Having a spooky gathering of all your favorite ghouls, goblins, witches, and creatures that go bump in the night? Well, you’re going to need to feed them! Don’t let your Halloween gathering suffer from a lack of inspired tricks and treats. (Dracula might start sinking his teeth into somebody—and we don’t want a repeat of that one year).
Read on for some of our favorite mystical, and magical drinks and dishes that deliver on the spooky factor.
Halloween Charcuterie Board
(Recipe and inspo from Culinary Hill)
Whether you’re a fan of a sharp cheddar cut out in your favorite ghost shapes on a Rosemary crisp or adore a spooky green sage derby paired with a thin prosciutto, you’ve got seemingly endless options for creating and customizing your own Halloween charcuterie board! Aldi in particular has awesome options for seasonal cheeses, from a pumpkin spice Wensleydale cheese to Death By Garlic and more.
Eyeball Deviled Eggs
(Recipe and inspo from Happy Foods Tube)
If you’re anything like us, no deviled egg is safe when we’re around. And with this recipe, they’re even spookier and tastier than ever. Visually freaky and deliciously crafted, these eyeball deviled eggs are cracked and dyed with red food coloring to create an especially effective bloodshot eye effect. With a yolk mixture made green by the addition of pesto (or avocado if you please), these eggs are topped off with a large candy eye (or even slices of black olives for a more savory route) and you’ve got a brilliant dish that will both scare and delight your guests.
Photo courtesy of Kelsey Hewson.
Big Batch Spooky Party Punch
(Multiple recipes from Delish)
If you’re having a party with a larger number of guests, a batch cocktail is a must. Lucky for you, recipes abound, whether you opt for Black Magic Margaritas, a bloody Cranberry-Apple Sangria, or otherwise. Frankenpunch uses tequila and a lime punch topper to bring citrus vibes to the fall, while Pumpkin Pie Punch leans into the flavors of the season with ingredients like pumpkin ice cream, cream soda, and vodka. Click the link above for a compilation of punch recipes sure to be a hit.
Cheesy Pumpkin Puffs
(Recipe and inspo from Food Network Magazine)
These Cheesy Pumpkin Puffs are the perfect savory treat for your party that still brings the spooky factor, thanks to their adorable jack-o’-lantern shape. Filled with fragrant spices and ingredients like red onion, pumpkin, cilantro, multiple cheeses and more, these easy-to-carry treats are encased in a puff pastry are ideal for a roaming party atmosphere.
Candy Corn Popcorn Balls
(Recipe and inspo from Food Network Magazine)
Sometimes all you need is a spooky ball of goodness. In this case, the spooky balls in question are these Candy Corn Pumpkin Balls, made up of marshmallows, butter, roasted peanuts, and of course, candy corn (admit it, you like them). Whether you decide to serve them up at the party itself or package them for a nice parting treat for your guests to remember the evening by, this recipe comes together fast and is simple for even the busiest of witches.
Written by Sarah Suydam, Managing Editor for West Michigan Woman.
Main photo courtesy of Sarah Suydam.