Last Updated on October 7, 2025 by Chef Josie
Halloween is the season for creativity in the kitchen. While costumes and décor set the mood, it’s the sweets and desserts that bring magic to the table. From ghostly brownies to witchy cookies and eerie cupcakes, these recipes combine spooky visuals with irresistible flavors.
This Halloween Sweets guide highlights 11 delicious sweets, each with detailed recipes you can explore. Whether you’re preparing treats for a kids’ party or an adult gathering, these desserts are perfect for sharing on Pinterest and serving at home.
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1. Spooky Halloween Punch
A Halloween party always begins with a dramatic drink, and our Spooky Halloween Punch sets the stage perfectly. With its eerie colors and floating decorations like gummy worms or lychee eyeballs, this punch doubles as table décor.
Easy to prepare in bulk, this punch is kid-friendly and party-ready, making it one of the most popular Halloween recipes on Pinterest.
2. Fudgiest Ghost Brownies
Our Ghost Brownies are the perfect blend of rich chocolate and festive fun. Fudgy brownie squares are topped with fluffy marshmallow ghosts, giving every bite a mix of gooey and chewy textures.
They’re ideal for party trays and can also be wrapped individually as take-home treats.
3. Halloween Eyeball Jello Shots
Give your party table a creepy twist with Eyeball Jello Shots. These colorful layered cups can be made alcohol-free for kids or spiked for adults. Adding candy eyeballs or lychees filled with blueberries creates the ultimate “staring” effect.
They’re easy to make ahead and serve in individual cups, a bonus for big parties.
4. Witch Fingers Cookies
Nothing says Halloween like Witch Fingers. These buttery cookies are shaped like fingers, complete with almond nails and raspberry jam “blood.”
Kids love helping shape these cookies, and they’re always a conversation starter.
5. Meringue Ghosts
Our Meringue Ghosts are light, crispy, and adorable. With chocolate eyes piped onto white meringues, they’re as photogenic as they are tasty.
6. Witches Brew Punch
For a second spooky drink option, our Witches Brew Punch is a crowd-pleaser. Made with colorful juices and sherbet, it can be customized for kids or adults. Add dry ice for the smoky cauldron effect.
It’s an easy recipe that adds drama to any party.
7. Eyeball Cookies
Our Eyeball Cookies are chewy sugar cookies with candy “eyes” that make them spooky but fun.
They’re versatile: serve them at kids’ parties, package them as edible favors, or add them to a cookie spread. For Pinterest, their bright, eerie look makes them highly shareable and perfect for boards featuring Halloween sweets.
8. Halloween Popcorn
Our Halloween Popcorn mixes sweet, salty, and crunchy in one snackable bowl. Tossed with candy melts, sprinkles, and candy eyeballs, it’s festive, colorful, and perfect for movie nights or parties.
Budget-friendly and easy to make in bulk, it’s also one of the top trending recipes on Pinterest for Halloween parties.
9. Dark Chocolate & Blackberry Halloween Cupcakes
These Halloween Cupcakes are a sophisticated option for dessert tables. The combination of dark chocolate and blackberry delivers a rich, haunting flavor that feels elevated.
Top them with purple frosting and spooky toppers for a Pinterest-perfect look.
10. Peanut Butter Spider Cookies
Our Spider Cookies are chewy peanut butter cookies topped with chocolate “spiders.” They’re kid-friendly, fun to decorate, and a great mix of spooky and cute.
11. Halloween Mummy Cookies
Our Mummy Cookies are sugar cookies decorated with white icing bandages and candy eyes. They’re easy to bake in batches and perfect for Halloween dessert trays.
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