7 Last Minute Halloween Recipes

by Emma Wills

These 7 last-minute Halloween recipes are perfect for when you want something fun, festive, and a little frightful—without spending hours in the kitchen. From Mummy rice krispie treats to Witch Finger Cookies that come together in minutes, these recipes will save the day (and your party table!). Whether you’re hosting a last-minute bash or just want to surprise the family with a Halloween treat, these quick and easy ideas will bring all the spooky vibes with zero stress.

Finished mummy Rice Krispie treats decorated with white chocolate drizzle and candy eyes – easy Halloween dessert idea

Mummy Rice Krispie Treats

Looking for an easy Halloween recipe that’s both cute and delicious? These Mummy Rice Krispie Treats are made with just three simple ingredients – butter, white chocolate, and Rice Krispies. They’re the perfect no-bake Halloween treat for kids and adults alike. Whether you’re hosting a party or need something last-minute for trick-or-treating, this quick Halloween dessert idea will be a total crowd-pleaser. With their adorable mummy design and gooey, crispy texture, they’re a spooky-sweet addition to your Halloween spread!

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Pizza Skulls for Halloween with red sauce and cheese oozing out.

4 Ingredient Pizza Skulls

If you’re looking for the ultimate spooky Halloween snack, these 4-Ingredient Pizza Skulls are frighteningly delicious and ridiculously easy to make! Perfect for Halloween partiesscary movie nights, or a fun Halloween dinner idea, these gooey pizza-filled skulls are made with just four simple ingredients – no complicated steps and tons of cheesy Halloween goodness. They’re the perfect Halloween party food idea that looks spooky but tastes amazing – guaranteed to be a hit with both kids and adults!

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Ghost shape beigners for halloween covered in icing sugar and dipped in melted chocolate.

Ghost Beignets (Easy no yeast recipe)

These Ghost Beignets are the perfect Halloween treat – light, fluffy, and completely yeast-free, so they’re super quick and easy to make at home! You don’t need to hop on a plane to New Orleans to enjoy fresh homemade beignets – this no-yeast version gives you that same café-style flavour in a fraction of the time.

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Witch finger shortbread cookies in a wine glass.

Witch Finger Cookies

What are witch finger cookies? If you’re looking for a spooky and delicious treat for Halloween, look no further than these creepy cookies that look like witch fingers. They are easy to make, fun to decorate, and taste great too.

I used an easy shortbread recipe and dyed it green to give these witch fingers a real Halloween make over and almonds for nails. Scroll down to find out how to make them!

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Mini brownies candy apples

Candy Apple Brownie Pops

Looking for a fun Halloween dessert idea that’s cute, chocolatey, and a little spooky? These Brownie Candy Apple Pops are a creative twist on Halloween cake pops. They look just like mini candy apple cake pops – but don’t be fooled, there are no apples inside! Instead, they’re rich, fudgy brownie cake pops dipped in chocolate and decorated with black ribbons. This is the ultimate easy Halloween treat for parties, spooky party dessert tables, or even a adult Halloween party.

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Apple pie monkey bread on a cake stand.

Apple Pie Monkey Bread

No, it’s not a type of bread made by monkeys, or for monkeys, or with monkeys. It’s actually a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that consists of bite-sized pieces of dough coated in cinnamon sugar, and baked in a bundt pan. Then covered in a caramel apple sauce, the result is a gooey, pull-apart treat that you can enjoy with your family and friends.

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Pizza dough skulls being pulled apart to reveal red instant noodles for halloween.

Instant Noodle Pizza Skulls

Perfect for Halloween partiesscary movie nights, or a fun Halloween dinner idea, these bright red instant noodle filled skulls are made with just four simple ingredients – no complicated steps and tons of cheesy Halloween goodness. The most scary Halloween recipe I’ve ever made!

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