12 Easy Halloween Treats to Make This October
If you’re looking for some fun and easy Halloween treats that don’t take hours to make, I’ve rounded up 12 Easy Halloween treats to make this October that are perfect for parties, school snacks, or a spooky night in. These Halloween desserts include no-bake options, kid-friendly decorating, and a mix of sweet and salty. From Rice Krispie Pumpkins to Ghost Brownies, there’s something festive here for everyone.
Pretzel Spider Webs
These chocolate-dipped pretzel spider webs are a simple and fun treat that comes together in minutes. They’re perfect for Halloween party platters or school snack tables. I love how the pretzels give that great salty-sweet crunch. Add a candy spider or two for the full effect! 👉 👉 👉 Grab the full recipe with tips here
Monster Marshmallows
Monster Marshmallows are a favorite in our house — they’re marshmallows dipped in colorful chocolate and decorated with candy eyeballs. This one’s great if you want something fun to do with kids, and you can customize them with any colors or faces.
👉 Step-by-step instructions and decorating ideas here
Rice Krispie Pumpkins
Rice Krispie Pumpkins are a classic no-bake Halloween treat. Made with marshmallows, crispy rice cereal, and a bit of food coloring, they’re shaped into pumpkins and finished with pretzel stalks and icing leaves. I love making these in October when we want something easy but festive.
👉 Get the full recipe here
Monster Treats
These are like spooky cereal bars, only better. They’re loaded with candy eyes, sprinkles, and a colorful drizzle that makes them party-ready in no time. Plus, they hold their shape really well, so they’re great for lunchboxes or individually wrapped party bags.
Here’s how to make them
Candy Corn Fudge
This is the treat I always end up gifting or bringing to Halloween parties. Candy Corn Fudge is made with layers of white, orange, and yellow candy melts to look just like candy corn. It sets beautifully, and it’s super sweet — exactly what you want in a fun Halloween treat.
Try it out here
Oreo Cupcakes
Soft chocolate cupcakes loaded with chopped Oreos and topped with a big swirl of cookies and cream frosting. Set an Oreo spider on top with a handful of Halloween sprinkles and they turn into a fun party treat. A simple bake the whole family will go for.
View Recipe → https://tessiestable.com/oreo-cupcakes/
Oreo Spider Cookies
An easy no-bake Halloween treat made from whole Oreos with chocolate stick legs and little candy eyes. They are quick to put together and always a hit with kids. Great for class parties, lunch boxes, or a spooky dessert table.
View Recipe → https://tessiestable.com/spider-oreo-cookies/
Ghost Brownies
These spooky little brownies are topped with marshmallow ghosts and only require a few simple ingredients. You can start with a box brownie mix and then decorate with melted chocolate and marshmallows to give them their ghostly faces.
See the full recipe here.
Halloween Dipped Oreos
Chocolate-covered Halloween Oreos are a go-to for fast, festive treats. These are dipped in orange, purple, or green candy melts and topped with sprinkles or candy eyes. Super fun and no baking required.
Get the instructions here
Strawberry Ghosts
If you want something a little fruity but still on-theme, these Strawberry Ghosts are a great pick. The strawberries are dipped in white chocolate and decorated with chocolate faces. Simple, cute, and always a hit on a Halloween tray.
Make them with this recipe
Graveyard Pudding Cups
This is the treat I always end up gifting or bringing to Halloween parties. Candy Corn Fudge is made with layers of white, orange, and yellow candy melts to look just like candy corn. It sets beautifully, and it’s super sweet — exactly what you want in a fun Halloween treat.
Try it out here
Black Cat Cookies
These soft chocolate cookies are shaped and decorated to look like black cats, complete with candy eyes and licorice whiskers. They’re great if you want a baked option that’s still fun and playful for Halloween.
Here’s the recipe
Ready to Bake Something Spooky?
Whether you want a no-bake Rice Krispie Pumpkin or a tray of Ghost Brownies, these Halloween treats are all fun to make and even more fun to eat. Don’t forget to pin this post for later, and tag me on Instagram if you try any of my recipes. I love seeing your spooky creations!
