7 Gluten-Free Halloween Baking Masterpieces Worth the Effort

Nothing says festive like these 7 gluten-free Halloween treats that will impress your guests—discover how to bring these eerie delights to life!

Ghoulish Ghost Cookies

ghoulish ghost halloween cookies

Ghoulish Ghost Cookies are delightfully spooky treats that will bring a bit of whimsy to your Halloween festivities while being entirely gluten-free. These soft, chewy cookies are shaped like ghosts and decorated with a sweet glaze and chocolate chips for eyes, making them perfect for both kids and adults to enjoy.

Ingredients Quantity
Gluten-free all-purpose flour 2 cups
Baking powder 1 tsp
Salt ½ tsp
Unsalted butter ½ cup (1 stick)
Granulated sugar 1 cup
Brown sugar ½ cup
Egg 1 large
Vanilla extract 1 tsp
Powdered sugar 1 cup
Milk 2-3 tbsp
Chocolate chips ¼ cup

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy; then add in the egg and vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  5. Scoop tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, shaping them into ghost forms. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden.
  6. Let the cookies cool completely. In a small bowl, mix powdered sugar with milk to achieve a thick glaze, and decorate cookies to resemble ghosts. Add chocolate chips for eyes.
  7. Allow the glaze to set before serving. Enjoy your Ghoulish Ghost Cookies!
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Spooky Spider Brownies

spooky halloween brownie treats

Spooky Spider Brownies are a thrilling and delicious addition to your gluten-free Halloween baking lineup. These fudgy brownies are not only easy to make, but they’re also topped with chocolate spiders that make them an eye-catching treat sure to impress guests at your Halloween celebrations.

Ingredients Quantity
Gluten-free all-purpose flour 1 cup
Unsweetened cocoa powder ½ cup
Baking powder 1 tsp
Salt ½ tsp
Unsalted butter ½ cup (1 stick)
Granulated sugar 1 cup
Brown sugar ½ cup
Eggs 2 large
Vanilla extract 1 tsp
Semi-sweet chocolate chips 1 cup
Black licorice laces for decoration
Candy eyes for decoration

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8 inch baking pan.
  2. In a bowl, combine the gluten-free flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
  3. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over low heat, then remove from heat and whisk in the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips.
  5. Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out mostly clean.
  6. Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, cut into squares and decorate with black licorice laces as spider legs and candy eyes on top of the brownies.
  7. Serve your Spooky Spider Brownies to delight your Halloween guests! Enjoy!
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Mummy Chocolate Cupcakes

mummy chocolate cupcakes recipe

Mummy Chocolate Cupcakes are a fun and festive treat for Halloween that will leave your guests enchanted. These moist chocolate cupcakes are topped with a rich frosting and decorated to look like mummies, complete with candy eyes for an extra touch of spookiness. Perfect for any Halloween gathering, these gluten-free cupcakes are sure to be a hit!

Ingredients Quantity
Gluten-free all-purpose flour 1 cup
Unsweetened cocoa powder ½ cup
Baking powder 1 tsp
Salt ½ tsp
Unsalted butter ½ cup (1 stick), softened
Granulated sugar 1 cup
Eggs 2 large
Vanilla extract 1 tsp
Semi-sweet chocolate chips 1 cup
Gluten-free chocolate frosting 1 container
Candy eyes for decoration
White fondant or white chocolate for bandages

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, then beat in the eggs and vanilla until well combined.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips.
  5. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool completely.
  6. Once cooled, frost the cupcakes with the chocolate frosting, creating a textured look. Use strips of white fondant or melted white chocolate to create bandage wraps around the cupcakes, leaving gaps for the candy eyes.
  7. Place candy eyes on top of each frosted cupcake to complete the mummy look and serve your Mummy Chocolate Cupcakes at your Halloween party! Enjoy!
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Pumpkin Spice Cake Pops

pumpkin spice cake pops

Pumpkin Spice Cake Pops are a delightful autumn-inspired treat that perfectly embodies the flavors of fall. These moist and spiced cake pops are coated in a creamy white chocolate and decorated to bring a festive touch to your Halloween celebrations. They are easy to make and will be a hit among both kids and adults at your Halloween gathering.

Ingredients Quantity
Gluten-free pumpkin puree 1 cup
Gluten-free all-purpose flour 1 cup
Granulated sugar ½ cup
Baking powder 1 tsp
Ground cinnamon 1 tsp
Ground nutmeg ½ tsp
Ground ginger ½ tsp
Salt ¼ tsp
Eggs 2 large
Unsalted butter ½ cup (1 stick), melted
Vanilla extract 1 tsp
White chocolate wafers 1 cup, melted
Sprinkles or edible glitter for decoration

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the gluten-free flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt; mix well.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth. Gradually add the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean; let cool completely.
  5. Once cooled, crumble the cake into a large bowl and mix in just enough melted white chocolate to hold the mixture together.
  6. Roll the mixture into small balls and place on a baking sheet; refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up.
  7. Dip the end of a lollipop stick in melted white chocolate, insert it into each cake ball, and then dip the balls into the melted chocolate to coat. Place back on the baking sheet.
  8. Before the coating sets, sprinkle with your choice of sprinkles or edible glitter for decoration.
  9. Allow the cake pops to set completely before serving at your Halloween event. Enjoy!
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Witch’s Broomstick Treats

halloween pretzel stick treats

Witch’s Broomstick Treats are a fun and creative Halloween treat that kids will love to help make! These delightful snacks are made using pretzel sticks and peanut butter cups to resemble miniature broomsticks, perfect for adding a whimsical touch to your Halloween festivities. Not only are they gluten-free, but they also make for a perfect party treat.

Ingredients Quantity
Gluten-free pretzel sticks 10
Miniature peanut butter cups 10
Tape (or gluten-free string) for tying
Green food coloring (optional) for decoration
Edible candy eyes (optional) for decoration

Instructions:

  1. Unwrap the miniature peanut butter cups and place them flat side down on a clean surface.
  2. Take a pretzel stick and gently push it into the center of each peanut butter cup to create the broomstick handle.
  3. If desired, use tape or string to tie around the base of the peanut butter cup to resemble broom bristles.
  4. For a festive touch, you can use green food coloring to paint a small portion of the broomstick and add edible candy eyes for personality.
  5. Allow the broomstick treats to set before serving them on a platter for your Halloween gathering. Enjoy the spooky fun!
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Creepy Crawly Cupcakes

spooky halloween dessert cupcakes

Creepy Crawly Cupcakes are a spooky and delightful dessert perfect for Halloween festivities. These gluten-free chocolate cupcakes are topped with rich chocolate frosting and decorated with gummy worms and edible candy eyes to create a fun and slightly creepy effect that will thrill kids and adults alike!

Ingredients Quantity
Gluten-free chocolate cupcake mix 1 box (plus ingredients as directed)
Eggs 3
Vegetable oil ½ cup
Water 1 cup
Gluten-free chocolate frosting 1 can
Gummy worms 1 pack
Edible candy eyes 1 pack

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to the temperature specified on the gluten-free cupcake mix box. Line a cupcake pan with cupcake liners.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the cupcake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and water. Stir until well blended.
  3. Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full with the batter and bake according to package instructions. Allow to cool completely.
  4. Once cool, generously frost each cupcake with the gluten-free chocolate frosting.
  5. Decorate each cupcake by placing gummy worms on top and adding edible candy eyes for an extra spooky effect. Serve at your Halloween gathering and enjoy!
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Haunted Graveyard Pudding Cups

haunted graveyard dessert cups

Haunted Graveyard Pudding Cups are a fun and spooky treat that is sure to impress at any Halloween gathering. These gluten-free pudding cups feature layers of chocolate pudding and crushed gluten-free cookies, resembling a graveyard. Topped with gummy worms and chocolate tombstone decorations, they create a delightful and eerie dessert perfect for both kids and adults!

Ingredients Quantity
Gluten-free chocolate pudding 2 cups
Gluten-free chocolate cookies 1 cup, crushed
Whipped cream 1 cup
Gummy worms 1 pack
Edible tombstone decorations 10 pieces
Chocolate sprinkles Optional, for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the gluten-free chocolate pudding as per the package instructions and allow it to set in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  2. In a clear cup or glass, layer the chocolate pudding, crushed cookies, and whipped cream. Repeat the layers until the cup is full, ending with whipped cream on top.
  3. To create the graveyard effect, add gummy worms on top and insert edible tombstone decorations into the whipped cream.
  4. If desired, sprinkle chocolate sprinkles over the top for added decoration. Serve chilled and enjoy your spooky dessert!