7 Gluten-Free Halloween Treats Kids Actually Like

Prepare for a spooky celebration with these 7 gluten-free Halloween treats that kids will love—your festive party will never be the same!

Ghostly Banana Pops

spooky banana chocolate treats

Ghostly Banana Pops are a fun and spooky treat perfect for Halloween that kids will love. These delicious snacks are made by combining the natural sweetness of bananas with a creamy coating and spooky chocolate eyes. They’re gluten-free, easy to prepare, and sure to delight both kids and adults alike!

Ingredients Quantity
Bananas 2
White chocolate chips 1 cup
Mini chocolate chips 12
Popsicle sticks 4
Coconut flakes ¼ cup (optional)

Cooking Steps:

  1. Peel the bananas and cut them in half. Insert a popsicle stick into the cut end of each banana half.
  2. Melt the white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl, heating in 30-second intervals until smooth.
  3. Dip each banana pop into the melted white chocolate, ensuring they are fully coated.
  4. Place the banana pops on a parchment-lined tray and freeze for about 1 hour until they are set.
  5. Once firm, add two mini chocolate chips as eyes on each ghostly banana pop before serving. Optional: sprinkle with coconut flakes for an extra spooky effect!
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Creepy Crawly Chocolate Bark

creepy crawly chocolate bark

Creepy Crawly Chocolate Bark is a delightful and simple Halloween treat that captures the spooky spirit of the season while being entirely gluten-free. This chocolate bark is made by melting dark chocolate and combining it with fun, colorful toppings that resemble creepy crawlies, making it an exciting and visually pleasing snack for kids to enjoy during Halloween festivities.

Ingredients Quantity
Dark chocolate chips 2 cups
Orange candy melts 1 cup
Halloween sprinkles ¼ cup
Gummy worms 1 cup
Edible eyes ½ cup

Cooking Steps:

  1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Melt dark chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals until smooth, then pour the melted chocolate onto the parchment-lined baking sheet and spread it out evenly.
  3. Melt orange candy melts in a separate bowl and drizzle over the dark chocolate in a zigzag pattern.
  4. While the chocolate is still warm, sprinkle with Halloween sprinkles and place gummy worms and edible eyes on top.
  5. Refrigerate the bark for about 30 minutes until set, then break into pieces and serve!
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Pumpkin Spice Rice Crispy Treats

festive gluten free rice treats

Pumpkin Spice Rice Crispy Treats are a fun and festive twist on the classic Rice Crispy treat, perfect for Halloween celebrations, while also being gluten-free. With warm pumpkin spice flavors and the chewy texture of marshmallows and rice cereal, these treats are sure to be a hit among kids and adults alike.

Ingredients Quantity
Gluten-free Rice Crispy cereal 6 cups
Mini marshmallows 4 cups
Unsalted butter ½ cup
Pumpkin spice 2 tsp
Vanilla extract 1 tsp
Orange food coloring 2-3 drops (optional)
Halloween sprinkles For topping

Cooking Steps:

  1. In a large pan, melt the butter over low heat. Add mini marshmallows and stir until completely melted.
  2. Stir in pumpkin spice and vanilla extract, and if desired, add orange food coloring until well combined.
  3. Remove from heat, then quickly fold in the gluten-free Rice Crispy cereal until evenly coated.
  4. Press the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish and let cool for about 30 minutes.
  5. Once set, cut into squares and sprinkle with Halloween sprinkles before serving. Enjoy your spooky treats!
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Mummy Hot Dogs

mummy hot dogs recipe

Mummy Hot Dogs are a quirky and fun Halloween treat that will delight kids and adults alike. These gluten-free snacks are made by wrapping hot dogs in gluten-free crescent roll dough, giving them a spooky mummy appearance when baked. Perfect for Halloween parties or a themed dinner, these treats are not only delicious but also easy to make!

Ingredients Quantity
Gluten-free hot dogs 8
Gluten-free crescent roll dough 1 tube (8 oz)
Mustard or ketchup (for serving) As desired

Cooking Steps:

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Roll out the gluten-free crescent roll dough and cut it into thin strips.
  3. Wrap the hot dogs with the strips of dough, leaving gaps to resemble mummy bandages.
  4. Place the wrapped hot dogs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  5. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the dough is golden brown.
  6. Let cool slightly, then serve with mustard or ketchup for dipping. Enjoy your spooky Mummy Hot Dogs!
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Witch’s Broomstick Pretzels

witch s broomstick pretzels recipe

Witch’s Broomstick Pretzels are a creative and fun gluten-free treat perfect for Halloween festivities. These tasty snacks are made by combining gluten-free pretzel sticks with a sweet peanut butter or frosting tip that resembles a broom’s bristles. Not only are they simple to make, but they also make a delightful addition to any Halloween gathering, ensuring kids will love them!

Ingredients Quantity
Gluten-free pretzel sticks 10-15
Peanut butter or gluten-free frosting 1/2 cup
Mini chocolate chips or candy corn 15 pieces
Green fruit leather or sour belts (for broom handles) 1 piece

Cooking Steps:

  1. Take a pretzel stick and dip one end into peanut butter or spread gluten-free frosting to cover it well.
  2. Press mini chocolate chips or candy corn into the peanut butter or frosting to create the broom bristles.
  3. Cut the green fruit leather or sour belts into strips and wrap them around the end of the pretzel stick just above the bristles to secure them, resembling the broom handle.
  4. Arrange the Witch’s Broomstick Pretzels on a serving platter and enjoy your spooky treats!
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Monster Fruit Cups

monster fruit cups recipe

Monster Fruit Cups are a fun and healthy Halloween treat that will add a spooky twist to any kids’ gathering. These colorful fruit cups are not only gluten-free but also easy to assemble, allowing little ones to enjoy a delightful mix of their favorite fruits while having fun with creative monster faces!

Ingredients Quantity
Assorted fresh fruits (strawberries, kiwi, blueberries, grapes) 2 cups
Mini chocolate chips 1/2 cup
Yogurt (plain or flavored) 1 cup
Edible eyes (candy or sprinkles) 1/4 cup
Plastic cups 4 cups

Cooking Steps:

  1. Prepare the assorted fresh fruits by washing, peeling, and cutting them into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In each plastic cup, layer the fruits, starting with a mix of the base fruits like kiwi and strawberries at the bottom.
  3. Add a dollop of yogurt on top of the fruit layer to act as a “monster face” foundation.
  4. Create monster faces on the yogurt using mini chocolate chips for eyes and any additional candy for features like mouths or hair.
  5. Finish by adding a few more pieces of fruit on top for extra color and texture before serving and enjoying these spooky fruit cups!
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Spooky Spider Cookies

spooky halloween spider cookies

Spooky Spider Cookies are a fun and festive gluten-free treat perfect for Halloween celebrations. These tasty cookies are not only creepy and cute, but they also incorporate rich flavors and textures that kids will love! With edible spider decorations, they will be a hit at any Halloween party or gathering.

Ingredients Quantity
Gluten-free cookie dough 2 cups
Chocolate chips 1 cup
Pretzel sticks 1 cup
Edible candy eyes 1/2 cup
Black food coloring (optional) 1-2 drops

Cooking Steps:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Roll the gluten-free cookie dough into balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each for spreading.
  3. Gently press a few chocolate chips into each cookie for added decoration and flavor.
  4. Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes or until they are golden brown, then remove them from the oven and allow them to cool.
  5. Once cooled, insert pretzel sticks into the sides of the cookie to create spider legs, and place edible eyes on top for the final spooky touch.
  6. If desired, drizzle with black food coloring to enhance the creepy look before serving. Enjoy your Spooky Spider Cookies!