15 Quick & Easy Gluten-Free Halloween Snacks

Halloween is just around the corner, and now is the perfect time to start planning your snacks menu! Whether you’re hosting a spooky Halloween party for kids, or just prepping some festive treats for your family, it’s always a good idea to include gluten-free options. Gluten-free Halloween snacks ensure everyone can join in the fun, especially those with dietary restrictions like celiac disease or gluten sensitivities.

Some people go gluten-free for health reasons, while others choose this lifestyle for its benefits. Today, I’m sharing a roundup of gluten-free Halloween snacks that are both spooky and delicious!

How To Make Halloween Snacks Healthy

If you want to keep your Halloween snacks on the healthier side, here are a few ways to do it without sacrificing flavor or fun:

1. Swap Regular Candy with Healthier Options

Halloween candy is a staple, but opting for healthier versions like dark chocolate, or treats without artificial dyes can make a big difference. Look for brands that offer free candies from allergens, including gluten.

2. Use Dairy-Free Alternatives

For those with dairy sensitivities, make your snacks dairy free by using plant-based ingredients like almond milk, coconut cream, or vegan chocolate.

3. Incorporate Fruits and Veggies

Balance out the sugary snacks with fresh fruits and vegetables. You can create festive trays with spooky shapes or use healthier dips like hummus or guacamole.

15 Gluten-Free Halloween Snacks

Now, let’s dive into the fun part—spooky, tasty treats! These gluten-free Halloween snacks are great for both kids and adults.

1. Pumpkin Rice Crispy Treats

A Halloween classic with a twist. Make these gluten-free by using gluten-free crispy rice cereal. Shape them into little pumpkins and decorate with candy eyes and gluten-free chocolate chips.

Ingredients:

• Gluten-free crispy rice cereal
• Marshmallows
• Orange food coloring
• Candy eyes
• Gluten-free chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Melt the marshmallows with a little butter.
2. Stir in the crispy rice cereal and food coloring.
3. Shape into mini pumpkins and add candy eyes and chocolate chips for the face.

2. Ghostly Dark Chocolate Bark

This easy dark chocolate bark is perfect for adults who want something festive yet sophisticated. Mix in gluten-free toppings like pretzels, nuts, and dried fruit.

Ingredients:

• Dark chocolate
• Gluten-free pretzels
• Dried cranberries
• Almonds

Instructions:

1. Melt the dark chocolate in a microwave or double boiler.
2. Spread the chocolate onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
3. Top with gluten-free pretzels, dried cranberries, and almonds.
4. Let it cool and break it into pieces.

3. Monster Apple Bites

These are perfect for kids! Use apple slices, peanut butter, sunflower seeds, and candy eyes to create fun, spooky monster faces.

Ingredients:

• Green apples
• Peanut butter (or a dairy-free alternative)
• Sunflower seeds
• Candy eyes
• Strawberries for the tounge!

Instructions:

1. Slice into the apple.
2. Spread peanut butter between two slices and add sunflower seeds as “teeth.”
3. Stick candy eyes on top for the monster look.

4. Mummy Hot Dogs

Mummy hot dogs are fun for kids and easy to make gluten-free by using gluten-free puff pastry or crescent dough.

Ingredients:

• Gluten-free puff pastry
• Hot dogs (or vegan alternatives)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
2. Wrap the gluten-free dough around the hot dogs, leaving spaces for eyes.
3. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden.
4. Add eyes using mustard or ketchup, or candy eyes!

5. Mini Candy Apples

These mini gluten-free candy apples are a healthier alternative to traditional Halloween candy.

Ingredients:

• Small apples
• Gluten-free caramel
• Crushed nuts or sprinkles

Instructions:

1. Dip the apples into the caramel.
2. Roll them in crushed nuts or gluten-free sprinkles.

6. Spider Deviled Eggs

These savory deviled eggs are naturally gluten-free. Use black olives to create a spider on top for a creepy, fun presentation.

Ingredients:

• Eggs
• Mayonnaise
• Black olives

Instructions:

1. Make deviled eggs as you normally would.
2. Cut black olives to create a spider shape.
3. Place the olive spider on top of each egg.

7. Pumpkin Spice Popcorn

A sweet and savory treat that’s perfect for Halloween parties. Pumpkin spice popcorn is both gluten and dairy free!

Ingredients:

• Popcorn kernels
• Coconut oil
• Pumpkin spice seasoning

Instructions:

1. Pop the kernels using coconut oil.
2. Toss with pumpkin spice seasoning and a sprinkle of sugar.

8. Witch Finger Pretzels

Use gluten-free pretzels and dip them in green chocolate to resemble witch fingers. An almond at the tip makes a spooky nail!

Ingredients:

• Gluten-free pretzel rods
• Green candy melts
• Almonds

Instructions:

1. Melt the candy melts and dip the pretzel rods.
2. Place an almond at the end for the “nail.”
3. Let them harden before serving.

9. Candy Corn Fruit Cups

Layer fruit to resemble candy corn. This dairy free option is both fun and healthy!

Ingredients:

• Pineapple
• Mandarin oranges
• Whipped coconut cream

Instructions:

1. Layer the pineapple, oranges, and coconut cream in clear cups.

10. Ghost Bananas

Super simple and cute. Just cut bananas in half and use dark chocolate chips to create eyes and mouths.

Ingredients:

• Bananas
• Dark chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Cut bananas in half.
2. Press dark chocolate chips into the bananas to create ghost faces.

11. Spider Web Cupcakes

Decorate gluten-free chocolate chip cupcakes with spiderweb designs using frosting.

Ingredients:

• Gluten-free cupcake mix
• Frosting

Instructions:

1. Bake gluten-free cupcakes and let them cool.
2. Use white icing to create a spiderweb design on top.

12. Pumpkin Hummus

A savory dip perfect for adults. Serve with gluten-free crackers or veggie sticks.

Ingredients:

• Chickpeas
• Pumpkin puree
• Olive oil

Instructions:

1. Blend all ingredients together until smooth.
2. Serve with gluten-free crackers or vegetables.

13. Candy Corn Jello Cups

Layer gluten-free jello in candy corn colors for a fun party snack.

Ingredients:

• Orange and yellow jello
• Whipped coconut cream

Instructions:

1. Prepare jello in layers in clear cups.
2. Top with coconut cream.

14. Ghostly Marshmallows

Dip marshmallows in white chocolate and use dark chocolate to create ghost faces.

Ingredients:

• Marshmallows
• White chocolate
• Dark chocolate

Instructions:

1. Dip marshmallows in melted white chocolate.
2. Use dark chocolate for eyes and mouths.

15. Gluten-Free Brownie Bites

Use gluten-free brownie mix to create bite-sized brownies, and decorate them with Halloween sprinkles.

Ingredients:

• Gluten-free brownie mix
• Halloween sprinkles

Instructions:

1. Bake brownies according to the package.
2. Once cooled, cut into bite-sized pieces and decorate with sprinkles.

Don’t forget to check out our mom and son halloween costumes for more spooky ideas, and for something healthy, take a look at healthy cucumber snacks. These gluten-free Halloween snacks are the perfect addition to any party and ensure that everyone, including those with celiac disease, can indulge in the Halloween fun!