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Healthy Halloween Snacks

Healthy Halloween Snacks That Kids Will Absolutely Love

Explore fun and nutritious Healthy Halloween Snacks that kids will absolutely love, featuring creative and playful recipes perfect for the spooky season.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Assembling Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 snacks
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Ghost-Nanas
  • 2 pieces Bananas Opt for firm bananas for better shape holding.
  • 1/4 cup Mini Chocolate Chips Use colored candy melts for an extra pop of color.
Apple Monster Mouths
  • 2 pieces Apples (green and red) Choose firm apples for stacking.
  • 1/4 cup Dulce de Leche, Caramel, or Peanut Butter Any nut or seed butter can replace for nut-free options.
  • 1/4 cup Slivered Almonds Omit or use seeds as a nut-free alternative.
Broomsticks
  • 8 pieces Cheese Sticks Feel free to use any type of cheese for variation.
  • 8 pieces Pretzel Sticks Any savory stick snacks can replace for crunch.
Cucumber Skulls
  • 1 piece Cucumber Zucchini can serve as an interesting alternative.
  • 1/4 cup Candy Eyes Mix with assorted edible decorations for extra whimsy.
Dip
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Substitute with Greek yogurt for a thicker version.
  • 1 packet Ranch Dressing Mix Opt for homemade ranch seasoning for a fresh twist.
Sweet Peppers
  • 4 pieces Sweet Peppers Substitute with any other small peppers if needed.
Decorative Shapes
  • 4 slices Cheddar Cheese Slices Choose any cheese that’s easy to cut for variety.

Equipment

  • Cutting Board
  • knife
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Platter

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Peel your mandarin oranges and arrange them on a large platter. Place a mini chocolate chip atop each mandarin to serve as a cute stem, creating delightful pumpkin-like treats. This step sets the fun festive tone for your Healthy Halloween Snack Board and should take about 10 minutes.
  2. Cut your firm bananas in half to resemble ghostly figures. Dip one end in melted chocolate and use additional chocolate to create spooky faces by adding eyes and a mouth. Let them sit on parchment paper for a few minutes until the chocolate hardens. This fun craft will surely delight kids and only takes around 15 minutes.
  3. Slice your apples into quarters, then spread dulce de leche (or your chosen nut butter) onto the inner side of each slice. Press slivered almonds into the top slice to resemble teeth, creating a playful monster mouth. Assemble all components on your snack board. This should take about 10 minutes to complete.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese with ranch dressing mix, stirring until smooth and creamy. Transfer the dip to a decorative bowl and place it alongside the Healthy Halloween Snack Board. This dip serves as a perfect complement to fresh veggies and fruits and will only take about 5 minutes to prepare.
  5. Cut cheese sticks in half and insert pretzel sticks into one side to create broomsticks. Arrange them artistically on your platter, ensuring they stand upright for a whimsical effect. This creative step will take about 10 minutes and adds a fun treat to your Healthy Halloween Snack Board.
  6. Slice the cucumber into small rounds and use a knife to carve out eyes and mouths to resemble skulls. You can also fill the eye sockets with candy eyes for a more dramatic effect. This playful addition should take around 15 minutes to complete, adding spooky flair to your board.
  7. Halve your sweet peppers and remove the seeds. Fill the hollow halves with cottage cheese or another filling, then place candy eyes on top to create adorable ghost figures. This festive project will take about 10 minutes and will surely add colorful excitement to your Healthy Halloween Snack Board.
  8. Using a cookie cutter, cut your cheese slices into bat shapes or any fun Halloween shapes you prefer. Place these cheese cutouts on the platter, decorating around the fruits and veggies to create a festive ambiance. This finishing touch should take no more than 5-10 minutes, completing your Healthy Halloween Snack Board beautifully.

Nutrition

Serving: 1snackCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Choose firm fruits and vegetables for better shape holding and to ensure they remain appealing on your snack board.

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