Homemade Halloween Treats for All Ages
Whenever Halloween rolls around, adults and tots alike turn to thoughts of sweet delights. For truly outstanding treats that people will remember, homemade is the way to go. Here are half a dozen fun and spooky treat ideas that can add some pizzaz your Halloween festivities.
Meringue Ghost Tartlets
Though they look complicated, Meringue Ghost Tartlets are fairly straightforward. Their novelty and visual appeal are sure to make them a hit with your family and friends. The mixture of graham cracker, chocolate ganache and meringue is a tasty and surefire winner.
Citrus Orange Pumpkins
If you’re looking for a hassle-free treat that requires little effort, Citrus Orange Pumpkins are a terrific option. All you need is orange juice, orange gelatin and a little bit of fresh-squeezed lemon juice to create these zesty candies.
Spiced Chocolate Bat Cookies
It’s hard to go wrong with chocolate cookies, regardless of the holiday that you’re celebrating. Spiced Chocolate Bat Cookies are a fun variation on a classic treat with a pinch of cardamom and cinnamon to jazz things up.
Spider Cupcakes
Sometimes all you need to do to craft a great Halloween treat is add a little flair to an existing recipe. Spider Cupcakes are essentially just a orange-infused cake topped off with vanilla frosting that’s been augmented with a black icing pattern.
Creepy Puffs
Few confections pack as much flavor punch as Creepy Puffs while using so few ingredients. All you need is water, butter, flour, eggs, caramel and chocolate. Pop them in the oven for just 20 minutes and you have a yummy fan favorite that will earn rave reviews.
Chocolate Pumpkin Witch Cupcakes
If you like to go all out on your Halloween treats, Chocolate Pumpkin Witch Cupcakes are the ultimate challenge. They’re just as much about presentation as they are about the surprisingly harmonious interplay between chocolate and pumpkin flavors.
Making Them Your Own
To get the most from your fun, homemade Halloween treats, use the recipes as rough templates to work from and add a unique personal or regional spin. This will set your treats apart no matter what size or shape they may end up taking.
Need some more inspiration? Check out this No More To Go post chock full of tasty Halloween treat ideas!