Chocolate Caramel Apples via Modest Marce

There are literally a million things you can dip, roll or drizzle these spooky-licious apples in.

Halloween Creepy Jello Cups via Easy and Delish

You really can leave this make ahead to the last minute. This three ingredient, ten minute recipe is the ultimate last minute easy party dessert. Make, chill (for just two hours) and serve.

Pumpkin Pie Cheesecake Dip via A Night Owl Blog

In just a few minutes you can have the most delicious and creamy Pumpkin Pie Cheesecake Dip! Serve this dip along side graham crackers (which have always been a fall essential for me)

Pretzel Pumpkin Candy via The Spruce Eats

Three ingredients and 15 minutes are all you need to whip up a batch of pumpkin pretzels. 🥨

Day of the Dead Skull Cookies via Wilton

You will need this particular skull shaped cookie cutter to create the traditional shape. This recipe uses simple black and white designs, but feel free to go crazy with your own colorful designs.

Shredded Chicken & Rice Stuffed Peppers via Everyday Jenny

Served with carved peppers for just perfect for Halloween, these stuffed peppers are easy to make ahead of time in your crockpot (or slow cooker).

Harvest Hash Trail Mix via The House of Hendrix

Perfectly simple leave out party snack. Make a large batch and distribute around your party space in small bowls for guests to help themselves. These small black dishes work great.

Black Serving Bowls

These bowls are just what you need for serving up a scary treat

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Ghost Popcorn Balls via The First Year

With just five ingredients you can make these delicious ghostly treats. The best part, is coming up with creative ways to display them in your haunted mansion (or house).

Still need some 2021 costume inspiration? Don’t forget to look at our list of the best easy last-minute Halloween costumes.

If you haven’t yet read our make-ahead Thanksgiving appetizers post, you’ll want to know it’s full of recipes to help avoid last-minute kitchen dramas.

Did you enjoy this read on make ahead Halloween party food? If so, don’t forget to share it with your friends on social media! 😊

Drink Up Witches Banner

Set the scene with this spooky banner

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Cocktail Bartender Kit

This handy kit contains the supplies to make just about any cocktail and even has some recipe cards included

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Inflatable Vampire Drinks Cooler

"I vont to drink your boos...."

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