Halloween is the perfect time to indulge in festive treats, but you don’t have to sacrifice your health goals for a little seasonal fun. This year, delight in Halloween desserts that use natural ingredients for a healthier twist. From spooky chocolate avocado pudding cups to crunchy trail mix and playful apple monster slices, these low-sugar treats offer delicious, nutritious alternatives that will satisfy your cravings and keep you feeling great. Get ready to enjoy Halloween with treats that are as wholesome as they are delicious!
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11 Sugar-Conscious Halloween Recipes
#1 Chocolate Peanut Butter Spiderweb Bark
This fun and festive chocolate treat is made with just three ingredients and makes for the perfect healthy alternative to sugary store-bought chocolate bars. Swap peanut butter for any nut butter of choice, and enjoy with any added toppings, such as a pinch of flaky sea salt or chopped nuts.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups dairy-free dark chocolate chips
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter, unsweetened
- Flaky sea salt, optional
Directions:
Step #1: Line a small sheet pan with parchment paper. Set aside.
Step #2: Add the chocolate chips to a microwave-safe bowl and melt in 30-second increments until smooth, then evenly pour it onto the lined baking sheet.
Step #3: If peanut butter is hard, add it to a separate bowl and microwave for 15-30 seconds until warm and stirrable. To create peanut butter webs, drizzle it onto the chocolate mixture in spiral shapes. Then, use a toothpick to create spider web lines, starting from the innermost spiral and dragging it out. Option to sprinkle with sea salt or any toppings of choice.
Step #4: Place in the freezer for 1-3 hours to chill and harden. Once firm, break into pieces.
Step #5: Serve and enjoy!
#2 Gut-Healthy Orange & Pomegranate Pumpkin Gelatin Gummies
If you or your little ones love Halloween gummies, you’ll be excited to know that making your own is easy — and much healthier. Not only is this recipe significantly lower in sugar, but it’s naturally sweetened with just pure fruit juice and raw honey. Plus, because it’s made with grass-fed gelatin, it’s even good for your gut!
Ingredients:
Pomegranate:
- 1 cup pure pomegranate juice, unsweetened
- 2 tbsp honey
- 4 tbsp unflavored grass-fed gelatin
Orange:
- 1 cup fresh-squeezed orange juice, unsweetened
- 2 tbsp raw honey
- 4 tbsp unflavored grass-fed gelatin
Directions:
Step #1: In a small saucepan, bring the pomegranate juice and honey to a slight boil. Then, add the gelatin and whisk rapidly until it’s fully dissolved.
Step #2: Pour mixture into silicone molds of choice (such as gummy worm molds or optional Halloween-shaped molds) and place in the refrigerator to harden and chill for 20-30 minutes.
Step #3: Repeat the above steps for orange-flavored gummies.
Step #4: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to enjoy!
#3 Low-Sugar Pecan Pie Truffles
Like miniature pecan pies with a healthy twist! Perfect for both kids and adults, these Halloween sweet treats are low in sugar, full of healthy fats, and packed with nutrients.
Ingredients:
- ½ cup almond flour
- ½ cup pecans
- ¼ cup almond butter (or nut butter of choice)
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1 cup dairy-free chocolate chips
- 1 tsp coconut oil
- Flaky sea salt, optional
Directions:
Step #1: Add the almond flour, pecans, nut butter, maple syrup, vanilla, and pumpkin pie spice to a food processor and blend well until a dough forms. Place in the freezer for an hour to chill.
Step #2: Once chilled, roll into even-sized balls and place on a plate lined with parchment paper. Meanwhile, add the chocolate chips and coconut oil to a microwave-safe bowl and melt in 30-second increments until melted, stirring occasionally.
Step #3: Dip the balls in the chocolate coating until fully coated, then sprinkle with flaky sea salt. Place back in the freezer for 30 minutes or until chocolate is hardened. Enjoy!
#4 Pumpkin Butter Cups
Made with a blend of pumpkin seed butter and peanut butter, these pumpkin butter cups are high in protein and full of healthy fats. Customize with any nut or seed butter of choice!
Ingredients:
- 1 paleo dark chocolate bar (like Hu chocolate)
- ¼ cup pumpkin seed butter (or nut butter of choice)
- ¼ cup peanut butter (or nut butter of choice)
- ½ tbsp raw honey or maple syrup
- ½ tbsp coconut flour
- Flaky sea salt, to sprinkle (optional)
Directions:
Step #1: Line a muffin tin with liners and set aside.
Step #2: Next, add the dark chocolate to a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 30-second increments until melted. Set aside.
Step #3: Make the filling by mixing the pumpkin seed butter, peanut butter, sweetener, and coconut flour in a small mixing bowl.
Step #4: Prep the nut butter cups by adding about one tablespoon of the melted chocolate mixture to each lined muffin tin. Top with a spoonful of the nut and seed butter mixture, then set in the freezer for 10 minutes.
Step #5: Remove from the freezer, then top each cup with enough chocolate to cover and place back in the freezer to set for another 15-20 minutes.
Step #6: Sprinkle with sea salt and store in an airtight container in the fridge until ready to enjoy!
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#5 Chocolate Coconut Ghost Berries
With just antioxidant-rich strawberries, coconut butter, and dairy-free dark chocolate, you can create a fun and festive healthy Halloween treat that’s low in sugar yet tasty as ever. Customize with any berries of choice, and opt for 70% or darker dark chocolate for maximum health benefits.
Ingredients:
- 1 pint fresh strawberries rinsed, dried, and chilled*
- 1 cup coconut butter, melted (or dairy-free white chocolate)
- 1 oz dairy-free dark chocolate, melted, for face
Directions:
Step #1: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. Then, rinse and dry strawberries well, and place in the freezer to chill. This step is crucial, as the strawberries must be cold for the coconut butter to stick.
Step #2: Meanwhile, melt the coconut butter by placing the tightly sealed jar in a bath of hot water. Let sit for several minutes to melt, then open the jar and stir well until smooth and creamy.
Step #3: Once the strawberries have chilled, remove from the freezer. Dip each strawberry into the melted coconut butter, then place on the lined baking sheet. Repeat for each strawberry, then place back in the freezer to harden and chill. Alternatively, you can use white chocolate of choice in place of coconut butter.
Step #4: While chilling, melt the dark chocolate for the face and set aside. Remove the chilled strawberries from the freezer, then make the eyes and mouth using a toothpick or small piping bag. Place the strawberries in the fridge to harden, then serve chilled! Keep stored in the fridge until ready to serve to prevent melting.
#6 Mini Pumpkin Pie Parfait Cups
These single-serve pumpkin pie parfait cups taste like dessert, yet they’re lightly sweetened and full of protein and fiber to help balance blood sugar. Use your favorite low-sugar paleo granola for an added crunch and layer with any Greek-style yogurt of choice (including dairy-free alternatives).
Ingredients:
- 1 cup paleo granola, lightly crushed
- 1 cup Greek yogurt, unsweetened
Pumpkin Pie Filling:
- 1 can pumpkin puree, unsweetened
- ½ cup Medjool dates, pitted
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 2-4 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Pinch of sea salt
- Small mason jars or glasses, to serve
Directions:
Step #1: First, prep the pumpkin pie filling. Add the pumpkin puree, Medjool dates, coconut oil, maple syrup, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla, and sea salt to a food processor and blend until smooth and creamy. Taste test, adjusting any ingredients as desired.
Step #2: Next, gather your small mason jars or glasses. Place a layer of the pumpkin pie filling into the bottle of each cup, topping it with a layer of Greek yogurt and finally a layer of granola. Continue building layers as desired, and repeat for each glass.
Step #3: Chill in the fridge until ready to serve. Enjoy!
#7 No-Bake Pumpkin Fudge
This no-bake fudge requires less than 10 ingredients — many of which you likely have in your pantry! Made with any creamy nut butter of choice, canned pumpkin, and coconut oil, it’s a tasty way to satisfy your holiday fudge cravings in a better-for-you way.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsweetened nut butter of choice (peanut, almond, or cashew butter)
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- ⅓ cup coconut oil
- ⅓ cup pumpkin puree, unsweetened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tbsp pumpkin pie spice
Chocolate Drizzle (optional)
- 1 cup dairy-free chocolate chips
- 1-3 tsp coconut oil
Directions:
Step #1: Line an 8-square-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
Step #2: In a medium saucepan, melt the coconut oil and nut butter on low heat. Add the remaining ingredients, and stir until well combined. Remove from the heat and cool slightly before pouring the mixture into the lined baking dish. Place in the freezer to firm.
Step #3: While freezing, prepare the optional chocolate drizzle topping. Add the chocolate chips and coconut oil to a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 30-second increments until melted. Once melted, remove the fudge from the freezer and drizzle the chocolate coating on top. Place back in the freezer until the fudge is fully set and firm. Option to set/firm in the fridge. Keep in the fridge or freezer until ready to enjoy.
#8 Chocolate Almond Clusters
The perfect balance of sweet and salty, these clusters combine toasted almonds with antioxidant-rich dark chocolate for a satisfying crunch. With no added sugars, they rely on the natural sweetness of dark chocolate and a sprinkle of sea salt to enhance flavor, making them an indulgent yet low-sugar treat. Perfect for all chocolate lovers!
Ingredients
- 6 oz. dark chocolate bar, chopped (or 1 cup dark chocolate chips)
- 1 tsp coconut oil
- 2 cups almonds (or nuts of choice), dry-roasted
- Flaky sea salt, optional
Directions:
Step #1: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step #2: Add the chopped chocolate or chocolate chips to a large microwave-safe bowl with 1 tsp of coconut oil and melt until smooth. To prevent burning, melt in 30-second increments, stopping occasionally to stir.
Step #3: Once melted, add the almonds to the melted chocolate mixture. Mix until well-coated. Spoon the chocolate almonds onto the lined baking sheet into evenly shaped clusters, repeating until the mixture is gone. Option to sprinkle with flaky sea salt or a light drizzle of nut butter.
Step #4: Place in the fridge for about 60 minutes until cool and hardened. Then, serve and enjoy! Store in an air-tight container in the fridge.
#9 Chocolate Avocado Pudding Halloween Dirt Cups
These festive dirt cups offer a creamy, nutrient-packed treat that you’d never guess was healthy. Rich in omega-3s, avocados provide healthy fats that increase satiety, while maple syrup and cocoa powder keep it low in sugar. Topped with crushed paleo granola for crunch and optional Halloween toppings, they’re a delicious way to enjoy a guilt-free dessert!
Ingredients:
Chocolate Avocado Pudding
- 2 ripe avocados, pitted with the flesh removed
- 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 3-4 tbsp cocoa or cacao powder
- ¼ cup unsweetened dairy-free milk of choice (almond, oat, or cashew milk)
- ½ tbsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of sea salt
Optional toppings
- Chocolate paleo granola, crushed
- Gummy worms
- Shaved chocolate
Directions:
Step #1: Add all the above ingredients to a high-speed blender or food processor and blend until smooth. Alternatively, you can use a hand-blender to blend. Note: you may need to scrape down the sides and re-blend as needed.
Step #2: Once a pudding mixture is achieved, taste test and adjust ingredients as desired. Chill in the fridge for 1-2 hours to firm before serving.
Step #3: Meanwhile, prepare the granola dirt. Place the chocolate granola in a food processor and pulse until it resembles a ground, dirt-like consistency.
Step #4: Once chilled, remove from the fridge and evenly divide the pudding into small cups. Top each cup with a handful of “dirt” and any other garnishes of choice. Enjoy!
#10 Sweet & Savory Halloween Trail Mix
This simple trail mix combines the perfect mix of crunchy, sweet, and salty flavors. Popcorn, almonds, cashews, and pumpkin seeds provide a nutrient-dense base, while unsweetened dark chocolate chips and dried apples add a touch of natural sweetness. Add some lightly salted pretzel sticks for extra crunch, and enjoy it as a healthier Halloween snack that’s great for energy without a sugar overload!
Ingredients:
- 3 cups popcorn, unsalted or lightly salted
- 1 cup dairy-free dark chocolate chips, unsweetened
- ½ cup almonds, raw or dry-roasted
- ½ cup whole cashews, raw or dry-roasted
- ½ cup pumpkin seeds, raw or dry-roasted
- ½ cup dried apples, unsweetened
- ½ cup pretzel sticks, lightly salted
- ½ cup chocolate-covered nuts of choice, optional
- ¼ cup coconut flakes, optional
Directions:
Step #1: Add all ingredients to a large bowl and toss until well combined. Option to customize with any additional ingredients of choice.
Step #2: Serve and enjoy!
#11 Green Apple Monster Slices
These monster slices are a healthy, no-sugar-added treat made from just fresh fruit, nuts, and seeds. Customize as desired, using pumpkin seeds or mini dark chocolate chips for the “teeth,” and if you want to make it extra festive, add candy eyes for a playful touch without tons of sugar.
Ingredients:
- 3 green apples
- 3 tbsp creamy nut butter of choice (peanut, almond, or cashew)
- 2 tbsp pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, or mini dark chocolate chips (for monster teeth)
- Fresh strawberries, thinly sliced into triangles (for mouth)
- Optional: 1 package of candy eyes (or mini dark chocolate chips)
Directions:
Step #1: Wash and dry the apples, then slice into quarters and remove the core and seeds. Next, carefully slice out a v-shape into the center of each apple quarter to create the monster mouths.
Step #2: Next, spread a thin layer of nut butter of choice into the monster mouths.
Step #3: Add the monster teeth by pressing several pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, or mini dark chocolate chips along the edge of the top apple mouth.
Step #4: Thinly slice the strawberries length-wise to create the apple mouths, then place a slice into each monster mouth.
Step #5: To secure the monster eyes, place a small amount of nut butter onto the back of the candy eyes or mini dark chocolate chips, and place on top of the apple slices. Serve and enjoy!
Your Guide to a Delicious Low-Sugar Halloween
As you celebrate Halloween, these low-sugar, nutrient-packed treats provide a delicious way to enjoy the season without compromising your health goals. With natural ingredients and creative twists, you can indulge in festive flavors while keeping your blood sugar in check. Whether you’re snacking on spooky apple slices, munching on sweet and savory trail mix, or savoring creamy pumpkin pudding, these recipes offer a fun and healthy approach to Halloween. Embrace the season with treats that are both festive and nourishing, making your Halloween both spooky and satisfying!
