These Halloween Appetizers and Snack Ideas Will Make the Party
The Halloween season is, yes, underway. And it's never too early to start thinking about your Halloween party!
A good Halloween party isn't just about amazing DIY decorations. You can set out all the super-cute dressed-up pumpkins you want, the party won't be complete if you're serving regular old plain-looking party food.
From surprising Halloween cocktails to fun themed-desserts to spooky cakes, the Halloween food is what makes the party.
To help you go ahead and knock out your Halloween party menu, check out our list below. We've got ideas from hot dog rattlesnake bites, to bread-dip spiders, and more! We've got kid-friendly options, seasonal bites, and even some appetizers on the healthier side if that's what you're looking for. From cute and fun to spooky and creepy, there's plenty on this list for your Halloween festivities!
More Spooky Halloween Recipes:
Super-Spooky Charcuterie Board
Good Halloween fare should be fun but also yummy—and, most importantly, it shouldn't take you all day to make! To help you out, we've assembled a (disembodied) handful of easy-but-fun snack ideas into a whole spooky charcuterie board.
Get the recipe for Super-Spooky Charcuterie Board.
Ghost Pizza
Need a last-minute snack/appetizer to fill some bellies before the candy-feasting begins? This five-minute upgrade transforms any pizza into a Halloween party food!
Get the recipe for Ghost Pizza.
Slow Cooker Spinach-and-Parmesan Meatballs
These slow cooker meatballs are the perfect appetizers. Let the slow cooker do all the work and get ready for trick-or-treating!
Get the recipe for Slow Cooker Spinach-and-Parmesan Meatballs.
Hot Dog Rattlesnake Bites
Take a bite of these easy, fun wrapped hot dogs quick — or they'll bite you!
Get the recipe for Hot Dog Rattlesnake Bites.
Scarecrow Cheese Ball
This fun, festive appetizer is the ultimate Halloween Party centerpiece!
Get the recipe for Scarecrow Cheese Ball.
Breadstick Rattlers
Easy to make (thank you tube-dough!) and super fun to serve, these crunchy little snakes make a fun party app—or dip them in your nearest cauldron of tomato soup!
Get the recipe for Breadstick Rattlers.
Bagel Pizza Mummies
These super quick treats make great tide-me-overs for a kid-friendly Halloween dinner, as well as a great way to get something in their bellies before the candy-gorging commences.
Get the recipe for Bagel Pizza Mummies.
Pumpkin & Pesto Crostini
Bring this simple fall-flavored recipe to your next potluck or Halloween party and watch them disappear from the plate like magic.
Get the recipe for Pumpkin & Pesto Crostini.
Smokey Pumpkin Deviled Eggs
Aren't these the cutest? You can make the ridges of the "pumpkin" with a fork and the stem with a little cornichon pickle.
Get the recipe for Smokey Pumpkin Deviled Eggs.
Rosemary-Pumpkin Seed Brittle
This sweet treat is trickier than your standard kid-friendly fare. Roasted pepitas (pumpkin seeds), herbs, a generous pinch of salt, and a dash of pepper give it a spooky mix of flavors.
Get the recipe for Rosemary-Pumpkin Seed Brittle.
Mummy Pumpkin Hand Pies
These easy to make, easy to decorate hand pies will be a big hit at any Halloween party.
Get the recipe for Mummy Pumpkin Hand Pies.
Smashed Acorn Squash and Garlicky Walnut Crostini
Roasted until it's impossibly sweet, acorn squash makes a tasty and seasonal toast-topper for a party hors d'oeuvre.
Get the recipe for Smashed Acorn Squash and Garlicky Walnut Crostini.
Toasty Cinnamon Twists
These tasty toast-on-a-stick treats can be made on the grill or cooked over a front-yard campfire while waiting for trick-or-treaters on Halloween!
Get the recipe for Toasty Cinnamon Twists.
Banana Mummies
With white chocolate "bandages" and candy eyes, these adorably spooky banana mummies will be the hit of any Halloween party treat table.
Get the recipe for Banana Mummies.
Spooky Spinach Dip in Bread Bowl Cauldron
Impress guests with this crafty Halloween appetizer, which cleverly transforms pumpernickel bread, breadsticks, and cream cheese into a basket, then fills it with a super-simple creamy spinach dip. Serve 'em up with Pumpkin-Shaped Tortilla Dippers, pictured.
Get the recipe for Spooky Spinach Dip in Bread Bowl Cauldron.
Mummy Meat Loaves
Sweet cherry tomatoes are hidden in the center of these mini-meat loaves, offering an unexpected surprise when you take a bite.
Get the recipe for Mummy Meat Loaves.
Orange-Glazed Pecans
A bowl of addictive, snack-worthy nuts is always a good idea at any kind of party, and that includes Halloween! The orange-glaze makes these pecans irresistible!
Get the recipe for Orange-Glazed Pecans.
Saucy Spider with Hairy Leg Sticks
Spin a web of doughy deliciousness with this party-perfect Halloween appetizer.
Get the recipe for Saucy Spider with Hairy Leg Sticks.
"Poison" Candy Apples
Just one bite will have your Halloween guests falling for your kitchen skills.
Get the recipe for "Poison" Candy Apples.
Peanut Butter Acorns
A small peanut butter cookie and a chocolate kiss in the form of an acorn make a tasty and festive fall treat, perfect for tiding hungry folks before the meal.
Get the recipe for Peanut Butter Acorns.
Meringue Ghost Tartlets
A plate of these will keep tummies from rumbling while you scare up some dinner.
Get the recipe for Meringue Ghost Tartlets.
Tomatillo Salsa Verde
A green salsa is the perfect dip to go on your Halloween snack table! You can even make your own tortilla chips by using Halloween cookie cutters, cutting shapes out of tortillas, and then bake for fry them!
Get the recipe for Tomatillo Salsa Verde at Love and Lemons.
Grandma’s Homemade Caramel Corn
Who can resist a bowl of homemade caramel corn? Certainly not us! Once you start snacking, you just can't stop!
Get the recipe for Grandma’s Homemade Caramel Corn at Sally's Baking Addiction.
Pumpkin Beer Cheese Skillet with Soft Pretzels
Here's a fun appetizer for the adults at your Halloween party! A melty, pumpkiny, cheesy dip pairs perfectly with homemade soft pretzel bites.
Get the recipe for Pumpkin Beer Cheese Skillet with Soft Pretzels at How Sweet Eats.
Spicy Chipotle Pumpkin Hummus
Halloween appetizers should involve some kind of pumpkin, right!? This pumpkin hummus is full of flavor and a little kick!
Get the recipe for Spicy Chipotle Pumpkin Hummus at Half Baked Harvest.
Mummy Jalapeno Poppers
It's not a party without jalapeño poppers. Make them Halloween-approved by adding strips of dough and turning them into mummies!
Get the recipe for Mummy Jalapeno Poppers at Skinny Taste.
Halloween Charcuterie Board
This board has a little bit of everything! Cheese, meets, ghost-shaped crackers, and little pumpkins cakes. There's something for everyone!
Get the recipe for Halloween Charcuterie Board at Dinner at the Zoo.
7-Layer Spider Web Dip
Add a spider web and some cute spiders for the ultimate Halloween party dip!
Get the recipe for 7-Layer Spider Web Dip at Chelsea's Messy Apron.
Mummy Hot Dogs
You can never go wrong with this Halloween classic: mummy hot dogs! These are as fun to make as they are to eat.
Get the recipe for Mummy Hot Dogs at Bellyfull.
Monster Eyeball Pizzas
These bite-sized pizzas will be a hit at your Halloween party! They're easy to make and are perfect with a bowl of marinara sauce for dipping.
Get the recipe for Monster Eyeball Pizzas at Spicy Southern Kitchen.
Halloween Popcorn Balls
Turn classic popcorn balls into a spooky snack with a little green food coloring and gummy worms!
Get the recipe for Halloween Popcorn Balls at Boulder Locavore.
Pumpkin Charcuterie Board
This jack-o-lantern charcuterie board is so cute, it'll steel the show at your Halloween party!
Get the recipe for Pumpkin Charcuterie Board at The Recipe Critic.
Roasted Pumpkin Chipotle Cheddar Tots
These pumpkin-filled tots are the perfect accompaniment to a larger Halloween feast. They're also orange, so they'll fit right in with your decor!
Get the recipe for Roasted Pumpkin Chipotle Cheddar Tots at Half Baked Harvest.
Smoky Cheddar Twists
Reminiscent of many classic Halloween appetizers like witches fingers, mummy dogs, and breadstick snakes, these cheesy pastry twists are probably the easiest appetizer out there!
Get the recipe for Smoky Cheddar Twists at How Sweet Eats.
Monster Meatball Sliders
One bite into these scary sliders and you'll be hooked. They're bound to fly right off the plate.
Get the recipe for Monster Meatball Sliders at Chelsea's Messy Apron.
Pumpkin Guacamole
Add pumpkin seeds to guacamole for a Halloween twist! Serve it out of a hallowed out pumpkin or even make it look like it's coming out of a jack-o-lantern mouth!
Get the recipe for Pumpkin Guacamole at I Wash You Dry.
Honey BBQ Chicken Tenders
It's always good to have some classic party foods, even at a themed party. Kids and adults alike with love these saucy chicken fingers!
Get the recipe for Honey BBQ Chicken Tenders at Jo Cooks.
Halloween Chex Mix
If you love salty and sweet, this is the snack mix you need to serve at your Halloween festivities!
Get the recipe for Halloween Chex Mix at The Cookie Rookie.
Screaming Witch Crudité Board
Add some veggies to your Halloween menu with this witchy veggie board! Grab your favorite platter and veggies, and don't forget a spiralizer for the hair.
Get the recipe for Screaming Witch Crudité Board at Boulder Locavore.
Halloween Popcorn
Set out a bowl of this festive popcorn at your Halloween get together and watch it vanish right before your eyes!
Get the recipe for Halloween Popcorn at Chelsea's Messy Apron.
Pepperoni Pizza Pockets
These handheld pies are made with a buttery pie crust.
Get the recipe for Pepperoni Pizza Pockets at Dinner at the Zoo.
Mummy Pretzel Rods
If you're on team sweet-and-salty, these white chocolate dipped pretzel rods are the perfect snack before the main course at your Halloween Party.
Get the recipe for Mummy Pretzel Rods at Julie's Eats and Treats.
Marinated Mozzarella Balls
Attached a slice of black olive to each mozzarella ball to create a creepy jar of eyes for your Halloween table.
Get the recipe for Marinated Mozzarella Balls Love and Lemons.
Mini Corn Dogs
Add spooky faces to make these mini corn dogs fit for your Halloween party table. They're a great kid-friendly option to include in your menu.
Get the recipe for Mini Corn Dogs at Jo Cooks.
Hard Cider Pretzels with Creamy Honey Mustard
These soft baked pretzels are soft, chewy, and rich have tons of autumn flavors. Pair them with a creamy honey mustard dip and you've got an appetizer that won't last long!
Get the recipe for Hard Cider Pretzels with Creamy Honey Mustard at Half Baked Harvest.
Monster Munch
With a mix of cereals and M&M's, this is one addictive treat that'll be hard to stop once you start!
Get the recipe for Monster Munch at Chelsea's Messy apron.
Stuffed Mushrooms
Stuffed mushrooms are a great appetizer for Halloween and fit that spooky, forest vibe. They're definitely an appetizer that witches would eat, right?
Get the recipe for Stuffed Mushrooms at Love and Lemons.
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