36 Easy Fall Snacks and Halloween Treats

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

These 36 Easy Fall Snacks and Halloween Treats are fun, festive, and full of cozy flavors perfect for the autumn season. From sweet bites with spooky charm to savory snacks ideal for parties or after-school munching, this collection has something for everyone. Quick to make and kid-friendly, these treats bring the magic of fall straight to your table.

ingredients

this Recipe

(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)

pretzel rodsmarshmallowspeanut butterapplescaramel candiescandy cornmini chocolate chipsgraham crackerstraditional popcornpumpkin pureecream cheesevanilla waferscrescent roll doughcinnamon sugarsliced almondsmini Oreosmilk chocolatestring cheesesalami or pepperonibagelscandy eyeballsmelted white and dark chocolatemini cupcakescanned biscuit doughfruit leathersfudgebrowniesorange frostingassorted sprinklesnut buttersliced bananascereal (like Chex or Cheerios)mini donutsdried cranberriescandy meltsbutterscotch chipsnuts and seeds

directions

Use pretzel rods dipped in melted chocolate and decorated with sprinkles to make witch broomsticks or magic wands.

Slice apples and sandwich with peanut butter and mini marshmallows for “monster mouths.”

Melt caramel candies and dip apple slices or whole apples for a sticky-sweet treat.

Decorate cupcakes with orange frosting, candy eyes, and sprinkles for jack-o’-lantern faces.

Use cream cheese and graham crackers to make pumpkin cheesecake dip, served with vanilla wafers.

Wrap crescent dough around mini sausages to make mummy dogs—add mustard eyes after baking.

Create popcorn balls with candy corn and melted marshmallows, shaped into pumpkins.

Assemble cheese sticks with olives or pepperoni “hats” for witch brooms.

Make ghost bananas by adding chocolate chip eyes and mouths to banana halves.

Cut brownies into coffin shapes and decorate with white icing to resemble tombstones.

Use mini Oreos and candy melts to make edible spider cookies.

Bake crescent roll dough around chocolate to form witch hat pastries.

Layer pumpkin puree, whipped topping, and crushed cookies in cups for pumpkin parfaits.

Shape peanut butter balls and roll in crushed graham crackers for mini pumpkins.

Use salami slices folded into roses on skewers with cheese cubes for spooky charcuterie.

Form Rice Krispies treats into pumpkins using orange food coloring and green candy stems.

Fill bagel halves with cream cheese and top with olive slices for “monster eyes.”

Assemble snack mix with popcorn, pretzels, candy corn, nuts, and chocolate for a festive trail mix.

Wrap biscuit dough around apple slices with cinnamon sugar to make mummy turnovers.

Use candy melts to dip strawberries, then decorate with chocolate for ghost berries.

Create broomstick pretzels by tying string cheese to pretzel sticks with chives.

Frost cookies and top with candy corn to make candy corn pizzas.

Decorate mini donuts with orange glaze and licorice stems to resemble pumpkins.

Skewer fruit slices and cut shapes using Halloween cookie cutters for healthy kabobs.

Bake cupcakes and top with piped frosting “webs” and plastic spiders.

Use sliced bananas and mini chocolate chips to make boo-nanas.

Press sliced almonds into mini cupcakes to create monster claws.

Mix cereal, chocolate, and powdered sugar to make Halloween “puppy chow.”

Slice fudge into rectangles and decorate as mummies with piped icing and candy eyes.

Layer graham crackers with chocolate and marshmallows, then microwave for spooky s’mores.

Wrap apple slices with fruit leather to resemble mummy wraps.

Make dirt pudding cups with crushed Oreos, pudding, and gummy worms.

Create butterscotch haystacks with chow mein noodles and melted butterscotch chips.

Use white chocolate and pretzels to form skeleton bone clusters.

Form pumpkins with cheese balls and top with a pretzel stem.

Dip pretzels in chocolate and top with sprinkles for spooky snack sticks.

Servings and timing

This collection yields 36 individual treats/snacks.Most can be prepared in 10–20 minutes with minimal cooking or baking.Total prep time for all: approximately 2–3 hours depending on batch sizes.

Variations

Use gluten-free crackers or pretzels for allergy-friendly options.

Substitute almond butter or sunflower butter for peanut-free alternatives.

Try dairy-free cream cheese and chocolate if needed.

Mix and match elements to create your own themed snack platter.

Let kids decorate their own treats for a fun activity.

storage/reheating

Store most treats in airtight containers at room temperature for 3–5 days.Refrigerate items with dairy or fruit components for up to 4 days.Popcorn-based snacks are best eaten fresh but can be kept in sealed bags for 2 days.Freezing not recommended for most items due to texture changes.

FAQs

Can I make these ahead of time?

Yes, many can be made 1–2 days in advance and stored properly.

Are these good for parties?

Absolutely, they’re ideal for Halloween parties, fall festivals, and school events.

Do I need special molds or tools?

No, just basic kitchen tools—though cookie cutters and piping bags help with decoration.

Can kids help make these?

Yes, many are no-bake or require simple assembly—perfect for little hands.

How do I transport them?

Use shallow containers with parchment between layers to prevent sticking.

What if I want healthy options?

Stick to fruit kabobs, banana ghosts, and snack mixes with seeds and dried fruit.

Can I customize flavors?

Totally—swap out chocolates, spices, or toppings as you like.

Are these all sweet?

No, several savory snacks are included like mummy dogs and salami skewers.

Can I scale the quantities?

Yes, all recipes are easy to double or halve.

Do I need to refrigerate everything?

Only items with dairy, fruit, or fresh components—most others can stay at room temp.

Conclusion

These 36 Easy Fall Snacks and Halloween Treats are a playful, festive way to celebrate the season with minimal fuss and maximum flavor. From spooky sweets to savory bites, they’re fun to make, easy to share, and perfect for all your autumn celebrations. Mix, match, and get creative—there’s something here for everyone to enjoy.

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