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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    Jack-o’-Lantern Sloppy Joe Pie

    10 reviews

    This sloppy joe pie is so much fun to do and kids love it! You'll never have to worry about...


    Cranberry BBQ Pulled Pork

    14 reviews

    Cranberry sauce adds a yummy twist to pulled pork, and my family can't get enough of it! The pork cooks...


    Scrumptious Sweet Potato Pie

    3 reviews

    There are many good sweet potato pies out there, but this one doesn't contain milk. It does have a splash...


    Acorn Squash & Pear Soup

    6 reviews

    This recipe was inspired by a stuffed acorn squash dish that my family loves. I took the flavors and turned...


    Orange Sweet Potato Pie with Ginger Streusel

    1 review

    Flecks of orange zest add a pleasant texture and zip to this classic sweet potato pie. Cook and mash the...


    Praline Sweet Potato Pie

    Adding a pleasant crunch, praline crumbles contrast perfectly with the smooth sweet potato filling in this recipe. It’s a fun,...


    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. —...


    Brownie Batter Dip

    13 reviews

    I’m all about the sweeter side of dips, and this brownie-batter variety fits in with my life’s philosophy: Chocolate makes...

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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...


    Jezebel Sauce

    6 reviews

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


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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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    Pumpkin Bars

    151 reviews

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


    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...


    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....


    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...


    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,...


    Slithering Hummus Bites

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

    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,...


    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...


    Roasted Butternut Squash Panzanella

    9 reviews

    Squash was a hard sell with my family until I paired it with pumpkin seeds, cranberries and horseradish. Now they...


    Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins

    85 reviews

    My sisters, brothers and I started cooking and baking when we were young. Mom was a very good teacher—she told...


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    Pumpkin Patch Biscuits

    26 reviews

    I got smart and started making double batches of these moist, fluffy biscuits to meet the demand. My dad loves...


    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...

    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...


    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...


    Thick Sugar Cookies

    9 reviews

    This thick and cakelike sugar cookie is similar to those sold at bakeries. My children often request these for their...


    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...


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    Pumpkin Bread

    173 reviews

    I keep my freezer stocked for our harvest crew with home-baked goodies like this deliciously spicy, easy pumpkin bread recipe....


    Vampire Killer Martini

    If you're going to hang with vampires, you're going to need a strong drink. This spicy vodka martini, with a...