As we enter into the countdown to spooky season, you might be thinking about attending Halloween parties or hosting one of your own. While the array of costumed attendees is often one of the most memorable pieces to a party, that doesn’t mean they have to outshine your spook-tacular Halloween snack ideas this year. After all, the kitchen is where most people hang out at gatherings.
With a little creativity and some healthy ingredients, you can make your Halloween snacks the star of the night. Halloween is often the start of an extra-sugary series of holidays, but it doesn’t have to be all about sweets overload.
There are plenty of ways to keep your Halloween party snacks festive and delicious while also packing in nutrition. Whether you're looking to satisfy party-goers with creepy creations or healthy spreads, we’ve rounded up 25 fun Halloween snacks that will ensure your guests leave both impressed and satiated.
With these healthy Halloween snacks, you can treat your guests to foods that fuel them for a night of fun, without the sugar crash. Ready to whip up some ghoulish goodies? Keep reading to discover 25 Halloween snack ideas, with something for everyone — including plenty that can be taken up a notch with our beef jerky sticks.
25 Spook-tacular Halloween Snacks
1. Pumpkin Hummus
Hummus is one of the most versatile Halloween party snacks, taking on pretty much whatever flavor you choose. Make this version using pureed pumpkin and chickpeas, creating a dip rich in fiber and vitamins A and C. Serve with veggie sticks or whole-grain crackers.
Get the recipe at The Mediterranean Dish.
2. Monster Guacamole
Mash avocado with lime, cilantro, and garlic, adding black olives as eyes for a "monster" look. Packed with healthy fats and potassium, it's a favorite among Halloween snack ideas with tortilla chips or veggie sticks.
3. Witch’s Fingers Carrot Sticks
Sometimes all it takes is one simple addition to make a healthy plate spooky. Carrot sticks topped with sliced almonds as "nails" are fun and crunchy. These Halloween snacks are rich in beta-carotene, promoting eye health, and pair well with a low-fat ranch dip (or your guacamole above!).
4. Spooky Fruit Skewers
Alternate grapes and blueberries (or whatever fruits you have on hand) on skewers, adding candy eyes for a creepy touch. This is one of the top spooky snacks that’s antioxidant-packed and low-calorie.
5. Apple Monsters
Cut apple slices and slather them each with peanut butter mouths and sunflower seed teeth. These Halloween party snacks offer fiber and protein, making them tasty and nutrient-dense.
6. Ghostly Popcorn
Air-popped popcorn, sprinkled with smoked paprika and nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor, is low in calories, high in fiber, and a great source of B vitamins. Toss in some candy corn into these Halloween snacks for more festive flair.
7. Jack-o'-Lantern Stuffed Peppers
How can bell peppers be Halloween snack ideas? Carve orange bell peppers to look like jack-o’-lanterns and stuff them with quinoa and black beans. This option is protein-rich, high in fiber, and loaded with vitamin C.
8. Mummy Hot Dogs
Wrap Chomps beef or turkey sticks in whole-grain dough strips to create a mummy effect. These easy Halloween snacks are a lean protein source and offer more fiber than traditional options. Try our Original Beef or Original Turkey flavors.
9. Devilish Egg Eyes
Halved deviled eggs topped with olive slices and red pepper "veins" create spooky eyeballs. They’re high-protein, fun Halloween snacks with healthy fats. You could even serve this as part of a festive spread (see Halloween charcuterie board ideas).
10. Pumpkin Energy Balls
Rolled oats, pumpkin puree, and flaxseed form these no-bake healthy Halloween snacks for party events. They're packed with fiber, healthy fats, and naturally sweetened with maple syrup.
Get the recipe at Pumpkin Energy Balls.
11. Witch Hat Veggie Wraps
These spooky snacks for Halloween are whole wheat wraps filled with spinach, hummus, and shredded carrots, cut into triangles. Easily festive, this snack is full of fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants.
12. “Bloody” Roasted Beet Hummus
One of the best parts about beets as Halloween snack ideas is how much they “bleed” (just don’t wear a white shirt when prepping them). All you have to do is blend cooked beets with traditional hummus ingredients to give this dip a deep red hue. It's high in fiber, folate, and antioxidants.
Get the recipe at Minimalist Baker.
13. Jack-o'-Lantern Jalapeño Beef Quesadillas
Carve whole wheat tortillas to resemble jack-o'-lantern faces and stuff them with chopped Chomps Jalapeno Beef sticks, cheese, and jalapeños. These Halloween snacks are rich in calcium, with a spicy kick and a fun Halloween twist.
14. Mummy Pizza Bites
Mini whole-wheat pita rounds topped with marinara sauce, cheese strips, and olive eyes. Add more protein with a Chomps trial pack, offering several flavors your guests can use as toppers.
15. Ghost Guava Popsicles
If you have an accessible freezer or can display these in a bed of ice, these popsicles make easy Halloween snacks. Blend guava juice with coconut milk and freeze into ghost-shaped frozen treats.
16. Deviled Egg Bar
Create a DIY deviled egg bar with toppings like smoked paprika, chives, capers, and sliced Chomps Original Beef sticks. These Halloween party snacks allow guests to customize their eggs with flavorful, nutritious options that suit every palate.
Get the recipe right here at Chomps.
17. Pumpkin Spice Roasted Chickpeas
Roast chickpeas with pumpkin spice for crunchy spooky snacks. High in fiber and protein, they make a great alternative to sugary treats.
Get the recipe at To Simply Inspire.
18. Creepy Crudité Platter
Arrange veggies like carrots, celery, and broccoli in a spooky face shape with dips. It's a nutrient-packed spooky option among Halloween party snacks.
19. Banana Ghosts
Banana halves with chocolate chip eyes and mouths create a ghostly effect. As Halloween snacks, bananas provide potassium and fiber, while dark chocolate adds antioxidants (and joy).
20. Goblin Green Smoothie
Even green smoothies can work as Halloween party snacks. Blend spinach, banana, pineapple, and almond milk (or soy or oat milk for a nut-free version) for a spooky green smoothie.
21. Eyeball Caprese Skewers
Cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and black olives assembled as eyeballs make easy Halloween snacks. This snack is rich in calcium, protein, and vitamin C.
22. Spooky Sweet Potato Fries
Baked sweet potato fries dusted with paprika make for a savory treat. These Halloween party snacks are high in beta-carotene, fiber, and vitamin A. Serve them with honey mustard, BBQ sauce, or ketchup.
23. Candy Corn Fruit Cups
Layer pineapple, mandarin oranges, and whipped coconut cream for a candy-corn look minus the candy corn. This is one of the healthiest Halloween snacks since it’s full of vitamins C and A.
24. Pumpkin Pie Smoothie
Blend pumpkin puree, plant milk, banana, yogurt, and nut butter for a creamy smoothie. In terms of Halloween snacks for a party, it’s high in fiber, vitamin A, and potassium. Make a big batch and display them in mini paper cups.
Get the recipe at Ambitious Kitchen.
25. Frankenstein Avocado Toast
Mashed avocado on whole-grain toast with cucumber, olives, and radish decorations for healthy fats, fiber, and vitamins.
FAQs about Halloween Snacks
What is the most popular Halloween snack?
Candy corn and chocolate treats are traditional favorites. Healthy alternatives like pumpkin hummus, apple monsters, and spooky fruit skewers are gaining popularity as Halloween snacks.
What is a healthy Halloween snack alternative?
Try pumpkin energy balls, monster guacamole with veggie sticks, ghostly popcorn, or jack-o'-lantern stuffed peppers filled with quinoa and black beans for nutritious Halloween snack ideas.
What to hand out for Halloween instead of candy?
Consider non-food items like stickers, temporary tattoos, or small toys. For food options, try individual bags of roasted pumpkin spice chickpeas or mini apple slices.
How to trick or treat without candy?
Focus on the fun experience: creative costumes, neighborhood walks, and Halloween games. Offer healthy Halloween snack ideas like fruit pouches, nuts, or non-food prizes instead.
