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63 Halloween Treats To Spook Up Any Party

These recipes are equal parts trick and treat.

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mini hand pies decorated like ghosts
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

If you're planning a Halloween party, the truly legendary ones need two things: top-notch costumes and lots of themed decorations... food included. Spooky treats are the ultimate way to really keep the thrills coming, and we've got the scary, silly, pumpkin-filled, and candy-covered food recipes for any sort of get-together. These 63 scary-good treat ideas are a must at any Halloween party, whether you're hosting or heading to a friend's. Bring a bunch of witch finger cookies or zombie brain cupcakes, and you'll be in for a trick and a treat.

Some might say Team Delish takes Halloween a bit too seriously, and they'd be 100% right. Why not pack in all the thrills on arguably the most fun night of the year?! Getting to eat truly frighteningly good desserts (like blood drip cupcakes, dead velvet cake, and vampire poke cake) are the ultimate buy-one-get-one-free treat. Who knows, you might even be able to summon some spirits with our Ouija board cake too!

Feeling more treat than trick? No fear, we've got plenty of those recipes as well. Our It's The Great Bundt-kin, Charlie Brown cake is a must-bake for the season (kids and adults alike will freak out over how cute it is). Our recipes Hocus Pocus Binx cookies, Jack Skellington Oreo pops, and sorting hat cupcakes are perfect for a mellow night in rewatching those classic spooky movies.

Need more Halloween recipes? Check out our spooky Halloween appetizers, Halloween punch recipes, and Halloween cookies next!

1

Nightmare Before Christmas Fudge

rainbow swirled fudge
PHOTO: ROCKY LUTEN; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSON

A perfect Halloween (or Christmas, depending on which side of the debate you fall on!) treat, this fudge captures the essence of both holidays, just like the movie, The Nightmare Before Christmas. Sally Skellington comes to life in the form of this sweet, chocolatey, rich confection intermingled with multicolor to represent her iconic dress.

Get the Nightmare Before Christmas Fudge recipe.

2

Candy Apples

green apples with a red candy coating and a popsicle stick
PHOTO: RYAN LIEBE; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

While you’ve likely had them at orchards, state fairs, and the like, candy apples are a treat you can easily make at home. You only need a handful of ingredients, 30 minutes, and a candy thermometer to make these festive fall treats for every fall party or Halloween bash.

Get the Candy Apples recipe.

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3

Boo-Berry Pies

mini hand pies decorated like ghosts
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Knock knock! Who’s there? Ghost. Ghost who? Ghost over here and get yourself some of these boo-berry pies! We used store-bought blueberry jam and store-bought pie dough to make this recipe as user-friendly as possible (but if you're ambitious, feel free to make your own).

Get the Boo-Berry Pies recipe.

4

Halloween Chex Mix

a bowl of halloween themed chex mix with chex cereal, chocolate pretzels, reese's pieces, candy corn, and sweet potato chips
PHOTO: RYAN LIEBE; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

This Chex Mix recipe is perfect for Halloween parties, for pre-trick or treat snacking, or for using up your leftover candy. In honor of the holiday, this blend veers more toward the sweet side by using some more dessert-friendly components: chocolate-covered pretzels, cinnamon Teddy Grahams, and candy corn (naturally).

Get the Halloween Chex Mix recipe.

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5

Vampire Cupcakes

chocolate cupcakes topped with white icing and red lines
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

These moist chocolate cupcakes are filled with a gooey strawberry jelly “blood” center, topped with a fluffy, marshmallow-y frosting, and decorated to resemble Dracula’s iconic hairline. With a touch of red gel food color and chocolate cookie crumbs, these Halloween treats are sure to impress both the young and the young-at-heart.

Get the Vampire Cupcakes recipe.

6

Pizza-Stuffed Pumpkins

mini pumpkins made out of pizza dough stuffed with cheese
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Stuffed with creamy ricotta, baked to golden perfection, and brushed with garlic butter, this festive, pizza-inspired snack will surely be a hit. Serve alongside marinara, then dig in!

Get the Pizza-Stuffed Pumpkins recipe.

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7

Halloween Candy Bark

halloween candy bark
NAOMI ROBINSON

This white chocolate bark is probably the most simple from-scratch Halloween treat you can make. The best part? You could even add leftover Halloween candy to top this off!

Get the Halloween Candy Bark recipe.

8

Ghost S'mores Dip

s'mores dip with ghost marshmallows on top served with graham crackers
PHOTO: ROCKY LUTEN; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSON

This s'mores-inspired dip is the perfect dessert to throw together last minute. Graham crackers make for perfect dippers, but sliced apple, pretzels, or potato chips would certainly do the trick too. Even the kids can help with this scary-easy dessert!

Get the Ghost S'mores Dip recipe.

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9

Hocus Pocus-Inspired S'mores Pops

chocolate pops with candy eyes
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

You'll love these s'mores-inspired pops even more than Bette Midler loves her booooook! (Note: You'll need popsicle sticks and candy eyes to complete the look.).

Get the Hocus Pocus-Inspired S'mores Pops recipe.

10

Pumpkin Deviled Eggs

pumpkin deviled eggs

These adorable pumpkin deviled eggs are way easier to make than Jack-o'-lanterns! Paprika gives a wash of bold color, while a fresh chive (or snip of scallion) makes for the perfect stems.

Get the Pumpkin Deviled Eggs recipe.

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11

Zombie Brain Cupcakes

zombie brain cupcakes
Lucy schaeffer

Don’t just make plain old cupcakes for your next Halloween bash, make zombie brain cupcakes! They’re nothing more than a moist, chocolate cupcake with rich vanilla frosting, but some neon green food coloring and clever piping turn these into a super-festive, spooky treat. (Oh, and some blood red decorating gel—we're really getting into it.)

Get the Zombie Brain Cupcakes recipe.

12

Mini Pillsbury Cookie Cheesecakes

pumpkin pillsbury sugar cookies topped with mini cheesecakes
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSON

Combining the rich creaminess of cheesecake with the sweet buttery taste of Pillsbury sugar cookies, this not-so-scary recipe is perfect for parties, gatherings, or as a special dessert for the family. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, they’re a sweet way to embrace spooky season.

Get the Mini Pillsbury Cookie Cheesecakes recipe.

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13

Hocus Pocus Binx Cookies

hocus pocus binx cookies
PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER; FOOD STYLING: FRANCESCA ZANI

Hocus Pocus is a must-watch every year, and these adorable Binx cookies are in honor of the classic movie character. Black cocoa powder turns these chewy chocolate cookies a dark rich color, perfect for our favorite talking cat.

Get the Hocus Pocus Binx Cookies recipe.

14

Vampire Poke Cake

vampire poke cake
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Team Delish lives for cake—and Halloween—so a playfully spooky take on the traditional American poke cake is a natural fit for us. This soft, rich, almond buttermilk cake is infused with a tart cherry sauce (“blood”!) and topped off with a light, fluffy whipped cream for a dessert that’s equally tasty and scary.

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15

Witch Finger Cookies

witch finger cookies
RACHEL VANNI

Ghouls, goblins, and witches to the front, please! Spooky season is here, and we’re celebrating in style with these scary delicious witch finger cookies. A witch finger cookie is exactly what it sounds like: a shortbread cookie shaped into a severed finger and adorned with an almond nail and a bit of blood-red jam.

Get the Witch Finger Cookies recipe.

16

It's The Great Bundt-kin, Charlie Brown

two pumpkin bundt cakes stacked on each other, filled with candy corn, and decorated to look like a pumpkin
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: RILEY WOFFORD

Whether you’re throwing a Halloween bash and need a show-stopping centerpiece dessert, or just really love the Peanuts gang and want your pumpkin patch to be the most sincere, this is the cake for you—it’s the Great Pumpkin, er, Bundt-kin, Charlie Brown!

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17

Pumpkin Patch Brownies

brownies with pumpkin candies and green icing
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Pumpkin patch brownies turn a regular boxed brownie into the cutest fall dessert. Top with crushed Oreos for dirt and nestle candied pumpkins to look like they are growing from the ground! So simple yet so sweet!

Get the Pumpkin Patch Brownies recipe.

18

Ghost Pizza Bagels

ghost pizza bagels
Ethan Calabrese

The scariest thing about these pizza bagels is how fast we're going to eat them. 😉 We definitely recommend using a cookie cutter for the ghosts—try other shapes too if you got 'em!

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19

Caramel Crunch Bars

chocolate and caramel layered dessert bars
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Who can resist the allure of dark chocolate, caramel, and Rice Krispies? These caramel crunch bars are a world of irresistible layers where each bite is a symphony of sweet perfection. Whether treating yourself or sharing with friends, these decadent squares promise to satisfy every craving.

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Pumpkin Cheesecake Cookies

pumpkin cookies with a cheesecake filling
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDSERON

Get your pumpkin and cheesecake fix in one with these pumpkin-spiced cookies stuffed with a little surprise: cream cheese filling! The warming pumpkin spice cookies complement the creamy, tangy flavors of cheesecake, creating the most decadent cookie you'll have all season long.

Get the Pumpkin Cheesecake Cookies recipe.

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