11 Easy Halloween Treats for School

By Recipes by Genevieve Ko and Kimberly Stoney
August 29, 2016
Credit: Dane Tashima
Figuring out what to bring to a Halloween class party doesn't have to be scary. Here are some easy (and spooky) snack and craft party ideas that won't leave you feeling like a zombie.
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Yummy Mummies

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You can make these fruity treats up to 24 hours before serving.

Recipe by Genevieve Ko

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Candy Corn Pizza

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These cheesy bites are delish and safe at room temperature for up to 2 hours.

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Savory Spiders

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Switch up these sammies by using hummus, PB&J, or another filling of your choice.

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Pepper Jack-o’-Lanterns

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Go even easier: Just fill peppers with store-bought onion dip or ranch dressing.

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Eyeball Donuts

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We also used Wilton’s Bloody Eyeball Royal Icing Decorations for some of them!

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Bark with a Bite

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This treat comes together fast: Melt a package of candy melts according to package directions, then spread onto parchment paper. Press in various candies; let cool. Break to serve. One package makes about nine servings.

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Glow Bugs

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1. Before the party: Print a bug template for each child onto cardstock; trim as indicated. Cut 5 x 1¾-inch strips of cardstock in the same colors. Place a bug design, cardstock strip, and a battery-operated tea light into a zip-top bag for each child.

2. At the party: Have the kids decorate their bugs and assemble the lights. Wrap the strip around the light and secure with tape. Then tape on the bug at the seam. 

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Cyclops Skewers

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Halloween can be healthy too! Thread segments of fruit (we used pineapple, kiwi, watermelon, strawberries, and clementines) onto 4-inch bamboo skewers; push on a melon ball last. Press in mini chocolate chip "pupils" and carrot strip "antennae."

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Cereal Balls

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Eye-catching treats the whole class will enjoy. 

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Pet Rocks

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Kids will dig giving their spiders real personality!

What To Do 

1. Before the party: Cut a bunch of pipe cleaners in half so that there are four pieces for each student. Bring a rock for each child.

2. At the party: Spread out wax paper and have the children paint the rocks as desired (leave the bottoms unpainted); let dry.

3. While they’re drying, the kids can make the legs: Wrap one pipe cleaner around the middle of the other three, and twist in place. Spread them out, and bend each in the middle to make joints.

4. Glue the legs to the bottom of the rock, then glue on googly eyes. Let dry before taking home.

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Pretzel Mummies

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These classroom-worthy treats can be made up to 24 hours ahead! 

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