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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    57 Make-Ahead Halloween Party Recipes

    These make-ahead Halloween party recipes will make getting ready for your spooky shindig a breeze. Think deviled eggs, pumpkin dip,...


    The Best 5-Ingredient Halloween Recipes

    Get into the spooky spirit with these easy Halloween recipes. From caramel apples to candied popcorn, you can whip up...


    30 of the Cutest (and Easiest) Halloween Cookies Ever

    Be the house to beat this season when you surprise trick and treaters with the most adorable Halloween cookies ever....


    Witches’ Fingers

    You don't need a cauldron to conjure these frightening fingers. They're a sweet-and-salty treat that's spookily easy to make. —Beth...


    66 Pumpkin Recipes for Halloween

    You might be too old for trick or treating, but not too old to create a festive looking dinner at...


    Chili Snack Mix

    5 reviews

    Barb Gustison of Quincy, Illinois writes, “I remember my mother making chili mix in place of cookies for bake sales....


    Monster Caramel Apples

    8 reviews

    Our Test Kitchen used Karen Ann Bland's delicious recipe for caramel apples and added fun ingredients to make these special...


    Worms for Brains

    3 reviews

    "This is a quick and easy Halloween dish my family has come to expect each year," says Julianna Tazzia from...

    Tombstone Treats

    My brother loves Rice Krispies squares, and my mom loves sugar cookies. I came up with a cute treat they'd...


    Golden Orange Cupcakes

    7 reviews

    Citrus lovers will vow they've gone to cupcake heaven when they sample this recipe. To up the sunny flavor, add...


    Cheddar Bread Twists

    1 review

    These quick-to-fix bread sticks are light and flaky, with a little crunch. Serve the cheesy twists as a side dish...


    Makeover Moist Carrot Cake

    3 reviews

    One sweet bite of this heavenly carrot cake and you'll be on cloud nine. Not only is the cake moist...


    Best Carrot Cake

    8 reviews

    After a bite of this, you'll be on cloud nine. I love to bake this moist carrot cake recipe for...


    Gingersnap-Pumpkin Dessert

    9 reviews

    I've never quite gotten the hang of making a good pie crust. So I came up with this recipe, featuring...


    Homemade Pumpkin Ice Cream

    9 reviews

    Folks who favor the flavor of pumpkin really need to try this spiced pumpkin ice cream recipe. But be prepared...


    Chocolate Peanut Butter Frosting

    12 reviews

    Chocolate and peanut butter are such an enjoyable combination. This delicious chocolate peanut butter frosting makes a satisfying topping to...


    Spooky Gelatin Bubble Cupcakes

    It's so much fun to make these and decorate with them! Bubbles can be made weeks ahead. Turn them into...

    Trick-or-Treat Turnovers

    4 reviews

    How cute! Marge Free of Brandon, Mississippi carved these clever pumpkin pastries to feed her hungry bunch at Halloween. The...


    Hot Cider

    5 reviews

    I dress up apple cider using lemonade, orange juice, honey and spices for a new version of the classic fall...


    Gingered Pumpkin Bisque

    11 reviews

    Every spoonful of this pretty pumpkin soup hints of autumn. Serve it as the first course at your special, sit-down...


    Slow-Cooked Applesauce

    4 reviews

    My sweet and chunky applesauce is a perfect snack or side dish with your favorite entree. Because it's prepared in...


    Glazed Apple Dumplings

    1 review

    A flaky, crisp crust hides a moist, tender apple in this Dumpling sent by Roger Slivon from Genesee Depot, Wisconsin....


    Pumpkin Snack Mix

    14 reviews

    This yummy mix is so munchable, a bowl of it never lasts long. Feel free to use candy corn instead...

    Jack-o’-Lantern Pizzas

    Set out a variety of toppings and let the kids decorate their pumpkin-head pizzas. It will be so much fun...


    Orange Pineapple Smoothies

    Apricot nectar is the secret ingredient in these delightfully light smoothies. Find it in small cans in your store’s juice...


    Purple-Ribbon Pumpkin Cake

    19 reviews

    I belong to a Christmas village collectors' club and we all bring a potluck dish to our monthy meetings. The...


    Citrus Cider Punch

    I share this refreshing punch recipe with people who visit our apple cider mill. It's perfect for autumn and holiday...


    Caramel Havarti

    1 review

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


    Sweet Spiced Caramel Apples

    5 reviews

    “I love caramel apples and this is my favorite variation. It also makes a delicious gift for loved ones all...