10 Healthy Halloween Treats You Don’t Have To Feel Guilty About Eating
We all gorge on candy this time of year. But if you’re sick of the same routine every Halloween (not to mention the sugar comas and extra weight gain), try having some of these healthier treats that are just as good as eating regular candy. They use all-natural sweeteners and ingredients, so you’ll actually get some nutrition from your sweets.
1. Chocolate Bars
Did you know that making your own homemade Chocolate Bars is super easy? You can even add things like chopped nuts or cranberries if you like. These are super delicious.
2. Healthy Candied Apples
Candied apples scream Halloween. If you’re craving this treat, there’s no need to settle for the traditional recipe filled with corn syrup and processed sugars. Switch to a delicious, healthier alternative for guiltless snacking this Halloween season.
3. Graveyard Dirt Cupcakes
Celebrate Halloween in the best fashion with this Graveyard Dirt Cupcakes recipe. Not your ordinary cupcake; it’s a treat that kids and adults alike will surely enjoy.
4. Witch Finger Cookies
If you’re looking for a Halloween-inspired baked treat, look no further. The Witch Finger Cookies recipe is a gluten-free and dairy-free treat for Halloween. It’s the perfect treat to put you in the mood for a spooky celebration.
5. Cauldron Cake
This beguiling Cauldron Cake recipe will be the centerpiece of your Halloween celebration. Say goodbye to sugary snacks and treats and hello to an irresistible cake recipe in single-serve form to satisfy your sweet tooth.
6. Coffin Bread
Up the spooky factor on your Halloween dessert table with this Coffin Bread. Made with chocolate, it’s a healthier spin on your favorite Halloween snacks or desserts. The extra effort to decorate this cake is worthwhile, especially if Halloween is your favorite holiday!
7. Homemade Kettle Corn
Dig into this Homemade Kettle Corn that tastes as good (if not better) than the ones you’d get at the carnival! It is made with two secret ingredients that make it good, but without adding too much sugar. It’s the perfect Halloween treat or for snacking when you’re in the mood for the spooky movie marathon!
8. Pumpkin Cupcakes
Made with whole grain and no processed sugar, these Pumpkin Cupcakes are the ultimate healthy Halloween treat! Bring fall flavors to your holiday table with this healthy twist to a regular Halloween cupcake – and the kids can’t even tell the difference.
9. Peanut Brittle
Peanut Brittle is an old-fashioned candy known for using lots of sugar and processed ingredients. If you want to make Peanut Brittle as a Halloween treat, you can do so without the corn syrup and sugar. This recipe is all you need, and you’ll never need any other recipe again.
10. Pumpkin Cheesecake
Who doesn’t love cheesecake? If you do, you’ll love this healthy version of a Pumpkin Cheesecake to indulge in this Halloween without the guilt. Check out the recipe to find out which secret ingredient takes this cheesecake recipe to the next level.
11. Pumpkin Spice Cake
Made in an instant pot, this Pumpkin Spice Cake is a small yield cake perfect to bring in the fall season. It also makes for a healthy Halloween treat that does not scrimp on flavor. In fact, even the kids will love digging into this!
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This originally appeared on The Gracious Pantry.