Halloween is filled with candy and sweets galore, but consider making your celebrations a bit healthier this year. There are so many fun Halloween treat recipes that you and everyone in your family will love.
Sweet Potato Jack-o-Lanterns
Looking to add a bit of Halloween fun to your October dinners? Try these sweet potato jack-o-lanterns! They're not only simple to make with just a few ingredients, but they also make for a nutritious side dish.
Ingredients:
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- Oil of choice
- Sea salt
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Peel the sweet potatoes using a vegetable peeler.
- Slice the sweet potatoes into rounds, about 1/4 inch thick.
- Carefully carve jack-o-lantern faces into each slice using a sharp paring knife.
- Arrange the slices on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Drizzle with oil, ensuring each piece is evenly coated.
- Sprinkle with sea salt and roast for 25-30 minutes.
Green Monster Cookies
These gluten-free cookies are packed with chickpeas and bananas, making them a healthier Halloween treat. With no refined sugar and a fun green color, they're sure to be a hit with kids!
Ingredients:
- 1.5 cups cooked or canned chickpeas
- 2 medium ripe bananas (about 230 grams with peels)
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- ½ cup peanut butter homemade or store-bought
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce
- ¾ cup rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Candy eyes
- Green food dye (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (176°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Combine all ingredients (except the food dye) in a food processor and blend until smooth.
- Add 25-30 drops of green food dye and pulse a few times to mix.
- Scoop the batter onto the baking sheets using a small cookie scoop (about 26 cookies).
- Flatten and shape the cookies with wet hands or the back of a spoon, as the batter won't spread much during baking.
- Bake for 16-18 minutes, then press candy eyes into the warm cookies. Let cool before serving.
Spooky Fruit
Not into baking? No problem! This easy fruit platter is perfect for Halloween. All you need is your favorite fruit and a few simple decorations. It's a fun and healthy activity to enjoy with kids.
Ingredients:
- Apples
- Mini marshmallows
- Googly eyes
- Melted white chocolate
- Grapes
- Strawberries
- Bananas
- Mini chocolate chips
- Big chocolate chips
Instructions:
- For the bananas: Slice them in half, then add mini chocolate chips for the eyes and a large chip for the mouth.
- For the apples: Slice them into quarters and carefully cut out a small portion without cutting through. Place mini marshmallows for teeth, then use melted white chocolate to attach googly eyes.
- For the grapes: Slice in half and gently press googly eyes on top; the moisture will help them stick.
- For the strawberries: Wash and dry, drizzle with white chocolate, and add eyes. No matter how you spend your time this Halloween, replacing sugary candy with fun and healthy treats can be a great option for the whole family!
However you celebrate this Halloween, swapping out sugary treats for these fun and healthy alternatives is a great way to enjoy the festivities with your family!
published: Sept. 30, 2024, 8:35 p.m.