Holidays & Entertaining Holidays Halloween 22 Halloween Finger Foods Your Guests Won't Be Able to Put Down Halloween parties call for easy-to-manage treats—like these flavor-packed bites. By Lisa Milbrand Lisa Milbrand Lisa Milbrand has more than 20 years of experience as a lifestyle writer and editor, writing thousands of articles on topics that help people live better and healthier lives for Real Simple, Parents, and dozens of other top publications. Real Simple's Editorial Guidelines Updated on September 10, 2024 Close Photo: SVETIKD/Getty Images Finger foods are perfect for Halloween parties (and not just because of the spooky thought of "finger" foods!). They're easy to pick at in between trick-or-treat runs, require minimal (if any) dishes or utensils—and as they're poppable bites, they shouldn't mess with those flawless Halloween costumes and makeup jobs. So, when you're planning your Halloween party menu this year, think small. We've wrapped up a collection of the best spooky snacks and tasty bites that'll wow your guests—without requiring you to spend the whole day trapped in the kitchen. 01 of 22 Mini-Pumpkin Pies With Speculoos Crust and Whipped Cream Jennifer Causey Pumpkin pie isn't a Thanksgiving-only treat; in fact, we're sure your Halloween guests will appreciate the warming seasonal treat. We love the mini size and the easy-to-make spiced speculoos cookie crust. Crushed crystallized ginger garnishes each pie for a little extra pizzazz. GET THE RECIPE 02 of 22 Pumpkin Swirl Cheesecake Bars Greg DuPree These make-ahead goodies are a perfect bite of sweetness to balance out a savory Halloween finger food spread. The speculoos cookie crust is met with a swirl of pumpkin spice and regular cheesecake filling. The result is two dozen of these delicious on-theme bars that will have everyone at the party talking. GET THE RECIPE 03 of 22 Pumpkin Sugar Cookies Grace Elkus These pumpkin sugar cookies were made to be eaten on Halloween. They aren't just pumpkin shaped, they actually have pumpkin puree in the batter, plus all the warming spices you associate with fall. Easily make this into a fun party activity by letting guests ice and decorate their own cookies. GET THE RECIPE 04 of 22 Bacon-Wrapped Apricots With Sage Con Poulos These flavorful bites hit all the right notes—sweet and salty, fat, and a hint of tartness from the apricots. The best part is you only need 20 minutes and four ingredients to throw them together. Serve with cocktail picks for easy eating. GET THE RECIPE 05 of 22 Pumpkin Cream Sandwiches Beatriz da Costa These whoopie pie-like sandwiches are a cinch to make—and a kid-friendly sweet to include among your Halloween treats. Between the spiced pumpkin cookies is a big dollop of cream cheese icing. Go ahead and make these the day of your party—it will only take 30 minutes to make and they taste better as fresh as possible. GET THE RECIPE 06 of 22 Cinnamon Spiced Pumpkin Muffins Grace Elkus Pumpkin-spiced anything will be a hit for Halloween. You can make these muffins in a mini-muffin pan so they're bite-sized treats (just reduce the baking time to 10 to 13 minutes). Whip up some cream cheese frosting to make these muffins a bit more dessert-like. GET THE RECIPE 07 of 22 Kale Flatbread Bites Victor Protasio Kale, mozzarella, and mustard cream combine for a funky and flavorful Halloween party menu addition. The recipe starts with store-bought pizza dough to make assembling the sheet pan pizza a snap. Serve with a drizzling of lemon juice for a bit of citrus that perfectly complements the richness of the intense flavor of the kale and cream. GET THE RECIPE 08 of 22 Mini-Twice Baked Loaded Potatoes Grace Elkus Using mini potatoes makes these cheesy, bacony bites finger food-friendly. Each baby red potato is filled with a mix of mashed new potatoes, sour cream, butter, and cheese for a luscious, buttery interior. Double the recipe for a crowd because these are going to go fast. GET THE RECIPE 09 of 22 French Onion Soup Bites Victor Protasio Pair sweet caramelized onions and gooey cheese for a decadent Halloween hors d'oeuvres. If you can't serve a bowl of French onion soup, you might as well make these tasty bites. Plus, they're so easy to assemble; store-bought phyllo pastry shells make this appetizer uncomplicated from the beginning. All that's left to do is caramelize onions, create a cream mixture, and assemble. GET THE RECIPE 10 of 22 Mini Squash Calzones Greg DuPree Butternut squash gives an autumnal vibe to the Italian classic, which is super-easy to make in small sizes. Plus, if there are any vegetarians coming to your party, these calzones are vegetarian. If you have any leftovers (we doubt you will), you can easily freeze them and spread out the deliciousness. GET THE RECIPE 11 of 22 Salty Coffee Toffee Bars Coffee, chocolate, and toffee will be a winning combination to make you the (g)host with the most this Halloween. It starts with a foundation of butter crackers topped with chopped pecans and walnuts and an espresso-chocolate-sugar-butter syrup. Then, butterscotch and chocolate chips top it all off and create a gorgeous marbled effect. A quick sprinkling of flaky salt balances the sweet richness. GET THE RECIPE 12 of 22 Rosemary-Honey Prosciutto Crisps Victor Protasio Give your Halloween charcuterie board a little extra wow with these easy-to-make treats. Simply bake prosciutto until it's crispy, then brush with a warm honey and rosemary syrup. You'll just need 35 minutes of prep time to get these done. GET THE RECIPE 13 of 22 Pumpkin Seeds Getty Images Don't toss the pumpkin seeds when you're done with carving your pumpkin! All it takes is a few ingredients to turn them into a tasty little Halloween party snack. While you can go for the classic honey salt combo, there are plenty of other ways to flavor the seeds, including blends like chile-lime and rosemary-parmesan. GET THE RECIPE 14 of 22 Marshmallow Popcorn Bars John Kernick Skip the crispy rice cereal and make this gooey popcorn and marshmallow treat instead this Halloween. You just need popcorn, butter, and marshmallows to get the job done. But for a little Halloween twist, sprinkle the bars with orange-black sprinkles before they've set, or add Halloween M&Ms to the mix. GET THE RECIPE 15 of 22 Spicy Deviled Eggs Philip Friedman; Styling by Colleen Riley When it has "devil" in the title, it's a guaranteed hit for Halloween. These deviled eggs get a little extra kick from cayenne instead of the typical paprika. It is a quick option that you can throw together just minutes before the party gets started. GET THE RECIPE 16 of 22 Oven Baked Chicken Tenders Greg DuPree This recipe makes 36 tenders, which will be plenty to feed all the hungry monsters at your Halloween party. You'll serve these with a homemade honey-mustard sauce, but feel free to put out other crowd-pleasers like ketchup, ranch, and barbecue sauce. Plus, they're much healthier than your average fried chicken tenders since they are baked in the oven. GET THE RECIPE 17 of 22 Easy Guacamole Dana Gallagher There's a good reason a bowl of guacamole shows up at nearly every party: It's so easy to make, and everyone loves it. This recipe incorporates all the classic ingredients: avocados, lime juice, onion, jalapeños, cilantro, and salt and pepper. Serve with a bowl of tortilla chips for easy dipping. GET THE REICPE 18 of 22 Spinach Alfredo French Bread Pizza Greg DuPree This bread pizza is so good, the garlic in it won't even keep the vampires away. You'll just need a handful of ingredients, including a loaf of French bread and store-bought Alfredo sauce, to make this easy crowd pleaser. To make it party ready, you may need to double the recipe and cut the bread into smaller chunks. GET THE RECIPE 19 of 22 Malted Chocolate Brownies Victor Protasio This brownie recipe uses one of your favorite Halloween candies: Whoppers! The malted milk balls are chopped up and added to the batter for texture. You'll also use malted milk powder in the batter, which brings out a caramelly, sweet flavor. GET THE RECIPE 20 of 22 Refried Bean and Cheese Melts Jennifer Causey Also known as molletes, this tasty Mexican snack is beloved for its crave-worthiness and simplicity in assembly. Make some pico de gallo, guacamole, or salsa to stack on the melts for more yum in each bite. Like Halloween magic, they're ready in just 10 minutes. GET THE RECIPE 21 of 22 Pumpkin Cupcakes John Kernick These adorable pumpkin cupcakes come together with just six ingredients and starts with a box cake mix. Pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spice bring autumnal flavor to each bite. The cream cheese icing is rich and lush and topped with candy corn. Feel free to swap or alternate the candy corn with similar pumpkin candies. GET THE RECIPE 22 of 22 Mini S’mores Cookie Cups Grace Elkus Can't gather around a fire to make s'mores this Halloween? Make these mini s'mores cookie cups instead which incorporate all the flavors you love in traditional s'mores but in a chewy bite-size cookie. A marshmallow and a Hershey's kiss tops a soft graham cracker cookie. You'll get 48 of these goey cookies out of this recipe. GET THE RECIPE 50 Halloween Desserts and Treats That Are Scary Good Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit