25 Easy Halloween Party Treats for Kids That Are So Fun, It’s Scary
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Halloween is the perfect time to pull out some special recipes and make some easy Halloween Treats for kids.
We love making creepy crawly treats in our house to add to our friend’s yearly Halloween table, bring out for our kid’s various Halloween parties, or our themed family movie & treats nights.
It’s never too early to start Halloween planning. Which is why I’ve put together a variety of recipes that are simple enough for kids to help with and delicious enough to please any witch, goblin or ghost, at all your Halloween events. From school parties, to movie nights, potlucks or spooky events.
I love how easy and fun they are to make.
So, grab your aprons and let’s get creative in the kitchen with these frightfully fun and festive treats that will make your Halloween eerie-sistible.
1. Cute & Easy Oreo Spiders and Bats
These easy Oreo Cookie Spiders and Bats are not only fun for Halloween Parties for kids & adults, but kids love making them too. Super quick to make, and with only 4 ingredients, they’re perfect for last minute prep too.
Get the recipe: Easy Oreo Cookie Spiders and Bats
2. Halloween Caramel Apple Bar
My kids love DIY food, especially if it’s sweet and involves caramels and apples. Which is why this Caramel Apple Bar is so great as a fun snack, for playdates or kids Halloween party snacks. Just switch up the toppings you like.
Get the recipe: DIY Caramel Apple Bar with Sliced Apples
3. Frankenstein Marshmallow Pops
What do you call a clever monster?…………Frank Einstein.
It’s Halloween, so always the appropriate time to bring out the jokes, and these adorable Frankenstein Marshmallow Pops. Perfect for Halloween parties, a class party, or even a Halloween movie night.
I’ve made some marshmallow pops for a bake sale before too and just wrapped them individually in cellophane bags. So cute!
Get the recipe: Frankenstein Marshmallow Pops
4. Bat Oreo Truffles
Oreo Bat Truffles, are just the cutest Halloween dessert ever. Perfect for parties, these fudgy, chocolaty treats will have everyone going batty for them. They’re also so easy to make—no baking required.
Plus, these adorable little bats are fun to create and look fantastic on a platter with other spooky treats
Get the recipe: Bat Oreo Truffles
👻 Also check out more Spooky Halloween Treats, fun for all ages
5. Silly Apple Monster Bites
If you’re looking for a healthier treat that still checks off the fun box, these Silly Apple Monster Bites are it.
I get it. As a parent there’s only so much crazy sugar high behaviour I can handle from my kids, so these apple monsters can help balance things out.
I’ll often use peanut butter (or nut free butter) instead of nutella to get a bit more protein in.
Get the recipe: Silly Apple Monster Bites
6. Ghost Marshmallow Popcorn Balls
If you have candy melts and a microwave, these Ghost Marshmallow Popcorn Balls are so quick and easy.
Great if you need a last minute treat because, say your kids forgot to tell you they needed a snack for their school Halloween party until the night before (ask me how I know 😉
Get the recipe: Ghost Marshmallow Popcorn Balls
7. Spider Cookies
Spider Cookies are the perfect mix of creepy and cute for Halloween, making them ideal for school snacks and parties.
Made with either homemade or store bought cookies and icing, they come together in a snap, and even kids can join in the fun. Set up a decorating station with orange frosting and chocolate icing for legs, and let your guests create their own spooky spider cookies.
Get the recipe: Spider Cookies
8. Graveyard Pudding Cups
Graveyard Pudding Cups are the ultimate spooky treat for Halloween parties or a fun dessert after dinner.
Layers of chocolate pudding and crushed Oreo “dirt” come alive with candy pumpkins, bones, and gummy worms, topped off with a cookie headstone.
They’re not only exciting to eat but also super fun for kids to make and decorate—no baking required.
Get the recipe: Graveyard Pudding Cups
9. Halloween Snack Mix
Need a quick and eerily delicious treat for your Halloween party? This fun and easy Halloween Snack Mix combines sweet and salty flavors and interesting textures the whole family will love.
With ghostly white chocolate pretzels and a perfect blend of crunchy cereal, salty goldfish, peanuts (optional) and M&Ms, this snack mix will enchant kids and adults alike. Don’t forget the candy eyes.
Guaranteed to make your spooky celebrations even more magical.
Get the recipe: Halloween Snack Mix
10. Halloween Jack o’lantern Cupcakes
Get into the Halloween spirit with these adorable Jack o’lantern Cupcakes.
Each chocolatey cupcake is filled with candies and topped with even more sweet treats, inside a cute jack o’lantern bucket.
Perfect for parties or any ghostly celebration, these festive cupcakes are easy to make, fun to decorate, and sure to bring out the kid in everyone.
Get the recipe: Halloween Jack O’Lantern Cupcakes
11. Halloween Monster Eye Crinkle Cookies
Add some monster fun to your Halloween plans with these Halloween Monster Eye Crinkle Cookies.
I love that they’re made with cake mix and decorated with vibrant colors (gel food coloring is the best) and edible candy eyeballs. These cookies are as easy to make as they are fun to eat.
Perfect for a festive treat, they bring a splash of spooky joy to any Halloween celebration or kid-friendly snack.
Get the recipe: Monster Eye Crinkle Cookies
12. Witch Hat Cookies
Festive Witch Hat Cookies are such a quick Halloween favorite that brings magic to any celebration, or ordinary day.
These no-bake treats, are made with Oreo Thins, Hershey’s Kisses, colorful frosting, and sprinkles. I don’t know about your household, but my kids can never have too many sprinkles.
Easy to make and decorate, they’re sure to enchant guests of all ages.
Get the recipe: Witch Hat Cookies
13. Halloween Snickers Mummy Treats
Wrap up some Halloween fun with these oh so cute Snickers Mummies. Using just Pillsbury crescent rolls (or other premade pastry), fun-size Snickers, powdered sugar, and candy eyes, you can create a treat that will have everyone unraveling their smiles.
Perfect for a Halloween dessert or adding a touch of mummy magic to your Halloween buffet table, these easy-to-make treats are always a hit at any party we’ve brought them to.
Get the recipe: Halloween Snickers Mummy Treats
14. Halloween Pretzels
Get into the Halloween spirit with a variety of Halloween Pretzels—perfect for last-minute treats or pre-planned fun. I love how there’s so many different ways to decorate them, making them a great choice for a Halloween themed charcuterie board.
From pumpkins to ghosts, mummies to owls, these chocolate-dipped pretzels are quick to make and guaranteed to bring smiles.
Whether you’re haunting your kitchen or sending care packages, these sweet and salty treats are a fang-tastic addition to any Halloween celebration.
Get the recipe: Halloween Pretzels
15. Mummy Halloween Brownies
Get wrapped up in the Halloween spirit with these tasty Mummy Brownies! Perfect for parties, these fun-to-make treats feature a rich chocolatey brownie base, sweet icing, and candy eyes that will make everyone scream with delight.
Follow this easy recipe to create a batch of brownies so good, they’re almost un-boo-lievable!
Get the recipe: Mummy Halloween Brownies
16. Mandarin Orange Pumpkin Treats
Looking for a healthier alternative to the perpetual candy season? These adorable Mandarin Orange “Pumpkin” Treats are one’s I bring out when I’m short on time, but wanting a healthy snack loved by kids and adults alike.
Perfect for lunchboxes, school, and work parties, these quick and easy treats only need two ingredients and are ready in under five minutes.
Whether you’re looking for a fun alternative to candy or a festive addition to a charcuterie board, these citrus delights are just the thing.
Get the recipe: Mandarin Orange Pumpkin Treats
17. Healthy Candy Corn Parfaits
To be honest, I’m not a fan of candy corn (sacrilegious I know). But I definitely can get into these Candy Corn Parfaits with chunks of pineapple, canteloupe and whip cream.
Put in clear cups, or mason jars for a healthier dessert.
Get the recipe: Healthy Candy Corn Parfaits
18. Monster Pumpkin Cheesecake Bites
These Monster Pumpkin Cheesecake Bites are a fang-tastic treat for Halloween.
With a creamy pumpkin spiced filling spiced, dipped in dark chocolate, and decorated with googly eyes and sprinkles, they are monstrously delicious.
Get the kids involved for a frightfully fun decorating session, or make an adult version with a dusting of pumpkin spice—either way, these bites are a scream.
Get the recipe: Monster Pumpkin Cheesecake Bites
19. Nutter Butter Mummies
Nutter Butter Mummies are the perfect treat for parties are home snacking. I always like to make sure nobody has a peanut allergy first. My daughter’s school also has a no peanut policy, so they aren’t great for her school, instead we use them for a neighbourhood or home party snack.
With just three ingredients—Nutter Butter cookies, white candy melts, and candy eyes, these cute and easy mummies will delight peanut butter lovers and add a frightful flair to your festivities.
Whip up a batch in no time and watch them disappear faster than everyone can say “I want my mummy!!”
Get the recipe: Nutter Butter Mummies
20. Healthy Halloween Dirt Pudding Cups
Dig into these Healthy Halloween Dirt Cups, a nutritious twist on a classic graveyard treat!
Made with creamy avocado chocolate pudding and topped with crushed Oreos and gummy worms, these customizable cups are perfect for any Halloween party.
Let your little zombies get creative with the decorations—these dirt cups are as fun to make as they are to eat.
Get the recipe: Healthy Halloween Dirt Pudding Cups
21. Halloween Trail Mix
Halloween Trail Mix is such a treat.
As a youth I spent a lot of time backpacking with my friends parents, and we ate a lot of trail mix. I loved the gummy bears, smarties and chocolate chips best. Which is why this trail mix chock full of Reese’s Pieces, mini pretzels, salted peanuts, and peanut butter chocolate chips, appeals to my younger self.
This no-bake treat comes together in minutes and with just five ingredients, it’s a monstrously delicious snack that will leave everyone howling for more!
Get the recipe: Halloween Trail Mix
22. Candy Corn Cupcake Recipe
Treat yourself to these Candy Corn Cupcakes, a perfect way to sweeten up your Halloween festivities.
With a moist vanilla base, tri-layered hues mimicking candy corn, and a candy corn topping, these cupcakes are a festive delight.
Perfect for parties, classroom treats, or enjoying during a cozy Hocus Pocus movie night.
Get the recipe: Candy Corn Cupcake Recipe
23. Monster Rice Krispie Treats
Rice Krispie treats are always a hit with all ages. There’s something so nostalgic about these flavours, and memories of my mom bringing them out in various forms for different events.
Perfect for Halloween parties, these delicious treats are easy to make and monstrously cute. Customize them with your favorite flavors, toppings, or colors for a frightfully fun snack that everyone will love.
Get the recipe: Monster Rice Krispie Treats
24. Halloween Jack O’ Lantern Twinkies
If you can’t make the pumpkin patch this season, not to worry, you can still get into the season with these no-bake Halloween Jack O’ Lantern Twinkies.
Transform your Twinkies into festive pumpkins with orange, green, and black candy melts for a treat that’s more tasty than scary. Perfect for parties or school treats, let the kids get creative with their own decorating stations and watch their faces light up.
Get the recipe: Halloween Jack O’ Lantern Twinkies
25. Bloody Popcorn with Bones for Halloween
Ok, this one is a little creepy. Bloody popcorn with bones is fun for kids and adults who aren’t too squeamish.
The “blood” is really from jello mix.. but just gross enough looking to pass the spine-chilling test for Halloween.
Get the recipe: Bloody Popcorn with Bones for Halloween
26. Halloween Fudge
Boo-tifully easy and monstrously delicious, this Halloween fudge requires just three ingredients and a sprinkle of festive magic.
Perfect for parties, this no-bake treat combines creamy white chocolate and sweetened condensed milk, topped with orange and black sprinkles and candy corn for a frightfully fun dessert.
Whether it’s Halloween or any other occasion, this rich, chewy fudge will be the star of your treat table.
Get the recipe: Halloween Fudge
Final Thoughts: Kid-Friendly Halloween Desserts
Halloween is a magical time for kids (and most adults….who are we kidding!). With these 25 easy party treats, you can make their celebrations even more special.
From creepy cupcakes to ghoulish goodies, these recipes are designed to be fun, simple, and a hit with both little monsters and their parents.
Whether you’re planning a big bash or a cozy family night, these treats will add a deliciously spooky touch to your festivities.
So, gather your ingredients, put on your favorite Halloween tunes, and let the kitchen become your haunted workshop.
Happy Halloween, and may your celebrations be as fun and sweet as these delicious recipes.
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