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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    Caramel Havarti

    1 review

    Havarti cheese is a wonderful dessert cheese and is made even better by pecans, caramel topping and apples. This recipe...


    Hot Chocolate Pumpkin Cake

    3 reviews

    Hot chocolate is my go-to winter indulgence. To go with it, I like this moist pumpkin cake dusted with cocoa...


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    Chocolate-Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars

    11 reviews

    I created this by taking my favorite cheesecake brownie recipe, which is about 40 years old, and kicking it up...


    Frosted Pumpkin Gems

    2 reviews

    If I don't hold back my four hungry sons (ages 6,5,4 and 2), they'll eat a third of the batch...


    Sausage-Stuffed Pumpkins

    10 reviews

    Baking a meal in a pumpkin is such a fun fall idea! To serve the dish, cut the pumpkin into...


    Pasta Squiggles with Pumpkin Sauce

    3 reviews

    My family loves this spiral pasta in a tasty pumpkin sauce. Make it for Halloween and call it Creepy-Crawly Noodles!...


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    Pumpkin Delight Magic Bars

    8 reviews

    My mother never wrote down her delightful recipes, so I created this recipe as a holiday tribute to her. They're...


    Pumpkin Soup

    30 reviews

    While it looks elegant and is an appealing addition to a holiday meal, this creamy soup is so simple to...

    Hot Holiday Cider

    1 review

    This slightly tart apple cider is perfect for a holiday open house. It fills the room with a wonderful aroma....


    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...


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    Spiced Pumpkin Coffee Shakes

    1 review

    The winter holidays are my favorite time of year, and this spiced pumpkin drink is one reason I love the...


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    Mummy-Wrapped Brie

    5 reviews

    You can assemble our baked Brie appetizer in advance and bake it right before the party. —Marion Lowery, Medford, Oregon


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    Apple Nachos

    21 reviews

    It doesn't get much easier than whipping together these colorful, crisp apple nachos. These nacho look-alikes will delight any guest...


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    Eyeball Cookies

    22 reviews

    All eyes will definitely be on these adorable cookies when they're set on any buffet table. I created them for...


    Homemade Butterscotch Pudding

    12 reviews

    Homemade pudding reminds me of my grandma and how she turned milk and eggs into creamy textures before my eyes....


    Sweet-and-Sour Sausages

    4 reviews

    A perfect buffet appetizer, these zesty links also make a great main course. I've prepared them so often that I...


    Original Brown Butter Refrigerator Cookies

    1 review

    I especially like these cookies because they’re quick and easy to prepare. I can mix them up in a few...

    Party Time Mini Cheeseburgers

    6 reviews

    Kids and adults alike will love the taste of these moist and mouthwatering mini burgers. Juiced up with pickle relish...


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    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...


    Pecan Cheese Logs

    2 reviews

    Monterey Jack, Colby and cream cheese come together with seasonings to create these logs that everyone will enjoy. Roll them...


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    Jack-o’-Lantern Cake

    4 reviews

    I pieced two fluted tube pan cakes together to make this gap-toothed grinner that will make the best-ever centerpiece at...


    Black Cat Cookies

    9 reviews

    Our children look forward to helping me bake these cute cat cookies each year. They've become experts at making the...


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    Spicy Skeleton Ribs

    1 review

    These ribs are sure to add kick to the party thanks to the haunting combination of spices. This can be...

    Thanksgiving Cake

    3 reviews

    Try out this Thanksgiving cake! You'll be glad you did—it will conjure up a host of smiles during...


    Pumpkin Ice Cream

    3 reviews

    This recipe really captures the flavor of fall. It's good with or without the gingersnaps.


    Autumn Stew

    3 reviews

    After our kids carve their Halloween pumpkins, I use the discarded pieces in this savory pumpkin stew. My family eagerly...


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    Candy Corn Cookies

    19 reviews

    Get a head start on these buttery cookies by shaping and chilling the homemade dough ahead of time. When you're...


    Roasted Autumn Vegetable Soup

    17 reviews

    Roasting sweet potatoes, carrots and parsnips brings out their best features. Blend them, and you have a warm, healthy soup...


    Mulled Merlot

    3 reviews

    This mulled wine recipe is sure to warm up your holiday guests! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen