Planning a Halloween bash for a crowd can be spooky enough without the stress of complicated recipes. That’s why we’ve gathered 15 quick and easy snack ideas that are perfect for your Halloween party. These snacks are easy to make, tasty, and guaranteed to keep your guests entertained between their haunted fun.
Contents
- 1 Monster Eyeball Pizzas
- 2 Mummy Hot Dogs
- 3 Spooky Cheese and Cracker Spiders
- 4 Ghostly Popcorn Balls
- 5 Witch Hat Cookies
- 6 Bat Pretzels
- 7 Pumpkin Deviled Eggs
- 8 Creepy Jello Worms
- 9 Jack-O’-Lantern Veggie Cups
- 10 Ghostly Mini Donuts
- 11 Monster Mouth Apple Slices
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- 13 14 Healthier Alternatives to Your Kids’ Favorite Foods
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Monster Eyeball Pizzas
For these spooky Monster Eyeball Pizzas, you’ll need English muffins, pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, black olives, and pepperoni. Split the English muffins in half, then spread a layer of pizza sauce on each half. Top with mozzarella cheese and place a slice of pepperoni in the center of each muffin to resemble an eyeball. Cut black olives into rings and put one on top of the pepperoni to complete the eye. Bake at 350°F for 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted. These mini pizzas are perfect for a crowd and bring the Halloween spirit to your snack table.
Mummy Hot Dogs
Mummy Hot Dogs are a fun and easy Halloween treat that will have your guests coming back for more. Grab a pack of hot dogs, crescent roll dough, and some mustard or ketchup for eyes. Wrap each hot dog in thin strips of crescent roll dough, leaving small gaps for the “eyes.” Bake in the oven at 375°F for about 12 minutes or until golden brown. Once done, add small dots of mustard or ketchup for eyes. These mummies are adorable, delicious, and ideal for feeding a crowd.
Spooky Cheese and Cracker Spiders
To make Spooky Cheese and Cracker Spiders, you’ll need round crackers, cream cheese, pretzel sticks, and black olives. Spread a layer of cream cheese on one cracker, then place another cracker on top to make a sandwich. Break pretzel sticks in half and insert them into the sides of the crackers to form spider legs. Slice black olives into small pieces and place them on top to make eyes. These cheesy spiders are easy to make and add a creepy, delicious touch to your snack table.
Ghostly Popcorn Balls
For a fun, sweet snack, make Ghostly Popcorn Balls using popped popcorn, melted marshmallows, and chocolate chips for the eyes. Start by melting marshmallows in a large pot, then stir in the popcorn until fully coated. Shape the popcorn mixture into small balls and let them cool on a lined baking sheet. Once they’ve hardened, use chocolate chips to create ghostly faces by sticking them into the popcorn balls as eyes and mouths. These tasty ghost treats are a hit with kids and adults alike.
Witch Hat Cookies
Witch Hat Cookies are a festive, no-bake option that’s perfect for any Halloween party. All you need are chocolate wafer cookies, Hershey’s Kisses, and a tube of orange frosting. Place a dab of orange frosting on the bottom of each Hershey’s Kiss and press it onto the center of the wafer cookie to create the hat. Use more frosting to pipe around the base of the kiss for extra decoration. These easy cookies will look great on your snack table and are sure to disappear fast.
Bat Pretzels
Bat Pretzels are a salty-sweet treat your guests will love. For this recipe, you’ll need mini pretzels, chocolate chips, and candy eyes. Start by melting the chocolate chips in the microwave or on the stove. Dip each pretzel into the melted chocolate, making sure it’s fully coated. Place the pretzels on a baking sheet and quickly add candy eyes while the chocolate is still warm. Let the pretzels cool in the fridge until the chocolate hardens. These bat-shaped treats are both fun and tasty for a Halloween party.
Pumpkin Deviled Eggs
To make Pumpkin Deviled Eggs, start by boiling a dozen eggs. Once cooled, peel the eggs and cut them in half, removing the yolks. Mash the yolks with mayonnaise, mustard, and a bit of paprika for color. Spoon the mixture back into the egg whites, using a fork to create pumpkin-like ridges on the yolk mixture. Finish by adding a small piece of chive at the top for the pumpkin stem. These festive deviled eggs are both cute and savory, making them a crowd-pleaser.
Creepy Jello Worms
Creepy Jello Worms are sure to get a reaction from your guests! You’ll need red gelatin, straws, and whipped cream. Prepare the gelatin as instructed on the package, then pour it into a container of straws that have been bundled together. Let the gelatin set in the fridge for a few hours. Once set, squeeze the jello worms out of the straws and serve them in a dish with a layer of crushed cookies or whipped cream to mimic dirt. These creepy worms look gross but taste delicious!
Jack-O’-Lantern Veggie Cups
For a healthier option, try Jack-O’-Lantern Veggie Cups. Grab clear plastic cups, baby carrots, celery sticks, and ranch dip. Draw Jack-O’-Lantern faces on the cups using a black marker. Fill each cup with baby carrots and celery sticks, leaving space at the top for a small cup of ranch dip. These veggie cups are easy to make, fun to serve, and a great way to balance out all the sugary treats at your Halloween party.
Ghostly Mini Donuts
For Ghostly Mini Donuts, pick up a pack of plain mini donuts and candy eyes. Use melted white chocolate or icing to coat the donuts, making sure they are fully covered. Before the chocolate or icing hardens, place candy eyes in the center of each donut. Let them sit until the coating is set, and you have cute little ghost faces. These no-bake treats are simple, sweet, and perfect for any Halloween party.
Monster Mouth Apple Slices
Monster Mouth Apple Slices are a fun and healthy snack. Slice green apples into wedges, then spread peanut butter on one side of each slice. Stick two apple slices together with mini marshmallows in the middle to resemble teeth. Add a sliced strawberry tongue or almond slivers for fangs. These apple bites are easy to make, full of flavor, and perfect for balancing out the sugary treats at your Halloween party.
This article originally appeared on RetailShout.
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