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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    Popcorn Owls

    Sweet and chewy popcorn balls are a "hoot" when they're formed into wide-eyed owls perfect for a Halloween party. They...


    Chocolate Caramel Apples

    Caramel apples get dressed up for this harvesttime holiday with chocolate, nuts and toffee bits. Cut into wedges, these scrumptious...


    Cream-Filled Pumpkin Cupcakes

    Here's a charming use for pumpkin. Bursting with flavor and plenty of eye-catching appeal, these sweet and spicy filled cupcakes...


    Sweet and Salty Chex Mix

    This twist on a party mix features both salty and sweet flavors for a wonderful snacking experience! Soy sauce, garlic...


    Butterscotch Coffee

    This easy butterscotch coffee recipe is perfect for a chilly fall morning, a sweet afternoon pick-me-up or a cozy holiday...


    Hot Spiced Cider

    Next time you're entertaining, stir up a batch of this nicely spiced apple cider. The wonderful aroma will make your...


    Caramel Thumbprint Cookies

    If you want a thick, chewy cookie that's loaded with chocolate flavor and smooth caramel, these caramel thumbprint cookies are...


    Licorice Caramels

    Fans of black licorice won't be able to stop eating these gooey caramels. I appreciate their ease of preparation. —Donna...

    Caramel Marshmallow Treats

    I created this candy by combining my husband's favorite cookie recipe and my mom's caramel dip. These sweets really appeal...


    Striped Chocolate Popcorn

    For a bake sale last year, I wanted to try something different. I’d seen chocolate popcorn in a candy shop...


    Caramel Apple Cheesecake

    This caramel apple cheesecake will bring back nostalgic memories of your childhood visits to the fair. This version is all...


    Marshmallow Witches

    Get ready for an assembly line, because these no-bake marshmallow witches are easy to prepare, and kids will love helping....


    Halloween Poke Cake

    This cute cake will make your favorite trick-or-treaters smile with delight when you serve it on Halloween. The moist marble...


    Carrot Cake Doughnuts

    For an easy doughnut recipe which everyone will love, I make these doughnuts. I love carrot cake so I wanted...


    Mousse-Filled Witches’ Hats

    These cute chocolate-covered treats will magically disappear at your house. Prepare these sugar cones filled with a creamy homemade mousse...


    Pumpkin Pie Dip

    Pumpkin pie dip combines the creamy goodness of pumpkin and cream cheese with the warm spices of fall in a...


    Frosted Cookie Bouquet

    If you're looking for an easy yet impressive cookie bouquet recipe, you've found it! In the spring, I cut these...

    Gelatin Parfaits

    Here's a quick, airy dessert so versatile, you can whip it up for almost any season or holiday-just by varying...


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    Pumpkin Roll

    This pumpkin roll recipe is great to keep in the freezer for a quick dessert for my family or unexpected...


    Chili Bread Bowl

    Take game-day food to the next level by making this easy, fun chili bread bowl recipe for your next party.


    Spider Cupcakes

    Spooky Spider Cupcakes are creepy—and easy! Make a chocolate cupcake into a spider by adding a half-marshmallow "body" under the...


    Great Pumpkin Brownie

    Our kids beg for these big brownies every year. I just bake brownie batter in a pizza pan, spread with...


    Butterfinger Cheesecake

    I am a cheesecake fanatic! When I found this recipe featuring Butterfinger candy bars, I knew it was for me....

    “Boo”-rrific Kisses

    The Taste of Home Test Kitchen turned cute meringue cookies into these whimsical kisses, perfect for Halloween. With just 15...


    Bloodshot Eyeballs

    Your party guests will be pleasantly surprised to find that these aren't eyeballs at all—they're yummy peanut butter balls! Little...


    Mad Scientist Punch

    Our home economists concocted this "potion" with kitchen staples such as juice concentrate, soft drink mix, soda and sherbet. It...


    Breadstick Bones

    Tie the ends of lightly-seasoned refrigerated breadsticks into knots to create these Breadstick Bones. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen


    Creepy-Crawly Pasta Salad

    A sweet-and-sour dressing tops off this easy pasta salad that's actually good for you! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen


    Candy Cupcakes

    Rich chocolaty cupcakes include a cream cheese surprise. Get kids in on the fun by letting them help decorate. ‐Mrs....