5 Halloween Appetizers That Will Stop the Show
Halloween is the perfect excuse to play with your food in the best possible way. If you are hosting a spooky soirée, a cozy family get-together or a neighborhood costume bash, the right appetizers set the mood. These five Halloween-themed bites are simple, crowd-pleasing and guaranteed to impress every ghost and goblin at your table.
Mummy Brie Bites
Ingredients:
1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
1 wheel of brie (or small rounds)
1 egg, beaten
Candy eyes (or black olive slices)
How to Make It:
Cut the puff pastry into thin strips. Wrap the strips around the brie like bandages, leaving a small gap for the “eyes.” Brush with egg wash and bake at 375°F for 15–18 minutes until golden and flaky. Once slightly cooled, add candy eyes for the perfect mummy effect.
Serve with: Fig jam or cranberry sauce for a spooky-sweet twist.
Pumpkin Deviled Eggs
Ingredients:
6 hard-boiled eggs
3 tbsp mayonnaise
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp smoked paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh chives
How to Make It:
Halve the eggs and mash the yolks with mayo, mustard and paprika until smooth. Spoon or pipe the filling back into the whites. Use a toothpick to draw faint “pumpkin” lines on top, and add a small piece of chive as the stem.
Serve with: A sprinkle of extra paprika for color and flavor.
Spooky Caprese Skewers
Ingredients:
Cherry tomatoes
Fresh mozzarella balls
Fresh basil leaves
Balsamic glaze
Black food coloring (optional)
How to Make It:
Thread tomatoes, basil, and mozzarella onto mini skewers or toothpicks. For extra Halloween flair, lightly brush the mozzarella with a mix of black food coloring and olive oil for a “ghostly” look. Drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.
Serve with: A side of spooky enthusiasm—these disappear fast.
Witch’s Broomsticks
Ingredients:
Pretzel sticks
String cheese
Fresh chives or thin green onion strips
How to Make It:
Cut each string cheese into thirds. Use a knife to make small vertical cuts at one end to create “bristles.” Insert a pretzel stick into the uncut end and tie the broom with a thin chive strand.
Serve with: A dip of choice: ranch, hummus, or a spicy mustard are all great picks.
Monster Guacamole Cups
Ingredients:
Your favorite guacamole
Mini tortilla chips
Black olives
Cherry tomatoes
Plastic or glass shot cups
How to Make It:
Spoon guacamole into small cups. Add sliced olives and tomatoes for “eyes” and “tongues.” Use chips for monster “teeth” or as ears sticking out of the sides.
Serve with: Crunchy veggies or extra chips for dipping, because monsters get hungry, too.
Bringing It All Together
Halloween doesn’t have to mean endless candy and sugar rushes. These savory, seasonal appetizers are easy to make, and easy to love. From mummified brie to edible broomsticks, your spread will be the talk of the night.
Go ahead: dim the lights, cue the spooky playlist, and let the fun begin. Because at Chef Aarika’s Kitchen, every holiday deserves a little magic on the menu.
