Holidays & Entertaining Holidays Halloween 40 Halloween Finger Foods Your Guests Won't Be Able to Put Down Halloween parties call for easy-to-manage treats—like these flavor-packed bites. By Lisa Milbrand Lisa Milbrand Lisa Milbrand has more than 20 years of experience as a lifestyle writer and editor, writing thousands of articles on topics that help people live better and healthier lives for Real Simple, Parents, and dozens of other top publications. Real Simple's Editorial Guidelines Updated on September 11, 2023 Close Photo: SVETIKD/Getty Images Finger foods are perfect for Halloween parties (and not just because of the spooky thought of "finger" foods!). They're easy to pick at in between trick or treat runs, require minimal (if any) dishes or utensils—and as they're poppable bites, they shouldn't mess with those flawless Halloween costumes and makeup jobs. Halloween Party Checklist: Planning the Perfect Halloween Party So when you're planning your Halloween party menu this year, think small. We've wrapped up a collection of the best spooky snacks and tasty bites that'll wow your guests—without requiring you to spend the whole day trapped in the kitchen. 01 of 40 Hot Honey Lamb Meatballs Victor Protasio These sweet and spicy meatballs will definitely be a hit at your Halloween party. Get the Recipe 02 of 40 Spicy Deviled Eggs Philip Friedman; Styling by Colleen Riley When it has "devil" in the title, it's a guaranteed hit for Halloween. These deviled eggs get a little extra kick from cayenne instead of the typical paprika. Get the Recipe 03 of 40 Sweet and Salty Pumpkin Seeds John Kernick Don't toss the pumpkin seeds when you're done with carving your pumpkin! All it takes is a few ingredients to turn them into a tasty little Halloween party snack. Get the Recipe 04 of 40 Green Olive Pizza Rolls Philip Friedman; Styling: Colleen Riley Not gonna lie—these delicious pizza rolls look a lot like eyeballs when they're sliced in half. (So go ahead and make that part of your Halloween party presentation!) Get the Recipe 05 of 40 Many-Cheese Cheese Ball Victor Protasio This recipe is the perfect way to clear out cheese board leftovers—and the green herbal coating gives it a Swamp Thing vibe that's perfect for Halloween. Get the Recipe 06 of 40 Pumpkin Cream Puffs Max Kelly Pumpkin cream makes the classic French dessert an essential Halloween treat. Get the Recipe 07 of 40 Pears With Blue Cheese and Prosciutto Mikkel Vang Use some of that fabulous fall fruit for this easy-to-assemble fall finger food. If pears aren't your thing, try it with apple slices. Get the Recipe 08 of 40 Bacon Wrapped Apricots With Sage Con Poulos These flavorful bites hit all the right notes—sweet and salty, fat and a hint of tartness from the apricots. Get the Recipe 09 of 40 Pumpkin Cream Sandwiches Beatriz da Costa These whoopie pie-like sandwiches are a cinch to make—and a kid-friendly sweet to include among your Halloween treats. Get the Recipe 10 of 40 Mini Grilled Cheese With Chutney Mini Grilled Cheese. Real Simple Grilled cheese is always delicious—but add in fruit jam or chutney to take it to the next level for your Halloween party. Get the Recipe 30 Things to Do on Halloween if You're Not Going Trick-or-Treating 11 of 40 Carrot Ginger Dip Caitlin Bensel Dips are a perfect addition to any Halloween finger food spread. Ginger adds spice to this healthy carrot dip, which you can serve with chopped veggies or make it scream Halloween with breadsticks shaped like fingers. Get the Recipe 12 of 40 Cinnamon Spiced Pumpkin Muffins Grace Elkus Pumpkin-spiced anything will be a hit for Halloween. You can make these muffins in a mini-muffin pan so they're bite-sized treats (just reduce the baking time to 10 to 13 minutes). Get the Recipe 13 of 40 Pimento Mac and Cheese Bites Heather Meldrom If your Halloween finger-food display is going to be more like a meal, offer up these comfort food bites with a hint of spice. (Use green toothpicks to make them look a little like a pumpkin.) Get the Recipe 14 of 40 Kale Flatbread Bites Victor Protasio Kale, mozzarella, and a mustard cream combine for a funky and flavorful Halloween party menu addition. Get the Recipe 34 Easy Fall Cocktails That Celebrate the Season 15 of 40 Spicy Parmesan Crackers Paprika, parmesan, and cayenne combine to give simple saltines a real kick of flavor. They're the perfect addition to a charcuterie board—or serve them with the many-cheese cheese ball! Get the Recipe 16 of 40 Fancy Pigs in a Blanket Quentin Bacon Wrap the puff pastry thinly to give these pigs in a blanket the look of mummy wraps for your Halloween menu. Get the Recipe 17 of 40 Herb and Cheese Crackers Want to go a little overboard for your Halloween finger food spread? (Who doesn't!) Make these easy homemade crackers, and use Halloween themed cookie cutters or shape into creepy fingers for an on-point base for your favorite dips and cheeses. Get the Recipe 18 of 40 Chocolate Bar Fondue Anna Williams Who says you have to trick or treat to get candy? Melting chocolate bars into a fondue is a perfect way to add a little sugar to your Halloween party. Get the Recipe 19 of 40 Manchego and Fig Jam Crostini Getty Images For an upscale October nosh, try these pretty (and easy-to-make) crostinis, topped with a sprig of rosemary and a slice of fresh fig. Get the Recipe 20 of 40 Pumpkin Swirl Cheesecake Bars Greg DuPree These make-ahead goodies are a perfect bite of sweet to balance out a savory Halloween finger food spread. Get the Recipe 21 of 40 Spicy Corn and Chorizo Nachos Levi Brown Nachos are a beloved snack buffet addition. Chorizo and jalapeños give them plenty of kick. Get the Recipe 15 Recipes For Nachos You’ll Want to Make ASAP 22 of 40 Spiced Pita Chips Beatriz da Costa Set these crispy bites next to a flavorful dip—and cut them into Halloween shapes with a cookie cutter if you're feeling a little extra about your display. Get the Recipe 23 of 40 Rosemary Pecans Rosemary Pecans. Real Simple You can make these well in advance to feature in your Halloween party menu. Get the Recipe 24 of 40 M&M Popcorn Balls Samantha Seneviratne If you overdid it on your trick-or-treat candy, use some of the extras in this easy-to-make treat. You can use any type of M&Ms, or opt for Skittles or chop up some fun-size bars to mix in. Get the Recipe 25 of 40 Mini-Twice Baked Loaded Potatoes Grace Elkus Using mini potatoes makes these cheesy, bacony bites finger food-friendly. Get the Recipe 26 of 40 Polenta Bites With Bacon, Dates, and Blue Cheese Heather Meldrom Spicy bacon, creamy polenta, and sweet dates get a punch of flavor from blue cheese for this meal-like mini-bite. Get the Recipe 50 Halloween Desserts and Treats That Are Scary Good 27 of 40 French Onion Soup Bites Victor Protasio Pair sweet caramelized onions and gooey cheese for a decadent Halloween hors d'oeuvres. Get the Recipe 28 of 40 Mini Squash Calzones Greg DuPree Butternut squash gives an autumnal vibe to the Italian classic, which is super-easy to make in small sizes. Get the Recipe 29 of 40 Mini-Goat Cheese Balls Victor Protasio These poppable bites have a creepy color scheme after being rolled in dried cherries and sesame seeds. Get the Recipe 30 of 40 Caramelized Onion and Apple Tart Con Poulos Make this super-easy tart in no time flat, and trim it into bite-sized pieces for your Halloween finger food spread. Get the Recipe 31 of 40 Salty Coffee Toffee Bars Coffee, chocolate, and toffee will be a winning combination to make you the (g)host with the most this Halloween. Get the Recipe 32 of 40 Labneh With Pink Peppercorns, Coriander, and Fennel Seeds Jennifer Causey A sprinkling of spice elevates labneh (a thick, creamy yogurt) into a can't-put-it-down dip. Get the Recipe 33 of 40 Marshmallow Popcorn Bars John Kernick Skip the crispy rice cereal and make this gooey popcorn-and-marshmallow treat instead this Halloween. Get the Recipe 34 of 40 Honey Paprika Walnuts Greg DuPree You can whip up these sweet, smoky, spicy—and pretty healthy—walnuts with practically no prep involved. Get the Recipe 35 of 40 Pink Hummus Victor Protasio Halloween is the perfect time to serve fun-colored dips—and this bloody-good take on hummus gets its bold red hue from healthy beets. Get the Recipe 36 of 40 Rosemary-Honey Prosciutto Crisps Victor Protasio Give your Halloween charcuterie board a little extra wow with these easy-to-make treats—simply bake prosciutto until it's crispy, then brush with a warm honey and rosemary syrup. Get the Recipe 37 of 40 Gingerbread Pretzel Popcorn Who says gingerbread has to wait until December? Mix popcorn and pretzels with those warming spices for a fun grab-and-go Halloween snack. Get the Recipe 38 of 40 Smoked Gouda and Pepper Cheese Puffs Victor Protasio French choux dough only sounds hard—it's simple to transform it into decadent cheese puffs. Get the Recipe 39 of 40 Mini-Pumpkin Pies With Speculoos Crust and Whipped Cream Jennifer Causey Pumpkin pie isn't a Thanksgiving-only treat. We love the mini size and the easy-to-make spiced speculoos cookie crust. Get the Recipe 40 of 40 Pumpkin Grilled Cheese Philip Friedman; Styling: Colleen Riley Adding pumpkin puree to grilled cheese makes it even gooier and creamier. Trim the bread into mini-pumpkin shapes to make it a trick-or-treat-worthy goodie. Get the Recipe Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit