23 Impressive Last-Minute Halloween Snacks To Serve At Your Spooky Party

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Halloween is on its way people! With just a handful of weeks to go, it's crunch time to find a costume and figure out what you'll be doing the night of October 31. Whether you're throwing a Halloween party and still need to figure out a food and drink recipes or you need a fun dish to bring to the one you're attending, these quick and easy Halloween snacks are here to help! After all, you don't want guests to be left hangry – that would be frightening. Have no fear! We have some last-minute Halloween snacks that are fast, festive, and tasty AF.

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Mummy Jalapeño Poppers

This savory Halloween snack can be made as spicy as your guests want it – just scoop a little or all of the jalapeño seeds out before stuffing these 'mummies' with cheese and wrapping them in store-bought crescent roll dough.

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Deviled Egg Brains

Your party pals will definitely be freaked out by this bite! Red food coloring aids in turning traditional deviled egg filling a spooky pink color.

Half Baked Harvest

Sweet and Salty Healthier Caramel Apples

Made without any processed sugar, these caramel apples require just a few ingredients: apples, maple syrup, honey, cream, vanilla, chocolate, and flaky salt.

A Spicy Perspective

Halloween Popcorn Mix

This candy-coated bowl of popcorn loads up on festive accoutrements like candy corn, pumpkins, and Halloween sprinkles.

Salt & Lavender

Halloween Puppy Chow

Add Halloween-themed sprinkles to some classic Chex mix for a spooky seasonal snack.

Handmade Charlotte

Monster Party Bark

Melt a few chocolate bars with some pretzels, candy eyes, and coconut flakes for a salty-sweet Halloween snack that will be ready in only three minutes.

Sally's Baking Addiction

Halloween Pretzel Bites

Just place small pieces of chocolate on top of pretzels, heat them long enough for the chocolate to soften, then lightly place a candy corn on top. Viola! Simple, tasty treats with a twist – and no tricks!

The Healthy Family and Home

Chipotle Pumpkin Hummus

We don't know anyone who doesn't love hummus. This quick dip can be served with crackers or veggies for a healthy Halloween party snack.

Crowded Kitchen

Halloween Pumpkin Covered Strawberries

If you have some strawberries on-hand, this recipe is made even easier. Just grab some orange candy melts and decorate away!

Polka Dot Chair

Caramel-Dipped Marshmallows

Simply dip marshmallows in caramel, then cover them in some cute holiday sprinkles for an easy treat that everyone won't stop snacking on.

Skinnytaste

Banana Boo Pops

Put a festive touch on the classic frozen chocolate “boo-nana" by giving them a ghostly makeover. The only heavy lifting you'll have to do for this recipe is let them sit in the freezer for a bit.

Delia Creates

Spiderweb Pretzels

Melt some chocolate, then swirl it over pretzel sticks for a spooky spiderweb-like snack. These could be served alone, or on a cake or ice cream.

Completely Delicious

Halloween Candy Bark

Whether you're using new or leftover Halloween candy, this bark recipe is super simple.

Home Made Interest

Apple Kabobs

Buy a package of pre-sliced apples, then dip them in chocolate and caramel for an easy alternative to a favorite Halloween pastime. Plus, they're just easier to eat!

Suburbia Unwrapped

Candy Corn Fruit Parfait

For a sweet treat that's still healthy, skip the candy corn and cut up some colorful fruit in its place.

This Wife Cooks

Sweet and Salty Pumpkin Seeds

For flavors both sweet and salty, these pumpkin seeds can be made in a jiffy.

Miss Candiquik

Strawberry Ghosts

Dip some strawberries in white chocolate, then give them chocolate chip eyes and a mouth for these cute and tasty snacks.

Bren Did

Tangerine Pumpkins

Peel a few tangerines and place a small piece of celery in the middle to make these tangerine pumpkins. Bonus: these can definitely double as the perfect kid's snack for school.

Feel Good Foodie

Witches' Brooms

To make these adorable 'brooms,' you'll push a pretzel in the end of a sliced string cheese stick.

Culinary Hill

Halloween Walnuts

These nutty little guys are the perfect snacking companion for the holiday.

Averie Cooks

Loaded Halloween Cream Cheese Brownies

These super soft and gooey brownies are the ultimate snack that'll melt in your mouth. They're perfect for anyone who has a sweet tooth and loves a combination of fudge, oreo cookies, and cream cheese. Plus, you'll taste a hint of vanilla extract in it that serves as a nice surprise!

Completely Delicious

Halloween Candy Bark

Looking for chill Halloween snacks to munch on throughout the day? Make this holiday candy bark that has all the makings of a trick-or-treat explosion. You'll need everything from bittersweet chocolate to your favorite Halloween candies for this fun recipe.

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Halloween Popcorn Mix

Got a taste for something that involves trail mix and popcorn? This Halloween snack has your name written all over it! It takes less than an hour to perfect and involves popcorn, a little sugar, honey, salt, and more delicious ingredients! In our mind, it's the perfect sweet and salty treat you'll want to recreate every season!

What are some of your favorite Halloween snacks? Let us know in the comments, and join our newsletter for more holiday inspiration!

This post has been updated with additional reporting by Meredith Holser.

Trader Joe’s is rolling into March 2025 with a fresh lineup of new items that are bound to become instant favorites in your kitchen. From sweet snacks to easy frozen meals, it’s no surprise that these Trader Joe’s new items are gettin’ my cravings going! If you love hunting down the latest TJ’s gems, get ready – these 10 finds are about to shake up your shopping cart in the best way possible.

Scroll on to discover the 10 best new arrivals from Trader Joe’s you can buy in March!

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Blood Orange Mochi

This brand-new Trader Joe's dessert has already earned itself cult-favorite status, thanks to its super summery flavors. Featuring pockets of blood orange ice cream wrapped in a layer of chewy mochi dough, you'll basically want to eat the whole box the second you taste 'em.

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Yellow Mini Sheet Cake

You already know (and love) the chocolate and vanilla iterations of Trader Joe's sheet cake, so it's great news that the grocer just revamped the dessert with this Yellow Mini Sheet Cake that's 100% gluten-free! For just $6, you get a hearty layer of yellow cake topped with plenty of chocolate icing, perfect for sharing with a party or just snacking on by yourself (I prefer the latter).

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Chicken Chile Verde Burritos

I already know my next easy lunch plan – it's with these "heavenly" frozen burritos! Crafted with a mixture of tender dark and white meat chicken, these $4 (for a 2-count) wraps are fully flavored with a chile verde that boasts crushed tomatillos, green chiles, jalapeños, and Anaheim peppers. Spicy!

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Shrimp Noodle Rolls

Oh, these look so good. Inspired by Chinese dim sum, these tiny rolls are filled with a savory shrimp mixture that'll satisfy you for hours. Plus, the rice noodles they're made with turn out with an addicting steamed-yet-fried texture once you cook them for a few minutes in a pan. They'd be so great alongside a homemade stir fry!

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Crispy Oatmeal Cookies with Sea Salt

Sea salt will never not elevate a cookie, and these new oatmeal cookies from TJ's are no exception to the rule! These "perfectly baked" buttery cookies carry notes of butterscotch, which is ultimately complemented really well by the sea salt flakes sprinkled on top.

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Double Cream Brie

Brie lovers, rise up! Trader Joe's ensured this $4 wheel was manufactured with at least 60% butterfat, making its texture extra creamy. Whether you enjoy it as a dip for crackers or spread it on top of a flatbread, you'll get the "awesomely ooey, irresistably gooey, and oh-so-delicious" effect that TJ's highlights.

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Chocolate Coffee Flavored Granola

As a granola girly, this new TJ's find is definitely on the top of my list to try in March. Chocolate and coffee are already great on their own, but when combined, they get even better. This mix of rolled oats, rice and oat flours, cane sugar, and honey is flavored oh-so nicely with cocoa powder, dark chocolate, and coffee extract for a sweet treat you can enjoy anytime – whether it's with your morning Greek yogurt or as a midnight snack with ice cream!

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Beef, Bean & Cheese Burrito

Trader Joe's latest addition to their frozen burrito lineup includes this beef, bean, and cheese burrito. All this $4 baby needs is a few minutes in the microwave to transform into an easy mid-day snack, lunch, or on-the-go dinner!

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Soft Pretzel Twists

These soft pretzels are undoubtedly going to fill the void as I patiently await baseball season. This $3 pack includes a handful of "savory and slightly sweet" pretzels and salt packets to cure your carb + sodium cravings in an instant. They're great on their own, but you could also use 'em as a dipping vessel for beer cheese or even slice each one open for a hot dog moment. Yummm.

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Cheesy Bagels

As much as I am a sweets gal, I can't resist a savory bagel from time to time! These $3 Cheesy Bagels are perfect for a savory breakfast or lunch since they boast a "cheesy, chewy crust" topped with pre-melted shredded Asiago cheese.

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Whether you have a long way to go or only a couple hour’s worth of a drive, no road trip is complete without the perfect lineup of snacks! Since Trader Joe’s snack selection is packed with amazing options, it should be your go-to destination to stock up for stuff to munch on while you travel. Their aisles have salty snacks and sweet snacks alike, but these 13 options are perfect for bringing with you just about anywhere!

These 13 Trader Joe’s road trip snacks will fuel your adventures in the most delicious way.

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Honey Roasted Macadamia Nuts & Cashews

Slightly-sweet and slightly-salty, this nut mix gives you the best of both worlds when it comes to flavor. Plus, the can is lidded, so you can easily stow it away without worrying about spilling.

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Spicy Tempura Seaweed Snack

This pack of seaweed packs an umami-rich punch alongside some nice spice to keep you kickin'.

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Chili & Lime Flavored Rolled Corn Tortilla Chips

Heralded as Trader Joe's #1 snack (voted by fans), these chips taste extremely similar to Takis, which your whole road trip crew will adore.

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Organic Dark Chocolate Half-Coated Rice Cake Thins

If you're on the hunt for a sweet-but-healthy snack, these thin rice cakes boast plenty of dark chocolate so you can get your fix. Plus, one serving is only 120 calories!

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Almond Butter Filled Pretzel Nuggets

The almond butter in these adorable pretzel pillows is rich in protein, so each snacking session will leave you feeling nice and full.

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Chile Spiced Pineapple

These pineapple rings are downright addictive. They're shelf-stable and the bag is resealable for easy on-the-go.

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Teensy Candy Bars

Perfectly snack-sized, these "teensy" candy bars are layered up with nougat, sticky caramel, and crunchy chopped peanuts. The texture is otherworldly – everyone in the car will want a taste!

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Sweetened Green Mango

Sometimes, dried fruit comes with absolutely zero flavor. Not these green mango slices! They're sweetened lightly, which balances out nicely with the sour effect of the fruit.

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Ghost Pepper Potato Chips

These waffle-cut chips will have you in a sweat, but your tastebuds will be delighted. The seasoning they're coated in is both noticeably spicy and salty to cure your sodium cravings while you're on the road.

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Crunchy Curls

These crunchy bites are secretly packed with healthy stuff, being made with a mix of lentil flour and potato starch. They definitely beat out any gas station chips health-wise, plus you might just prefer the lighter feel of them anyways.

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Chocolatey Coated Chocolate Chip Cookie Dunkers

These thin, crunchy chocolate chip cookie sticks are insanely easy to snack on. They come in a pretty big tub, too, so you can ensure everyone on your trip gets a taste of somethin' sweet.

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Candy Coated Chocolate Peanuts

Speaking of somethin' sweet, these M&M lookalikes not only spark joy with their bright coloring – the smooth milk chocolate coating is simply so satisfying.

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A Handful Of Tiny Dark Chocolate Covered Pretzels

This bag of dark chocolate-covered pretzels comes in a convenient snack size, so you can easily portion out your snack time. Sweet and salty at the same time, they boast the perfect ratio of pretzel:chocolate.

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Dan Fogelman, Sterling K. Brown, James Marsden, and Julianne Nicholson owe me a therapy session for the anxiety-inducing season finale of Paradise. It's one of the best new TV shows of 2025 and has left viewers on edge as we've tried to solve multiple riddles about the show's plot. Questions like, "Why are people living under a mountain?" or "Who killed President Cal Bradford?" were answered, but that's not all! Fans of the show also got a chance to see how easy it is to miss red flags even if they're right under our noses.

P.S. This contains major spoiler alerts!

Scroll to learn why my heart keep jumping during the finale of Paradise season 1 with our Paradise ending explainer.

Pivotal Flashbacks Reveal Who Killed President Bradford

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If there's one thing Dan Fogelman loves, it's flashbacks to help explain characters' thought processes and decisions. As realistic as the underground bunker is, viewers knew it wasn't built overnight and finally met some of the characters who helped construct it. There was a focus on a construction manager (Ian Merrigan), his camaraderie with his co-workers, and the devastation he experienced that turned into rage.

Between trying to signal concern for his and his employees' health to being fired immediately after, it's not hard to see why he began researching everything he could about the bunker. What's funny about this is that viewers watched as he resolved to execute the head of state. This flashback coincides with Xavier Collins (Sterling K. Brown) and his fervent search for answers about President Bradford's death.

Personally, my jaw dropped when I realized he was the one who shot at the president during an outdoors press conference. Unfortunately, Xavier Collins took the bullet and this landed our perpetrator in prison. But, he didn't stay there!

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He found a way inside of the underground bunker and went undetected because he went to great lengths to change his appearance. His primary disguise? A harmless and friendly librarian named Trent who could go undetected. It's why he was so flustered when President Bradford strolled into the library in his bathroom to make a mixed CD and record a heartfelt message for his son Jeremy. Heartbreakingly enough, this one interaction triggered the eventual death of the President, and we finally get a clear answer: Trent the Librarian killed President Bradford.

Sinatra's Lost Control Of Her Idea Of Paradise

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Sinatra's the character we all love to hate which means Julianne Nicholson fully committed to this role. Viewers knows she's a wealthy billionaire who poured her resources into building the underground bunker, but we also found out how psychopathic she is. However, she may not be residents' primary concern anymore.

After playing one too many mind games with Xavier Collins about the location of his wife, scientist Teri Collins, and his daughter, she realizes she's gone too far when he shoots the agents she silently signals to kill him. Witnessing the fall of her smug mask to reveal a frightened woman was rewarding to see because her psychological warfare wasn't working anymore. But, he's not the one who shot her!

Jane's Revealed To Be The True Psychopath

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Jane Driscoll (Nicole Brydon Bloom) may be many things, but innocent isn't one of them. From the time viewers watched her poison Agent Billy Pace (Jon Beavers), we knew she wasn't to be underestimated. Based on Paradise's season finale, this was Sinatra's grave mistake.

During the tense scene where Agent Collins has his gun trained on the heartless billionaire again, we see Jane miraculously find them to let him know his daughter Presley was safe with her. I rolled my eyes at this scene, but I know Collins isn't aware she's the one he'll have to watch next.

But, he leaves the two women alone and we see Sinatra receive a nearly fatal shot that lands her in the hospital. It's not that she won't survive, but she'll likely be in a helpless situation as Jane happily plays the Wii she kept requesting and waits for her next calculated move.

Jeremy's Prepared To Start A Revolution

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Once President Bradford's son Jeremy truly listens to his father's mixtape for him, he comes across a heartfelt message that makes him smile. He realizes that his dad did love him and is left with an encouraging push to change the world in a way the late president didn't get a chance to.

Near the Paradise ending, viewers saw Jeremy standing in front of a monument with the word "Murdered" spray painted across it. As he stands, a group of people slowly walk up to him and appear to listen earnestly as he shares an unheard speech. Given their reactions, I'm confident Jeremy Bradford will be leading the revolutionist charge in the underground bunker.

Agent Xavier Collins Is Going To Find His Wife

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With President Bradford's death explained and Sinatra out of the way, Paradise ends with Agent Collins hopping into a plane to leave the bunker. Viewers don't know what he'll find, but we know he's going to search the ends of the earth for his wife Teri. He's convinced she's out there and it looks like he's not going to let anyone or anything stop him.

I don't know how Paradise season 2 will unfold, but it feels like there will be even more questions about if life is sustainable outside post-Tsunami and whether more people survived than originally thought.
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Summer rom-coms are so back! A24 confirmed on March 4 that Celine Song's Materialists, starring Dakota Johnson, Chris Evans, and Pedro Pascal, is coming to theaters this June and I cannot contain my excitement. The new movie follows a matchmaker (Dakota) who finds herself torn between two romantic prospects. If that's too dramatic for you, girl, I'd be happy to take your place.

Here's the latest update on Materialists starring Dakota Johnson, Chris Evans, and Pedro Pascal.

Is Materialists out yet?

Materialists will premiere in theaters June 13, 2025. After Past Lives became THE summer movie in 2023 (and absolutely wrecked my roommates), I know Materialists is going to be the perfect June watch.

What is the plot of Materialists?

The movie follows Dakota Johnson's character, a matchmaker in New York City who falls for the perfect man, but can't seem to let go of her ex. Given the fact the first poster for the movie includes "save the date" and looks like a wedding cake, I'm wondering if we'll see all three characters cross paths at a wedding...

What has the cast said about the movie?

When I asked Dakota Johnson about working with Pedro Pascal and Chris Evans, she teased how much she enjoyed working with them. "They're both big idiots and I love them," she told Brit + Co exclusively at her Daddio premiere.

Where was Materialists filmed?

Materialists was filmed around New York City, which means the movie's going to have so much life and energy in every single shot. Plus Dakota's sundresses are totally giving Brooklyn gal — and I'm dreaming of prancing around the city in a dress as soon as the weather warms up!

Are you as excited for Materialists as I am? Let us know your favorite rom-coms in the comments and check out the latest news on Madelyn Cline's new romance movie for more!