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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    Maple Crunch Popcorn

    2 reviews

    For a snack that's sure to bring smiles, try this medley of popcorn and pecans covered in a sweet and...


    Apple Crisp Muffins

    23 reviews

    Waking up to the smell of apple muffins will start your family’s day off right. Cream cheese filling makes them...


    Halloween Pretzel Treats

    1 review

    Sweet and salty snack sticks: What's not to love? An added bonus—these treats can easily be customized for any holiday....


    Kids’ Favorite Pumpkin Seeds

    15 reviews

    My kids love these pumpkin seeds and want them every fall. A little bit of pulp in the mix really...


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    Peanut Butter Custard Blast

    43 reviews

    "Ooey, gooey, great!" is how friends and family describe this chocolate-peanut butter dessert. I appreciate the make-ahead convenience. —Marilee Evenson,...


    Roasted Red Pepper Bread

    2 reviews

    These savory loaves are moist, tender and loaded with flavor from grated Parmesan cheese and roasted sweet red peppers. They're...


    Sausage & Rice Stuffed Pumpkins

    1 review

    My children often request this dish. It also adds a great "wow" factor to a festive buffet table.—Andria Peckham, Lowell,...


    Frankenstein Cupcakes

    13 reviews

    For your Halloween party, these cupcakes are sure to impress all of your guests. They will disappear as soon as...

    Pumpkin Gnocchi in Sage Butter

    8 reviews

    For a delicious autumn spin on an Italian classic, try this hearty, seasonal gnocchi. Sage and garlic butter sauce complements...


    Wild Rice and Mushroom Soup

    5 reviews

    Rich and comforting, wild rice and mushroom soup is a great go-to for a hearty weekday lunch or dinner. If...


    Pumpkin Toffee Trifle

    I wanted to use pumpkin for a quick party dessert. This twist on a cream cheese pie tastes divine when...


    Warm Sticky Toffee Pudding

    3 reviews

    This rich dessert is not pudding in the American sense of the word. The moist, spiced cake is loaded with...


    Hot Apple Pie Drink

    A perfect holiday drink for adults, these are simple and fun to make.—Taste Recipes Test Kitchen, Greendale, Wisconsin


    Autumn Leaves Cupcakes

    10 reviews

    Miniature leaf-shaped cookie cutters make it easy to create this autumn leaves scene atop any one of your favorite cupcake...


    Eyes On You

    4 reviews

    Look out! This crazy cupcake only has eyes for you. Don't worry though, he's delicious!
    —Karen Tack, Riverside, Connecticut


    Purple People-Eater

    5 reviews

    This googly-eyed cupcake will get tongues wagging! Pretzels, marshmallows and candy help this monster come to life. —Karen Tack, Riverside,...


    Green-Eyed Monster

    14 reviews

    Don't be jealous! Just about anyone can make this cute green guy with a little frosting, candy and imagination.
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    Spiced Apple Cheesecake

    4 reviews

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


    Pumpkin Pie Smoothies

    1 review

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


    Squirmy Wormy Sandwiches

    12 reviews

    My sister and I came up with this recipe while thinking of spooky, ghoulish foods for a Halloween party. You...


    Ghoul Punch

    12 reviews

    I make this Halloween punch recipe for my son's birthday party every year. It's always a hit with the kids—they...


    Halloween Eyeball Appetizer

    9 reviews

    Keep your eyes peeled for fun with these deviled eggs full of flavor and crowd appeal. They make the perfect...


    Jack-o’-Lantern Sloppy Joe Pie

    10 reviews

    This sloppy joe pie is so much fun to do and kids love it! You'll never have to worry about...

    Gruesome Green Toes

    4 reviews

    With only four ingredients and no baking, you'll be in and out of the kitchen in no time with this...


    Ogre Eyes Hot Cocoa

    10 reviews

    Here's looking at you! Halloween guests of all ages will get a kick out of this eerie "vision" staring back...


    Li’l Lips

    4 reviews

    My kids just loved helping put the marshmallow "teeth" between the apple slices when I made these years ago. I...


    Chili-Filled Coffin

    3 reviews

    Here's an easy main dish that's cute enough to double as a Halloween table centerpiece! The hearty meatless chili is...


    Bat Cupcakes

    9 reviews

    Even my adult children love these Halloween cupcakes! We serve them every year at our pumpkin-carving party. You can also...


    Creepy Crawly Cupcakes

    2 reviews

    These cupcakes are so fun to whip up and eat! It looks like the worms are crawling out of dirt....