Trick or treat, trick or treat, give us something good to eat!
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Though it’s technically a one-night only event, we’re all about finding ways to celebrate Halloween all spooky season long. That means as many potlucks as we can get ourselves invited to, like costume parties, pumpkin carving contests, classroom parades, and murder mystery dinner parties. You might think Halloween is all about the costumes, but it's just as fun to show your scary, zany, creative side through food too. You’ll find everything from apps to spooky co*cktails to dinners here, perfect whether you’re the type to go all out for Halloween or are more of a last-minute costume kind of person. Check out our 49 Halloween potluck ideas—they’re “scary” good!
No matter the occasion, there are a few things to consider when preparing food for a potluck. Sure, you could just pick up ice or cups, but where’s the fun in that? If you’re looking for something crazy simple to bring, go for simple drinks, apps, or desserts with a little something extra. Big-batch co*cktails are the easiest, since you can mix them up at home or at the party without too much effort. Check out our Frankenpunch, our spiked pumpkin pie punch, or our harvest punch for ideas. (Hot tip: You can give any fall co*cktail a spooky name to make it perfect for Halloween.) You can also dress up easy (even store-bought!) desserts with cobwebs, eyeballs, or candy to make them perfect for any Halloween party. Try our monster truffles, our ghost s’mores dip, our vampire cookies, or our pumpkin patch brownies to see how easy it is. Want a simple appetizer? We’ve got a ton that repurpose recipes and ingredients you might already know and have into adorably frightening apps that come together fast. Check out our pumpkin deviled eggs, our cheesy witch brooms, our spider web black bean dip, or our ghost pizza bagels—they’re perfect for kids (and adults that want to act like them for Halloween!).
Want more Halloween inspiration? Check out our favorite Halloween breakfasts, dinners, and desserts too.
1
Mummy Hot Dogs
There are a lot of mummy hot dogs in the world, but ours is the best for a couple of big reasons. Firstly, they're stuffed with cheese. Secondly, each mummy is brushed with melted butter before baking. Buttery, flaky, and cheesy, you really can't go wrong!
Get the Mummy Hot Dogs recipe.
2
Spider Taco Ring
If you love crescent rolls and are as obsessed with tacos as we are, this Halloween-inspired appetizer is calling your name. Created to playfully represent a spider with crescent roll legs and a crescent roll ring body stuffed with a beefy taco-spiced filling, it’s equal parts cute, creepy, and downright tasty.
Get the Spider Taco Ring recipe.
3
Halloween Sangria
Sure, you could serve a bottle of wine at your next Halloween party. But transforming it into sangria not only serves more people, but also gives you the opportunity to make it more festive! This recipe is spookier than your average sangria: Blood oranges, pomegranate seeds, and blackberries all work together to make a Halloween-approved brew.
Get the Halloween Sangria recipe.
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4
Pumpkin Deviled Eggs
These adorable pumpkin deviled eggs are way easier to make than jack-o'-lanterns! Paprika gives a wash of bold color, while a fresh chive (or snip of scallion) makes for the perfect stems.
Get the Pumpkin Deviled Eggs recipe.
5
Ghost S'mores Dip
This s'mores-inspired dip is the perfect dessert or appetizer to throw together last minute. Graham crackers make for perfect dippers, but sliced apple, pretzels, or potato chips would certainly do the trick. You can even make it ahead of time—to reheat, return to a 450° oven until melty, 3 to 5 minutes.
Get the Ghost S'mores Dip recipe.
6
Pumpkin Cheese Ball
Part retro, part cult classic, it’s hard to go wrong with a cheese ball. This festive pumpkin rendition may not contain any actual pumpkin, but it’s full of fresh herbs, minced jalapeños, and of course, plenty of cheese (and is SO cute on a Halloween cheese board!).
Get the Pumpkin Cheese Ball recipe.
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7
Ghost Purse Ravioli
Looking for something delicious that's only a little bit spooky this Halloween? Try these adorable raviolis filled with ricotta, Parmesan, and finely chopped pear. We made these from wonton wrappers, rather than pasta dough, to make them scary easy on you too. You're welcOoOme.
Get the Ghost Purse Ravioli recipe.
8
Creamy Pumpkin Gnocchi With Italian Sausage
For this gnocchi dish, we use pumpkin puree to build a sauce that has a touch of tomato and is similar to a marinara in texture. Just like with butternut squash or sweet potatoes, pumpkin pairs beautifully with sage and sausage, so they were natural additions to the gnocchi and sauce.
Get the Creamy Pumpkin Gnocchi With Italian Sausage recipe.
9
Mummy Brie
Thanks to puff pastry, your basic baked brie becomes a totally spooky Halloween appetizer. Perfect for a Halloween party spread or to bring to snack on during a scary movie marathon.
Get the Mummy Brie recipe.
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10
Eyeball Pasta
Spaghetti and meatballs is a potluck classic, but dinner on Halloween can't be regular—it's gotta be spooky! Our classics have been Jack-o'-Lantern stuffed peppers and ghost pizza bagels, but now we're obsessed with turning ordinary meatballs into scary works of art by making them look like monster eyeballs.
Get the Eyeball Pasta recipe.
11
Pumpkin Juice
In the Harry Potter books, pumpkin juice is traditionally served over ice for a refreshing drink that screams fall; however, you could also warm this up in a mug for something more cozy. Try it with some bourbon for the most Halloween-y hot toddy.
Get the Pumpkin Juice recipe.
12
Ghost Pizza Bagels
The scariest thing about these pizza bagels is how fast we're going to eat them. 😉 We definitely recommend using a cookie cutter for the ghosts—try other shapes too if you got 'em!
Get the Ghost Pizza Bagels recipe.
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13
Apple Cider Whoopie Pies
To come up with this, we pictured all the delightfulness of an apple cider donut, but instead of having to deal with frying, you whisk up a whoopie pie batter and bake it in the oven. You don’t have to make a trip to an apple farm or go to a farmers’ market to really indulge in apple cider flavors.
Get the Apple Cider Whoopie Pies recipe.
14
Pumpkin Curry
Earthy, sweet pumpkin is the perfect base for a spicy, Thai-inspired coconut milk curry. We begin by roasting the pumpkin to provide some caramelization and nuttiness that adds a lot to the final dish. Then we take some of the roast pumpkin and actually blend it into the curry sauce which adds another layer of pumpkin flavor. 😋
Get the Pumpkin Curry recipe.
15
Hocus Pocus Binx Cookies
Hocus Pocus is a must-watch every year, and these adorable Binx cookies are in honor of the classic movie character. Black cocoa powder turns these chewy chocolate cookies a dark rich color, perfect for our favorite talking cat.
Get the Hocus Pocus Binx Cookies recipe.
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16
Butternut Squash Soup
What dish is the most indicative of leaves falling and the chilly autumn breeze? Some might say its pumpkin pie, others might say warm apple cider, but to us, nothing fits better with October sweater weather than a delicious bowl of butternut squash soup. Save yourself some before taking this to a potluck—there won't be any leftovers to take home!
Get the Butternut Squash Soup recipe.
17
Witch Finger Cookies
Ghouls, goblins, and witches to the front, please! Spooky season is here, and we’re celebrating in style with these scary delicious witch finger cookies. A witch finger cookie is exactly what it sounds like: a shortbread cookie shaped into a severed finger and adorned with an almond nail and a bit of blood-red jam.
Get the Witch Finger Cookies recipe.
18
Creamy Pumpkin Vodka Sauce & Penne
If the classic penne alla vodka is on your weeknight rotation, it may be time to switch it up. What better way to do that than with fall flavors? Pumpkin gives a sweet, complex note to this irresistible sauce we didn't know we needed until we tried it.
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19
Graveyard Chicken Enchilada Dip
It takes less than 10 ingredients to throw this simple graveyard together—you might have some of them at home already! Feel free to use all store-bought ingredients to make it easier, or make your own enchilada sauce, homemade chicken, and taco seasoning.
Get the Graveyard Chicken Enchilada Dip recipe.
20
Pumpkin Tomato Soup With Grilled Swiss Cheese Sticks
While we love classic tomato soup, we sometimes want to shake things up a bit when fall comes around. This soup gets an extra creamy dose, not only thanks to sweet pumpkin puree, but with heavy cream and sharp Parmesan.
Get the Pumpkin Tomato Soup With Grilled Swiss Cheese Sticks recipe.