Halloween Recipes

On Halloween, we’re much more into the treats than the tricks. With easy party ideas and fun Halloween recipes (both spooky and sweet!), you’ll scare up some rave reviews.

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    Spider Cupcakes

    2 reviews

    Spooky Spider Cupcakes are creepy—and easy! Make a chocolate cupcake into a spider by adding a half-marshmallow "body" under the...


    Chili Bread Bowl

    3 reviews

    Take game-day food to the next level by making this easy, fun chili bread bowl recipe for your next party.


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    Pumpkin Roll

    108 reviews

    This pumpkin roll recipe is great to keep in the freezer for a quick dessert for my family or unexpected...


    Gelatin Parfaits

    1 review

    Here's a quick, airy dessert so versatile, you can whip it up for almost any season or holiday-just by varying...


    Frosted Cookie Bouquet

    3 reviews

    If you're looking for an easy yet impressive cookie bouquet recipe, you've found it! In the spring, I cut these...


    Mousse-Filled Witches’ Hats

    4 reviews

    These cute chocolate-covered treats will magically disappear at your house. Prepare these sugar cones filled with a creamy homemade mousse...


    Almond Spritz Cookies

    11 reviews

    Indulge in the sweet, nutty flavor of almond spritz cookies—delicate, buttery treats that are as fun to make as they...


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    Barbecue Meatballs

    23 reviews

    Tender meatballs simmer in tangy barbecue sauce in this simple recipe for barbecue meatballs that make a rich accompaniment to...

    Party Franks

    3 reviews

    These tiny, tangy appetizers have broad appeal. I prepare them often for holiday gatherings, weddings and family reunions. They're convenient...


    Pumpkin Pecan Loaves

    27 reviews

    Among all my pumpkin bread recipes, this caramel-glazed creation is the pick of the crop. Often, I'll wrap up a...


    Halloween Punch

    1 review

    My bright orange sipper fits right in with October fun. To serve it in a festive way, I often put...


    Creepy Cupcakes

    With chocolate bodies and licorice legs, these cute spiders on cobwebs will "catch" attention fast! They're easy to scare up,...


    Orange Sherbet Party Punch

    3 reviews

    This punch is always a big hit with everyone. It's especially good for weddings and special parties where you have...


    Quick Ghost Cookies

    18 reviews

    Spruce up store-bought cookies for the holiday. These are a real hit with "goblins" of all ages. —Denise Smith, Lusk,...


    Cider Doughnuts

    8 reviews

    Here on our 1,250-acre farm, we usually have a quick breakfast on the go. So I often keep a batch...


    Chocolate Spiders

    4 reviews

    These spiders will spin plenty of excitement into your festivities. For more fun, just make the pudding ahead of time,...


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    Pumpkin Pie Spice

    15 reviews

    Our warm, sweet, autumnal pumpkin pie spice is made with just four ingredients.

    Ghostly Custards

    1 review

    You'll hear shrieks of delight when these not-so-spooky pumpkin custards appear for dessert. These ghosts will be gobbled up in...


    Halloween Witch Hats

    1 review

    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

    5 reviews

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


    Rocky Road Fudge

    11 reviews

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


    Swamp Juice a la Slime

    1 review

    The green goo oozing down the sides of the eerie wine glasses make this fruity beverage perfect for any Halloween...


    Aunt Ruth’s Famous Butterscotch Cheesecake

    21 reviews

    Aunt Ruth was our nanny when I was little and made this cheesecake often. Since it had to chill overnight, it...

    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

    1 review

    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...


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    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

    7 reviews

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