
Spiderweb Brownies
To decorate these moist brownies for Halloween, I drizzle a chocolate spiderweb on their white icing. They're so delicious and...


Pumpkin Spice Cake
We sometimes call this pumpkin spice cake "Thanksgiving Cake" because it's a tasty alternative to pie, but we don't relegate...

Halloween Pizza
"I like to perk up Halloween -- or any occasion -- by having the grandkids make these special pizzas," relates...

Halloween Witch Hats
Kids of all ages love finding the cake inside these cute cones. They're great for class parties. —Betsy King, Duluth,...

Marty’s Bean Burger Chili
My husband and I met while working the dinner shift at a homeless shelter that served my chili. I’ve revised...

Rocky Road Fudge
Every bite of rocky road fudge has salty peanuts, pockets of chewy marshmallows and smooth, creamy chocolate.

Frankenstein Boo-ritos
Chicken makes these burritos super kid-friendly, and it doesn't get a lot simpler than putting them together. —Clara Coulson Minney,...

Spooky Shepherd’s Pie
Don't worry, these ghosts are the friendly kind. Ready-to-go veggies and gravy make this meal prep fast. —Paula Zsiray, Logan,...

Bewitched Chili
One pot and thirty minutes—yes, please. Kids and grown-ups love this warm-you-up chili for Halloween. —Janice Westmoreland, Brooksville, Florida

Halloween Chocolate Cookie Pops
Our children look forward to making these cute cookies each year. They've become experts at making silly faces with little...


Halloween Peanut Butter Cookie Pops
A miniature candy bar is hidden inside these fun pops. Colored frosting and candy faces make these addicting cookie pops...

Mocha Pumpkin Seeds
Roasted pumpkin seeds are a classic fall snack. Kick them up a notch with instant coffee and cocoa powder for...


Apple Cider Doughnuts
A batch of these apple cider doughnuts will have you feeling like it's peak fall season, no matter the time...


Pumpkin Delight Magic Bars
My mother never wrote down her delightful recipes, so I created this recipe as a holiday tribute to her. They're...

Apple-Almond Bake
When my children were young, they loved this apple dessert—and they still do 45 years later! I like it served...

Vanilla Citrus Cider
My mom used to make cider for the holidays, so I based my citrus-vanilla variation on her recipe. I think...

Spiced Apple Cheesecake
When you live in apple country, you get the privilege of selecting the apples and recipes you want for year-round...

Pumpkin Pie Smoothies
My pie-flavored smoothie is loaded with fruit. The spices make it all come together. —Karen Sikora, Dayton, Nevada

Witches’ Brew
Stir up some Halloween beverages that are as bewitching as the rest of your menu. Omit the vodka for a...

Jack Skellington Pops
Cake mix makes quick work of these cake pops decorated to look like Jack the Pumpkin King from The Nightmare...

Bones & Blood
Like a zombie, you'll be desperate for more of these bone-shaped cookies and dip. Fight nicely over them—no biting! —Taste...

Thing
Every host needs an extra hand to put on a good party. Our tribute to the Addams Family character guarantees...

Black & White Spider Cookies
Those eight-legged creatures aren't so creepy when you turn them into cookies. Make these treats any time of year—just skip...

Butternut Squash Butter
Looking for a tasty way to use up those pumpkins and have a wonderful gift during the holidays? My pumpkin...

Carrot Soup with Orange & Tarragon
A pretty orange color, a delicious hint of citrus and a garden-fresh flavor make this soup a requested dish at...

Gingerbread Pancakes with Apple Topping
I grew up eating these every Christmas morning. When the smell of spices reached our rooms, we knew the big...

Swirled Raspberry & Chocolate Cheesecake
One secret to a lighter, fluffier cheesecake? Use the foaming power of eggs. When you beat egg whites to stiff...

Whoopie Cookies
I don’t always have time to make whoopie pies from scratch, so I tweaked a cake mix recipe to create...

Tom Turkeys
With a little prep work by Mom or Dad, these make a great before-or after-dinner craft project for the kids...