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18 Make-Ahead Halloween Party Appetizer & Treat Recipes

Make-Ahead Halloween Treats
Kathryn's Kitchen, Two Peas in a Pod
Halloween is arguably one of the most fun holidays. There are no gifts to buy, there’s candy corn recipes galore and you get to be someone you’re not for a night! That means you want to spend most of your time partaking in the party and *not* slaving away in the kitchen. The solutions to this are no-bake Halloween treats and a stockpile of make-ahead recipes that you can either prep early or cook way in advance so that you can relax once guests arrive. While you’re contemplating this year’s costume, get to pinning these 18 make-ahead recipes that will make your Halloween a breeze.

Don't get spooked by stress with these make-ahead Halloween appetizer and treat recipes!

Homemade Black Sesame Pop-Tarts

Homemade Black Sesame Pop-Tarts

Put a fun twist on pop-tarts with this homemade black sesame recipe. Pop-tarts are a quick and memorable breakfast treat but this mummified version makes them perfect for your Halloween party. (via Takes Two Eggs)

Pumpkin Slice and Bake Cookies

My Name is Yeh

Pumpkin Slice and Bake Cookies

Slice and bake cookies are a must during any holiday. If you decide to make your own, you can freeze them and then slice off however many you need at a time. (via My Name is Yeh)

Halloween Witch Hat Cupcakes

Kathryn's Kitchen Blog

Halloween Witch Hat Cupcakes

How cute are these Halloween witch hat cupcakes? We love that they're only made with 5-ingredients! (via Kathryn's Kitchen Blog)

Halloween Candy Bark

The Blonde Buckeye

Halloween Candy Saltine Bark

Break into your Halloween candy early to top this sweet and salty bark. It’s quick, it’s delicious and you don’t have to wait until the last moment to fix it. (via The Blonde Buckeye)

Spooky Halloween Pretzels

Half Baked Harvest

Spooky Halloween Pretzels

If you're looking for another option to add to your Halloween snack board, try making these spooky Halloween pretzels. All you need is melted white chocolate, oreos, candy eyes, chocolate candy melts, black licorice and pretzels. If you want, add fall-colored M&Ms to create a nose for your spooky owl creation. (via Half Baked Harvest)

Halloween Snack Board

Two Peas and Their Pod

Halloween Snack Board

It's time to make a charcuterie board for Halloween! You can create a mix of popcorn, carrots, gummy worms, 'ghost' pretzels and more! (via Two Peas and Their Pod)

Black Cocoa Halloween Layer Cake

Barley and Sage

Black Cocoa Halloween Layer Cake

At first glance, a black cake may not look appetizing but it's more delicious than you could ever imagine. Since it's tedious to make, it qualifies as a make-ahead Halloween treat but the end result is *so* worth it. Just look at the cute little ghost frosting! (via Barley and Sage)

Candy Corn Rice Krispie Treats

Pint-Sized Treats

Chocolate-Dipped Candy Corn Rice Krispie Treats

Enlist the help of a few kids and these candy corns will basically make themselves. When stored in an airtight container they’ll keep for several days… If you can keep everyone out of them. (via Pint-Sized Treasures)

Halloween Bundt Cake

Love Bakes Good Cakes

Halloween Bundt Cake

Thanks to boxed cake mix, this cake isn’t nearly as difficult to make as it looks. The fun part is getting messy with icing and sprinkles to create your own Halloween masterpiece. (via Love Bakes Good Cakes)

Bloody Good Cheesecake

Sugar Dish

Bloody Good Cheesecake

Red velvet cheesecake serves as the bloody base for this massacre. The dripping blood is a frightening mixture of corn syrup, red food coloring and cornstarch… Or is it? Make sure you start the cheesecake a day in advance so it has plenty of time to chill. (via Sugar Dish)

Chocolate and Caramel Apples

Hey Modest Marce

Chocolate and Caramel Apples

Why would you spend a fortune on gourmet chocolate apples when you can easily make your own? Decorate each one with different toppings and prepare for people to fight over them. (via Hey Modest Marce)

Creepy Jello Cups

From Brazil to You

Creepy Jello Cups

Jello is the ultimate make-ahead treat because it can last for ages in the fridge without changing. Pro tip: Definitely turn these into creepy Jello shots for an adults-only party. (via From Brazil to You)

Halloween Trail Mix

House of Hendrix

Halloween Trail Mix

No good Halloween party is complete without a snack mix. Combine all of the components way before guests arrive and try your best not to pick out all of the good stuff. (via The House of Hendrix)

Pumpkin Pie Cheesecake Dip

A Night Owl

Pumpkin Pie Cheesecake Dip

Halloween kicks off pumpkin pie season, so it’s only fitting that you represent at your party. Serve this cheesecake dip in a hollowed baking pumpkin alongside Biscoff cookies for the ultimate dunking experience. (via A Night Owl)

Cheesy Halloween Breadstick Bones

Just a Taste

Cheesy Halloween Breadstick Bones

These scary and delicious bones can be made up to the baking point and then frozen. When you’re ready, just pop them in the oven and serve with your favorite blood — er, marinara. (via Just a Taste)

Shredded Chicken and Rice Stuffed Peppers

Everyday Jenny

Shredded Chicken and Rice Stuffed Peppers

Even if you’re just having a chill Halloween at home, you have to celebrate a little bit. Turn your mundane dinner into a festive pumpkin by carving a jack-o’-lantern face in an orange bell pepper. (via Everyday Jenny)

Halloween Cream Cheese Brownies

Averie Cooks

Loaded Halloween Cream Cheese Brownies

Ever thought about eating orange cream cheese? Well - thanks to this recipe - you won't be able to stop thinking about it once you make these loaded Halloween brownies! (via Averie Cooks)

Halloween Rice Krispie Treats

Amanda Wilens

Halloween Rice Krispie Treats

It's amazing what you can do with a few marshmallows and googly eye sprinkles. This no-bake recipe is perfect if you're the last-minute friend who doesn't care about putting a lot of energy into prep work. (via Amanda Wilens)

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