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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    Rich Hot Chocolate

    1 review

    Each winter in early February my friends and I gather for an outdoor show called Mittenfest. We skip the Bloody...


    Frozen Pumpkin Mousse Pie

    3 reviews

    The fluffed filling in this mouthwatering pie forms beautiful peaks and is nutmeg-colored. Rich and creamy, this popular dessert tastes...


    Easy Peanut Butter & Pretzel Pie

    9 reviews

    My crispy, salty pretzel crust just begs for a creamy no-bake peanut butter filling and a layer of chocolate ganache....


    Easy Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bars

    7 reviews

    This dessert is super easy to pull together, and the flavorful results will win you nothing but rave reviews. —...


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    Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

    23 reviews

    My son taught me how to make hummus, which is a tasty and healthy alternative to calorie-filled dips. Fresh roasted...


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    Contest-Winning Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread

    80 reviews

    A touch of cinnamon helps blend the flavors in this tender pumpkin chocolate chip bread. And since the recipe makes...


    Streusel Pumpkin Muffins

    18 reviews

    These pumpkin streusel muffins are a great accompaniment to any meal—or try them for breakfast, dessert or a snack. The...


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    Pumpkin Cheesecake

    27 reviews

    When I was young we produced several ingredients for this pumpkin cheesecake on the farm. We raised pumpkins in our...

    Spiced Pumpkin-Swirl Cheesecake

    8 reviews

    I have to give my husband credit for this cheesecake. He found a recipe like it and asked if I...


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    Pumpkin Tartlets

    5 reviews

    Refrigerated pie crust and a muffin tin make it easy to create these delicious spiced pumpkin tartlets. Dollop with whipped...


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    Double-Layer Pumpkin Pie

    3 reviews

    This no-bake pumpkin pie includes a delicious cream cheese layer. It's a terrific make-ahead dessert because it needs to refrigerate...


    Bistro Turkey Calzone

    3 reviews

    Turkey, cheddar, bacon and apple harmonize in a sandwich that's perfect for a harvest meal. —DonnaMarie Ryan, Topsfield, Massachusetts


    Traditional Pumpkin Pie

    19 reviews

    Usually I prepare two different desserts for our holiday dinner, but one of them must be pumpkin pie—otherwise, it just...


    Orange Gelatin Pretzel Salad

    29 reviews

    Salty pretzels pair nicely with the sweet fruit in this refreshing layered salad. It’s a family favorite that is a...


    Sweet ‘n’ Tangy Carrots

    22 reviews

    With an irresistible brown sugar-mustard sauce, these simple simmered carrots bring bright flavor and color to the table. —Paula Zsiray,...


    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,...


    Slithering Hummus Bites

    Friends often ask me to make my hummus dip for parties. One year at Halloween, I decided to take it...

    Jezebel Sauce

    6 reviews

    Typically called a Jezebel sauce, this sweet, fruity topping has an underlying bite from horseradish. It pairs well with cream...


    Nana’s Rocky Road Fudge

    12 reviews

    We make rocky road-style fudge every Christmas, but why wait until the holidays for a recipe this good? —Ashley Berry,...


    Vanilla Wafer Cookies

    40 reviews

    These buttery cookies bake up chewy and crispy at the same time. Sprinkle these vanilla wafers with colored sugar or...


    Shari’s Extra-Spicy Gingersnaps

    1 review

    My family loves spicy foods. I created this recipe so we could even enjoy some spicy heat in a cookie....


    Fresh Pumpkin Soup

    11 reviews

    This appealing soup harvests the fall flavors of just-picked pumpkins and tart apples and is sure to warm you up...


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    Pumpkin Bars

    151 reviews

    Pumpkin bars with cream cheese frosting are the ultimate fall treat. But my family likes them so much, they ask...

    Chocolate-Dipped Orange Cookies

    10 reviews

    These tender cookies are pretty to look at—and the combination of cream cheese, orange, chocolate and almonds makes them almost...


    Almond Spritz Cookies

    11 reviews

    This almond spritz cookies recipe can be left plain or decorated with colored sugar and frosting. In our house, it...


    Cheese & Pumpkin-Filled Manicotti

    17 reviews

    Our family adores autumn and anything to do with pumpkins! This warm, comforting recipe is so easy to put together...


    Savory Pumpkin Ravioli

    6 reviews

    This pumpkin ravioli recipe may sound complicated, but if you organize yourself, it really isn't. The result will be pure...


    Southern Sweet Potato Pie

    37 reviews

    This Mississippi sweet potato pie is very popular in the South. It's a particular favorite at our house because we...


    Apple-Cherry Cream Cheese Pie

    1 review

    A layer of sweetened cream cheese topped with a tart fruit filling makes this pie popular with family, friends and...