From updated favorites to brand-new ideas, these recipes will help you treat yourself healthier than ever before!
Halloween is coming up soon, which means sweet treats will be everywhere. If you’re craving something indulgent without causing a sugar crash later, you’ve come to the right place! Skinny Ms. has gathered up 16 of the best recipes for fun and healthy Halloween treats that are guaranteed to please.
We’ve included everything from updated classics to brand-new favorites! There’s sure to be a dessert for every occasion. Remember: don’t completely deprive yourself! It’s okay to indulge your sweet tooth every now and then. Moderation is the key. Luckily, these recipes are guilt-free, so you can have your cake and eat it too!
1. Spooky Peanut Butter Rice Krispy Treats
Making your own rice treats is easy, and they don’t have all the extra mystery ingredients! The addition of peanut butter gives these a twist, and who can resist that adorably spooky face? Great for kids and adults of all ages!
2. Sweet Potato Granola
A healthy treat at breakfast? Yes, please! This amazing granola is packed with oats, nuts, and sweet potato, giving you plenty of energy to last until lunch. The addition of cinnamon and cranberries give it a wonderful Fall flavor that you’ll crave (and won’t feel bad about snacking on) all year long.
3. Gluten Free Monster Cookies
Cookies don’t have to be a major indulgence! These little treats are gluten-free and have plenty of character. Plus, they’re much lower in sugar than your average cookie, which is always a good thing. You definitely won’t feel like a monster after eating one of these!
4. Chocolate Mice
No need for alarm—these little guys are as delicious as they are adorable. A modification of our Homemade Date Chocolate Truffles, these mice have a variety of uses—from being a scary Halloween treat to cute critters created for consumption.
5. Chocolate Peanut Butter Popcorn Truffles
Nothing says Halloween quite like a popcorn ball, so we found a recipe with all of that wonderfully nostalgic flavor packed into a tasty dark chocolate truffle. Dark chocolate is high in antioxidants, so you won’t feel guilty about snacking on a few of these treats. They are perfect for a more elegant twist on the holiday classic.
6. Harry Potter Inspired Pumpkin Juice
Accio pumpkin juice! We all wish we could attend one of Hogwarts’ legendary feasts, but this recipe will bring you a little closer to the wizarding world. Pumpkins are full of vitamins and nutrients, and the addition of pumpkin pie spice makes this juice feel even sweeter. Grab this instead of that sugar-heavy pumpkin spice latte for a quick pick-me-up!
7. Dark Chocolate Dipped Pretzels
An easy, quick treat for any occasion is a batch of chocolate-dipped pretzels! By adding Halloween-themed decorations, they look perfectly spooky and festive. Pretzels are low in fat, and the addition of dark chocolate means these snacks are perfect when you’re craving something sweet and salty.
8. Clean Eating Caramel Apples
We used little Lady apples dipped in cane sugar-free coconut milk and brown rice syrup to create the caramel sauce for these small sugar-free versions of the classic Hallows Eve treat. The miniature size makes them great for small bites at a Halloween party.
9. Witches Brew – Mulled Cranberry-Apple Cider
Crafts your own witches brew with this super simple recipe! Thanks to ingredients like apple cider, cranberry juice, cinnamon, allspice berries, lemon zest, and more, this homemade cider is bursting with fall scents and flavors!
10. Healthier Homemade Snickers
Another perfect knock-off treat just in time for Halloween! By making a few simple substitutions, these Snickers are much healthier due to their lower sugar content. The best part? You won’t even notice the difference. A perfect Halloween treat to hand out to the trick-or-treaters this year!
11. Single-Serve Healthy Pumpkin Mug Cake with Chocolate Pumpkin Frosting
Mug cakes are on-trend right now, and for good reason. A single serving of a treat is the perfect amount, and those tempting leftovers aren’t sitting around waiting to be eaten! Nothing says Halloween like pumpkins, and we’re loving the double hit of pumpkin in this cake.
12. Gluten-Free Pumpkin Orange Glazed Doughnuts
Everyone knows cider doughnuts are popular during autumn, but why not pumpkin doughnuts? These doughnuts are healthier because they’re baked (not fried), and they’re gluten-free! The orange elevates the flavor of the pumpkin in a wonderful way, so these are the perfect treats for a Halloween brunch!
13. Halloween Banana Popsicles
Halloween can mean cute, not scary, and that’s exactly what these popsicles are. Bananas have loads of potassium, and the greek yogurt coating adds plenty of protein to keep you feeling full and satisfied. You can even drizzle some peanut butter on top for a slightly more indulgent twist—boo-tiful!
14. Almond Joy Granola Bars
If you’re looking to get your candy bar fix in a healthier way, these granola bars are for you! The chocolate topping adds a nice sweetness to the rest of this delicious treat. Can you believe they only take 15 minutes to whip up? Perfect for a weeknight dessert or breakfast on the go!
15. Vegan Butternut Squash Sugar Cookies
It’s true, vegetables can be a delicious addition to cookies! If you don’t believe me, try these vegan butternut squash sugar cookies for a tasty Halloween treat! Butternut squash is similar in flavor to pumpkin, so don’t be scared to use it in your cooking and baking more. Combined with a tasty blend of fall flavors, these cookies are sugar, spice, and everything nice.
16. Vegan Pecan Pumpkin Shake
Back away from the sugary pumpkin drink! Indulge in something even richer (but for fewer calories) and nutrient-packed. This shake is delicious! Pumpkin purée adds a silky richness to this shake that you can’t get at a coffee shop, and the warming spices make it feel all the more cozy.
During Halloween, it can be tempting to reach for unhealthy treats. Thankfully, you can indulge this year without ruining your meal plan! Stick to these recipes for fun and healthy Halloween treats when you’re craving something sweet, and you’ll look and feel even more amazing.
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