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Anticipate Halloween
with spooktacular treats to make with the kiddos
By JA Hodgdon
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[September 24, 2023]
With the hot dog days of the summer almost
over, kids back in school, fall festivals popping up all over
Central Illinois, and looking towards the discussions of what the
cool and creepy Halloween outfit is going to be this year, the mind
immediately goes towards candy, desserts and fun looking foods. For
the youngsters, the mindset goes straight to the Halloween candy,
how full they can get their bag, how many ‘King’ size candy bars
there are, and which candy can be traded.
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night of Halloween was bittersweet for me since I would allow my
kids to eat as much candy as they wanted that night with the mindset
that no matter what night Halloween fell on, no matter how much
their tummies hurt, they would have to agree to go to school the
next day and get their chores done. The next day, they would have to
combine their bags into one big bowl, and each kid could choose
three pieces a night until they forgot about the bowl on the fridge
and stopped asking after supper, which usually meant the only candy
that was left in the bowl was the ones that no one liked.
After the memories, what comes to mind for me around this time is
apples, anything apple, and if cinnamon or caramel is included, it’s
that much better! But what about the kids? Getting the kids involved
early and giving them fun activities to get into the Halloween
spirit is not only fun for them but is also a good opportunity to
spend time together, sprinkle a little education with the kitchen
tools and measurements, and add a lot of memories that may lead to a
family tradition.
To help alleviate that once-a-year binge for those
youngsters with a sweet tooth, which probably doesn’t eliminate very
many kids, why not plan some simple no-bake recipes for a
Spooktacular start to the Halloween season? There are even some
healthier-than-not choices for those trying to limit the amount of
sugar intake during this season.
No-bake treats are delicious, and the best part is you can spend
your energy having fun with your kids making these sweet treats
extra spooky.
Who doesn’t love chocolate chips? And they are great for melting and
decorating as well. However, I prefer the ease and color assortment
of candy melts. By using toothpicks, plastic forks, and knives, you
can get creative by adding color, such as 2-dimensional eyeballs and
Frankenstein smiles to your spooky masterpiece.
The easiest way to melt your chocolate chips or candy melts is to
place the chocolate in a heat-safe bowl and microwave it in 20 or
30-second intervals on half power, stirring in between.
Regardless of the color, shape, or size, regardless of the taste, or
lack of it, start a new tradition with your kids, parents,
co-workers, friends, or neighbors with some of these recipes.
Dust off your broom, put on your witch hat, heat up the cauldron,
let your eerie creativity take over, and enjoy a Spooktacular
Halloween this year with a different twist.
Halloween Bark with Candy Corn – Deliciously
sweet candy corn bark is a white chocolate base with all the colors
and flavors of candy corn swirled right in. This looks so pretty on
a party platter!
Visit the link for compete instructions -
funmoneymom.com/candy-corn-halloween-bark/
Frankenstein Drinks - Celebrate Halloween this year with a
fun and festive drink that kids and adults alike can all enjoy.
These frozen whipped zombie brains are adorable and always make the
kids laugh.
Visit the link for compete instructions -
www.beeyondcereal.com/frozen-whipped-zombie-brains
No Bake Oreo Mummy Treats – No baking required! Just three
simple ingredients are needed!
Visit the link for compete instructions -
brooklynactivemama.com/oreo-halloween-cookies
Halloween Pretzels - A pumpkin, a ghost, an owl, or a mummy.
Halloween Pretzels are fast, easy, tasty, and fun to make.
Visit the link for compete instructions -
themondaybox.com/halloween-pretzels-easy-fast-fun/
Monster Teeth - Apple slices with peanut
butter, marshmallows, and eyeballs
Visit the link for compete instructions -playdatesparties.com/monster-apple-teeth-for-halloween/
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Halloween Puppy Chow - Halloween puppy chow is
such a fun treat. Also known as muddie buddies, it’s a simple treat
with rice cereal, melted chocolate and peanut butter, powdered
sugar, and seasonal candies – all mixed together for a delicious
Halloween dessert.
Visit the link for compete instructions -
balancingmotherhood.com/halloween-puppy-chow/
Quick and Easy Mummy Rice Krispie Treats - These easy mummy
Rice Krispie treats are quick to make and easier than they look!
They make fun treats to give at any Halloween party and look
adorable in goodie bags.
Visit the link for compete instructions -
mommymadethat.com/mummy-rice-krispie-treats/
Halloween Marshmallow Pops -
Perfect for Halloween parties, trick or treat gifts or sneaking into
lunch boxes for a fun surprise! These Halloween Marshmallow pops are
a super cute and spooky treat to make.
Visit the link for compete instructions -
mamalovestocook.com/halloween-marshmallows/
Strawberry Halloween Ghosts -
White chocolate dipped strawberries are easily turned into the
perfect Halloween treat as a spooky ghost with a chocolate face!
Spooky!
Visit the link for compete instructions -
www.saltysidedish.com/strawberry-ghosts/
Halloween Party Popcorn -
Halloween Party Popcorn is a delicious mix of popcorn, white
chocolate, Oreo cookies, candy corn, & sprinkles. This popcorn mix
is easy to make and such a crowd pleaser!
Visit the link for compete instructions -
wearenotmartha.com/halloween-party-popcorn/
White Chocolate Halloween Ghosts | Simply Happy Foodie -
White Chocolate Halloween Ghosts are scary crock pot candy peanut
clusters made extra fun for Halloween. Kids can help make these
howling candy ghosts to get ready for trick-or-treating or for a
party!
Visit the link for compete instructions -
www.simplyhappyfoodie.com/white-chocolate-halloween-ghost
Spookley Square Pumpkin Cookies - These easy Graham Cracker
Pumpkin Cookies are delicious and the spooky graham crackers make
tasty homemade Halloween treats that still feel extra special.
Visit the link for compete instructions -
www.theinspirationedit.com/spookley-square-pumpkin-cookies
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