27 Kids Halloween Party Food Ideas for Busy Moms
These 27 kids Halloween party food ideas for busy moms are just what you need when planning Halloween themed food for kids. This list of recipes includes fun Halloween food, drinks, Halloween desserts, and much more!
Brain Cake
This brain cake is incredibly easy to make and is perfect for serving at a Halloween themed party. While it might be a little too gruesome for young kids, why not get your kids involved in helping you make this spooky and disgusting Halloween brain cake, which is also vegan-friendly.
Ghastly Nachos
Nachos go down really well at parties and there are so many ways to style Halloween nachos with dips to make fun Halloween food. This ghastly Halloween nachos recipe is one of the easiest Halloween snacks for kids that you can whip up in minutes. We also have some great homemade yogurt dips to serve alongside the nachos so keep reading!
Skull Cake
You don’t have to be a professional cake maker to make this easy Halloween skull cake! In this recipe, we share 2 simple ways to create this spooky skull cake so that absolutely anybody can make it at home.
Halloween Potato Chips
Who doesn’t love chips and fries? Instead of serving up plain potatoes at your Halloween party, why not turn them in to Halloween themed shapes instead? From pumpkins to bats, ghosts, moons and black cats, kids are guaranteed to enjoy these fun Halloween potato characters.
Peanut Butter Cookie Dough
These peanut butter cookie dough bites are a great bitesized Halloween treat for kids and they can be made without using sugar. So if you’re looking for an easy no-bake cookie dough recipe that’s also healthy, tasty and quick to make, you will love these peanut butter cookie dough bites!
Healthy Brownies (No-Bake)
When planning Halloween party treats for kids, it can be difficult to find snacks and meal ideas that are not full of sugar. If you’re looking for tasty treat ideas that the kids will actually enjoy and provide some healthier alternatives as well then this no-bake brownie recipe is just what you need. This healthy brownie recipe contains a fraction of the sugar compared to regular brownies and it tastes so good!
Halloween Gingerbread Cookies with Spooky Icing
Cookies are a great Halloween dessert idea and by adding some spooky icing, you can turn regular cookies into cute Halloween characters. This Halloween gingerbread cookie recipe is delicious! Plus, we have a really easy recipe for making DIY fondant icing at home too. So if you’re short on time and are unable to pick up store bought roll-out icing then check out this decorated Halloween cookie and icing recipe that shows you how to make the cookies, icing, as well as how to decorate them like a pro!
Easy Chocolate Beetroot Cake
Although this recipe isn’t technically healthy, it’s a great way to hide some veggies into a chocolate cake that kids will actually eat! This easy chocolate beetroot cake is incredibly easy to make and it’s absolutely delicious! Plus, the beetroot juice makes a really good DIY food coloring and dye or fake blood that you can use for other Halloween recipes and crafts.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Ganache
Whether you’re looking for a cookie filler, a topping for cupcakes or a chocolate cake topping, this chocolate peanut butter ganache is just what you need. Here you will find 3 easy ways to make chocolate ganache using sugar, icing sugar or honey, depending on which you prefer.
Sugar-Free Carrot Cake Muffins
Carrot cake is the perfect dessert for fall and these sugar-free carrot cake muffins are the perfect bitesized snack food for Halloween parties. They’re really quick and easy to make, plus they don’t contain refined sugar. Using only natural ingredients, it’s hard to tell that these are healthy and nutritious! Perfect for moms looking for Halloween food ideas for kids that are not loaded with sugar!
Easy Peanut Butter Blondies
Soft, gooey and simply delicious! These simple peanut butter blondies are the ideal easy Halloween party food for kids and adults! You can also get your kids involved with making these Halloween blondies to help save you time.
Halloween Sausage Rolls Recipe
Sausage rolls are often a favorite party recipe but with this Halloween sausage rolls recipe, everyone can enjoy a spooky snack, whether you’re a meat eater or vegan. These are so simple to make and are a great spooky recipe to try this Halloween.
Easy Homemade Jam Sugar-Free No Pectin
This easy homemade jam recipe is quick, simple, sugar-free and doesn’t use pectin! Plus, it’s perfect for using up leftover fruits. It’s perfect for using in your Halloween themed desserts, as well as a side dish or garnish for your other spooky finger food.
Breaded Garlic Mushrooms Air Fryer Recipe
Looking for a fast, tasty recipe for fried mushrooms? This crispy fried mushrooms recipe is perfect for busy moms planning a Halloween party for kids, as well as for batch cooking and freezing. Plus it only uses a few simple ingredients that you probably already have in your kitchen.
Jack O Lantern Stuffed Peppers
This Halloween stuffed peppers recipe is a fun spooky dinner ideas using Halloween vegetables. Stuffed peppers are a tasty, cozy dish to sink your teeth into at this time of year. We’ve also listed instructions on how to make these Jack O Lantern stuffed peppers with meat or vegan stuffed peppers, using vegan ingredients as well. So they are perfect for Halloween parties whether you’re looking for meat or meat free meal ideas.
Halloween Cheeseburgers
If you’re looking for Halloween themed food ideas that serve as great spooky snacks then these Halloween cheeseburgers are a great recipe to try! They’re also a great way to get your kids involved in the meal prep, as they’ll love creating the monster faces using the cheese and salad!
Simple Yogurt & Garlic Dip Recipe
This quick and easy garlic dip recipe is not only tasty but healthy too! Whether you’re looking for a homemade garlic dipping sauce recipe using just 3 simple ingredients, or want to find a healthier alternative to your favorite garlic sauce, this garlic dip is a winner. It also turns out well every time, so it’s a very beginner-friendly recipe!
Green Monster Smoothie Recipe
If you’re looking for a healthy drink recipe for Halloween then this green smoothie recipe is just what you need. Call it a green monster smoothie and don’t tell your kids it’s actually really good for them! It’s also the exact smoothie recipe that Reese Witherspoon makes each morning and it’s packed with superfoods. Check out this popular Reese Witherspoon green smoothie recipe here. This might turn out to be a recipe you incorporate into your daily routine.
Homemade Green Garlic and Herb Dip
This homemade green garlic and herb dip is a great sauce to serve with your Halloween cheeseburgers and other spooky finger foods. Don’t forget to serve it in a little cauldron or Halloween themed dish to add to your spooky dinner party.
Pumpkin Soup
Whether you’re planning to cook with pumpkins before Halloween or are looking for a way to use up leftover Halloween pumpkins after October 31st, this pumpkin soup recipe is the best soup recipe to enjoy this autumn. It’s healthy and packed with nutrients but don’t tell your kids that! Give it a gruesome Halloween themed name and watch your kids drink it up!
Creamy Pumpkin Pasta
Pumpkin goes really well in pasta dishes. So if you’ve never tried adding pumpkin to your pasta dishes before, you should check out this delicious creamy pumpkin pasta recipe – you’ll quickly become hooked! Pasta bake is also a great dish to serve at Halloween parties, especially if you’re in need of Halloween meals for kids instead of just snacks and treats.
Roasted Pumpkin Skewers
Not only are these roasted pumpkin skewers a great option for Halloween party foods, they’re also a great substitute for meat too. Roasted pumpkin is very tasty and I think that these roasted pumpkin skewers are one of the best way to enjoy roasted pumpkin. Again, these are another fantastic option for Halloween party finger foods!
Pumpkin Banana Pancakes
Pancakes always go down well at parties and these pumpkin banana pancakes are very on-theme when it comes to Halloween party snacks. This recipe is simple to make and you can also decorate the pancakes by giving them spooky faces using fruits and other ingredients. Kids love pancakes and these pumpkin pancakes are ideal for turning a regular recipe into something more Halloween themed. Plus, they’re really quick and easy to make!
Vegan Halloween Stuffed Peppers
Stuffed peppers are a tasty, cozy dish to sink your teeth into at this time of year. While most stuffed pepper recipes typically used meat mince, these vegan stuffed peppers are just as tasty and perfect for those following a plant-based or meat-free diet.
Vegan Sausage Rolls Halloween Style
Sausage rolls are often a favorite Halloween party recipe but with this recipe, everyone can enjoy a tasty meat-free option too! This is so simple to make and are a great spooky recipe to try this Halloween. Get your kids involved in decorating them by adding the eyes and faces to help save you time. The best thing about Halloween recipes is that it doesn’t matter if they’re messy and not uniformed, as it adds to the charm!
Vegan Monster Burgers
These vegan monster burgers are just as good as the meat version, making them a great meat free alternative for those who prefer to follow a vegan or dairy free diet. Not only does this fun Halloween party food work well for Halloween, it’s also a fun snack idea for kids and adults alike at any time of the year if you fancy making your burger dinners more creative.
Easy Vegan Brownies
Finally, for a Halloween dessert, you should definitely try these delicious easy vegan brownies. I find that fall is the perfect season to eat brownies, accompanied by a nice cup of coffee or pumpkin spice latte. If you’re looking for Halloween finger food ideas for desserts then this recipe is ideal!
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