the truffle.
4. Attach candy eyes with a dab of melted chocolate.

Get into the spooky spirit, my creepy culinary comrades, and let the Halloween baking begin. Whether you’re making Witch’s Finger Cookies that look disturbingly realistic or Mummy Hot Dogs that will make everyone laugh, these recipes are sure to add a touch of spooky fun to your celebration.

Remember to share your creations and let us know which Halloween recipes were a hit at your party. Happy haunting, and happy baking!

Mum Nom Nommy,

Anna

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