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    Home » Halloween

    15 Make-Ahead Halloween Party Appetizers

    Published: Sep 29, 2022 · Modified: Nov 18, 2022 by Heather · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · 739 words. · About 4 minutes to read this article.

    15 make-ahead Halloween party appetizers recipe roundup.
    15 make-ahead Halloween party appetizers recipe roundup.

    Today I'm sharing 15 easy make-ahead Halloween party appetizers. This list includes sweet and savory appetizers - all can be prepared or assembled before the big bash!

    Collage of make-ahead Halloween party appetizers.

    Preparing for a Halloween party can be hectic. Why stress over the appetizers? That's why I'm sharing this list of easy to prepare appetizers that can be made ahead of time.

    Every appetizer on this list can be prepared entirely beforehand, or assembled ahead and popped into the oven just before the party starts. Plus, they're all delicious, easy to make, and made with easy to find ingredients!

    How many appetizers do I need for a party?

    One challenge to hosting a Halloween party is estimating how many appetizers you'll need.

    For a dinner party (that includes a sit-down meal), offer about 6 bite-sized appetizers per person. If you're hosting a finger-food only party, increase that number to 8-12 per person.

    For more detailed information, check out this article: How Many Appetizers To Serve Per Person

    Tips for a stress-free party

    • Write out a grocery list beforehand. Stick to the list and shop a few days ahead of time (if possible). Last minute trips add more stress to your day!
    • Offer a variety appetizers to suit the dietary needs of your guests. Include gluten-free and vegan options - try one of the hummus recipes below!
    • Don't try to make all the appetizers yourself. A mix of homemade and store-bought appetizers take some stress off the host. Pre-made cheese trays, vegetables, and mixed nuts are great store-bought options.
    • Make most of your appetizers the day beforehand. Cheese balls, charcuterie boards, dips, and deviled eggs can all be made ahead and refrigerated for a day or two without issues.

    Make-ahead appetizers

    Here are 15 make-ahead Halloween party appetizers for your next fall bash. Did you find a new favorite on this list?

    Halloween Charcuterie Board

    Make a Halloween charcuterie board for your next Halloween party! This appetizer tray is filled with plenty of meats and cheeses, seasonal produce, and fun seasonal candies.
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    Close up of meats, cheeses, crackers, caramel corn, and candies on a Halloween charcuterie board.

    Candied Pumpkin Seeds

    Candied Pumpkin Seeds are a quick and easy pumpkin seed recipe for snacking this fall. These sweet pumpkin seeds are coated in brown sugar, butter, and cinnamon, then roasted in the oven. 
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    A white bowl of candied pumpkin seeds with cinnamon sticks.

    Halloween Deviled Eggs

    by Foxes Love Lemons
    These delightfully spooky Halloween deviled eggs are easy to assemble ahead of time and refrigerate until the party starts. This recipe makes a variety of deviled eggs decorated with eyeballs, spiders, pumpkins, and bugs!
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    Deviled eggs topped with Halloween decorations like olive spiders and eyeballs.

    Mummy Jalapeno Poppers

    by Recipes From a Pantry
    Adorable jalapeno poppers are filled with cheeses and wrapped in crescent roll dough, then adorned with eyeball sprinkles. These poppers are easy to assemble the day before, then pop into the oven just before the party starts!
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    Jalapeno poppers wrapped in dough to look like mummies.

    Halloween Monster Munch

    by Belly Full
    Monster munch is a six ingredient sweet chex mix treat, perfect for your next Halloween party. Filled with chex cereal, pretzels, popcorn, candy corn, and drizzled in white chocolate. Kids and adults alike will love it!
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    A sheet pan filled with monster munch chex mix.

    Caramel Apple Dip

    by Moneywise Moms
    This irresistible caramel apple dip is sure to be a crowd pleaser at your next fall party! Made with only four ingredients, and easy to make ahead of time and store until ready to serve.
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    Red bowl filled with caramel dip with sliced apples.

    Creepy Spider Halloween Deviled Eggs

    by Surf and Sunshine
    Looking for a scary appetizer for your Halloween party table? Give these creepy spider deviled eggs a try. They're filled with chicken and cream cheese, and topped with olives and red onions to form the spiders.
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    Deviled eggs with decorative spiders on top made of olives and onions.

    Ghostly Halloween Guacamole

    This easy to prepare guacamole recipe is made extra spooky with the addition of ghost shaped tortilla chips! Use your own cookie cutters to customize your chip shapes.
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    Snickerdoodle Muddy Buddies (Puppy Chow)

    A snack mix treat (also known as puppy chow) made with white chocolate and cinnamon, reminiscent of a classic snickerdoodle cookie. Makes a great fall treat!
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    Puppy chow in a bowl on a wooden counter top.

    Halloween Spinach Dip

    by Two Pink Peonies
    This classic spinach dip is filled with flavor - it's always an easy, crowd-pleasing choice. Add a bit of spookiness to your dip by adding edible spiders out of olives!
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    Easy Roasted Pumpkin Hummus

    by Saporito Kitchen
    This creamy pumpkin hummus is made with chickpeas, tahini, pumpkin puree, and lightly sweetened with maple syrup. Serve this vegan dip with veggies, crackers, or pita bread.
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    Bowl of pumpkin hummus topped with pomegranate arils and pumpkin seeds.

    Mexican Cheese Ball

    by Boulder Locavore
    Made with cream cheese, Mexican cheese blend, green onion, and jalapeno peppers, this Mexican cheese ball is rolled in black sesame seeds for an extra spooky look. Easy to make ahead and pull out when the party starts!
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    Cheese ball coated in black sesame seeds with crackers on an orange plate.

    Pumpkin Pasties (turnovers)

    Pumpkin pasties are a sweet, baked pastry filled with spiced pumpkin filling. These handheld turnovers are perfect for serving at your next Harry Potter themed party or for Halloween.
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    A white plate filled with pumpkin pasties.

    Mini Hot Dog Mummies

    by Practically Homemade
    You only need two ingredients for these fun sized mini hot dog mummies. Little smokies and crescent roll dough are transformed into cute little mummy wrapped hot dogs. Easy to make ahead and reheat just before the party starts.
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    Mini hot dogs wrapped in crescent roll dough to look like mummies, with a hand dipping one into a red sauce.

    Spicy Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

    Spicy roasted red pepper hummus is a flavorful homemade dip that's filled with roasted red peppers and spicy cayenne pepper. Gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan, this hummus is perfect for serving a crowd.
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    Paprika and olive oil drizzled on top of a bowl of hummus.

    More Halloween Recipes

    • A fork with a slice of pumpkin icebox cake on a white plate.
      Pumpkin Icebox Cake
    • Halloween shaped cut out cookies on a cooling rack.
      Halloween Cut Out Cookies
    • Close up of meats, cheeses, crackers, caramel corn, and candies on a Halloween charcuterie board.
      Halloween Charcuterie Board
    • Candy chocolate frogs on a wooden cutting board.
      Chocolate Frogs

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