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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    19 Cheap Halloween Party Foods to Make for a Crowd

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on October 15, 2025, updated October 14, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    These 19 Halloween party foods are budget-friendly and perfect for feeding a crowd. From spooky snacks to festive treats, these easy recipes will keep your guests satisfied without breaking the bank. Get ready to enjoy a fun and delicious celebration!

    Halloween Mummy Meatloaf

    Halloween Mummy Meatloaf.
    Photo Credit: Three Olives Branch.

    Halloween Mummy Meatloaf is a fun and tasty option for your Halloween gathering. This beef meatloaf is packed with flavor and wrapped in bacon, complete with cheese eyes and teeth. It's served on a bed of mashed potatoes, making it a great choice for a spooky family dinner during the holiday.

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    Candy Corn Crunch Bark

    Candy Corn Crunch Bark
    Photo Credit: inquiring chef.

    Candy Corn Crunch Bark is a fun and easy treat that combines salty and sweet flavors. It comes together quickly without needing to bake anything. You can mix pretzels, cereal, and candy corn with layers of melted candy bark. Feel free to switch it up with your favorite snacks and candies to make it your own.

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    Slow Cooker Halloween Buffalo Chicken Dip

    Slow Cooker Halloween Buffalo Chicken Dip.
    Photo Credit: Food Meanderings.

    Buffalo Chicken Dip is a crowd-pleaser, and this Slow Cooker Halloween version is no different. Just mix everything together and let it cook on low for a few hours. Serving it in a hollowed-out pumpkin adds a fun touch to your Halloween gathering.

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    Halloween Popcorn Mix

    Halloween Popcorn Mix.
    Photo Credit: Life's Ambrosia.

    A fun Halloween treat to share at your costume party is this Halloween Popcorn Mix. It's a delightful combination of sweet and salty snacks, loaded with all sorts of goodies. This mix is perfect for keeping your guests happy and energized throughout the night.

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    Mummy Halloween Brownies

    Mummy Halloween Brownies
    Photo Credit: the foreign fork.

    These Halloween Brownies are a fun and festive treat shaped like mummies, complete with a rich fudgy brownie base, creamy frosting, and candy eyes. They add a playful touch to any Halloween gathering and are sure to be a hit with everyone. Perfect for a sweet dessert that brings a bit of spooky fun to your celebration.

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    Halloween Coffin Sandwiches

    Halloween Coffin Sandwiches.
    Photo Credit: Appetizer Addiction.

    Coffin sandwiches are a simple and fun Halloween treat that anyone can whip up quickly. With just a few basic ingredients, you can have these ready in about 15 minutes. They're a great choice for your Halloween gathering, adding a festive touch to your spread.

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    Phantom Halloween Pizza Pierogies

    Phantom Halloween Pizza Pierogies.
    Photo Credit: Food Meanderings.

    Phantom Halloween Pierogies are a fun and healthy option for your Halloween gathering. They're baked instead of fried, which makes them a lighter choice, and you can prepare them in advance and freeze them for later. These savory treats are perfect for serving at your own party or bringing to a potluck. Everyone will enjoy these unique finger foods that add a festive touch to the celebration.

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    Halloween Pasta

    Halloween Pasta (Spooky Spaghetti with Eyeball Meatballs).
    Photo Credit: Grits & Pinecones.

    This Halloween pasta, often called spooky spaghetti, combines green spinach noodles with a rich meat sauce and fun eyeball meatballs made from cheese and candy eyes. It's a quick dish that can be prepared in just 30 minutes, making it a great option for a festive dinner with kids, a party, or a fun family meal before heading out for trick-or-treating.

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    Salted Toffee Halloween Caramel Apples

    Salted Toffee Halloween Caramel Apples.
    Photo Credit: Food Meanderings.

    Salted Toffee Halloween Caramel Apples are a fun and easy treat that everyone will love. Using store-bought caramels and sprinkled with salted toffee bits, these apples are sweet and just a bit spooky. They're perfect for fall gatherings or Halloween celebrations, and they're sure to impress your guests. Forget the store-bought options and whip up these festive apples for a crowd-pleasing snack.

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    Halloween Pasta Salad

    Halloween Pasta Salad.
    Photo Credit: Well and Full.

    This Halloween Pasta Salad is a fun and colorful dish that features festive pasta shapes and spooky carrots, all tossed in a zesty vinaigrette. It's a great option for both kids and adults, making it a hit at any Halloween gathering. This salad is not only tasty but also easy to prepare, so you can enjoy the party without spending too much time in the kitchen.

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    Halloween Mummy Meatballs

    Halloween Mummy Meatballs
    Photo Credit: three olives branch.

    This fun recipe is super simple to whip up and perfect for Halloween gatherings. Halloween Mummy Meatballs are a fantastic addition to your pasta or can be served as a tasty appetizer at your party. They're sure to be a hit with everyone, making your Halloween celebration even more enjoyable.

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    Mummy Cupcakes

    Mummy Cupcakes.
    Photo Credit: Vegan Huggs.

    Vegan Mummy Cupcakes are perfect for your Halloween party. They're fun to create, great for kids, and look super cute! The cupcakes are decorated with vegan buttercream to resemble mummies, and chocolate chips make the eyes. It's a simple treat that everyone will enjoy!

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    Mummy Hot Dogs

    Mummy Hot Dogs.
    Photo Credit: Mom Foodie.

    Mummy Hot Dogs are a fun and easy treat for Halloween parties. These tasty little snacks are quick to make and are sure to be a hit with everyone. They're like pigs in a blanket, but with a spooky twist that makes them perfect for the occasion.

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    Monster Halloween Veggie Tray

    Monster Halloween Veggie Tray.
    Photo Credit: Maple + Mango.

    This Halloween, a fun and simple way to serve veggies is with a Monster Veggie Tray. It turns ordinary vegetables and dip into a festive and playful appetizer that kids will love. This is a great option for a party or as a healthy snack that everyone can enjoy.

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    Spooky Halloween Severed Fingers

    Spooky Halloween Severed Fingers.
    Photo Credit: Mexican Made Meatless.

    These Halloween snacks are fun and a little creepy, making them just right for a party. They might look a bit strange, but they're sure to be a hit with your guests. Perfect for serving a crowd, these treats add a festive touch to your celebration.

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    Halloween Popcorn

    Halloween Popcorn.
    Photo Credit: I Heart Eating.

    Halloween popcorn is a simple and fun treat that you can whip up in no time. It's perfect for parties and gatherings, adding a festive touch to your Halloween celebrations. This sweet and crunchy snack is sure to be a hit with everyone.

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    Jalapeño Eyeball Tarts

    Jalapeño Eyeball Tarts.
    Photo Credit: The Flavor Bender.

    Jalapeno Eyeball Tarts bring all the deliciousness of jalapeno poppers in a fun and festive way. With a creamy filling made from cream cheese, herbs, and a kick of jalapeno, these tarts sit on a flaky puff pastry crust. Topped with a drizzle of sweet chili sauce, they are perfect for Halloween gatherings and are sure to be a hit with your guests.

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    Halloween Pumpkin Hand Pies

    Halloween Pumpkin Hand Pies.
    Photo Credit: Jellojoy.

    These Halloween Pumpkin Hand Pies are simple to whip up and capture the flavors of fall. With just three ingredients, they're quick to prepare and bake faster than a traditional pie. Whether you use the oven or an air fryer, these little treats come out soft and flaky, making them a fun addition to any Halloween gathering.

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    Halloween Sandwiches with Egg Salad

    Halloween Sandwiches with Egg Salad.
    Photo Credit: Little Nomads Recipes.

    These Halloween sandwiches are a fun and festive choice for your party. The mix of egg and pumpkin gives them a bright orange color that fits right in with the holiday theme. Plus, the addition of pickled brine juice adds a unique flavor that everyone will enjoy. They're perfect for serving a crowd and will definitely be a hit at your Halloween gathering.

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has 20+ years experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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