7 Creative Halloween Food Ideas

Written by
Marie LeBaron
Marie LeBaron is an expert on crafts and home DIY. She is the founder of MakeandTakes.com.
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Marie LeBaron
Updated 09/09/20

Halloween is right around the corner. Whether you have a Halloween party, a child's classroom party, or just a night at home with your family- these creative Halloween food ideas will be perfect for any occasion. All of these ideas take minutes to prepare and the final product is "to die for".

  • 01 of 07

    Halloween Mummy Apple Sauce Snack

    Halloween Mummy Apple Sauce Snack
    See Vanessa Craft

    My kids love these apple sauce pouches. Turn them into mummies with some crepe paper and googly eyes! Super fun idea. This is an easy idea that can be made for those last minute engagements when you need to bring a plate of food!

  • 02 of 07

    Rice Krispie Treat Monsters

    Monster rice krispie treat recipe

    The Spruce Eats / Julia Hartbeck

    These Rice Krispie treat monsters are silly, colorful, and delicious! Take these Halloween treats to your child's classroom party for a big hit with the little ones.

  • 03 of 07

    Ghost Pretzels

    Ghost Pretzels
    Dessert Now, Dinner Later

    I am loving these creative ghost pretzel treats. Dip pretzels in white chocolate, add eyes, and you've got the perfect Halloween snack for a party. Just try not to eat them all in one sitting!

  • 04 of 07

    Mini Monster Cheese Balls

    Mini Monster Cheese Balls
    Hungry Happenings

    Yummy mini cheese balls that look like monsters are a great food idea to bring to a Halloween party. Get creative and make these monsters look mean, silly, happy, or sad by changing the shape of their mouths.

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  • 05 of 07

    Jack o' Lantern Cookie Lollipops

    Jack o' Lantern Cookie Lollipops
    Make and Takes

    Your kiddos will have a lot of fun making these pumpkin lollipops in the kitchen. Add different candy toppings for the jack o' lantern look.

  • 06 of 07

    Graveyard Chocolate Cheesecake Dip

    Graveyard Chocolate Cheesecake Dip
    Well Plated

    This cheesecake dip will be a crowd pleaser at your next Halloween party. Turn vanilla chocolate sandwich cookies into little R.I.P. tombstones. I love how easy and cute this dessert idea is!

  • 07 of 07

    Dirt Dessert Recipe

    Pudding dirt cup

    The Spruce 

    Your kids will love making this disgusting yet delicious Halloween treat. Don't stop with gummi worms, try all kinds of gummi insects and other candy creepies.