After Halloween, most of us find ourselves with an overwhelming stash of candy. Instead of eating it piece by piece, why not turn those leftovers into creative desserts that go beyond the usual sugar fix? These recipes offer clever ways to transform your candy haul into something worth sharing, from fudge and brownies to festive bark and popcorn.
Halloween Dark Chocolate Fudge
Rich and chocolatey with bursts of Halloween colors, this fudge is a perfect way to handle extra candy. Easy to make, it’s one you’ll want around for any celebration or late-night treat craving.
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Halloween Candy Bark
This bark is all about fun and candy overload. Simple to put together and easy to customize with whatever’s left in your candy stash, it’s a quick way to turn leftover treats into something special.
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Halloween Marshmallow Treats
Marshmallow treats with a Halloween upgrade! These are quick to whip up and perfect for adding a spooky look with colorful designs. Great for a casual dessert or party snack that feels festive without much effort.
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Pumpkin Rice Krispie Treats with Tootsie Roll Stems
Shaped like mini pumpkins with Tootsie Roll “stems,” these treats are fun for kids to help make and perfect for sharing at any fall gathering. Easy, fun, and guaranteed to be a hit with both kids and adults alike.
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Halloween Chocolate Bark
Packed with color and topped with Ghoul Mix M&M’s and candy eyes, this chocolate bark is as spooky as it is simple to make. Customize it with whatever Halloween candy you’ve got for an easy treat that’s perfect for sharing.
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Candy Popcorn for Halloween
Candy-coated popcorn in Halloween colors makes a fun snack that’s great for parties. This sweet-and-crunchy treat takes popcorn to another level with a crisp, candy shell in festive shades of orange, green, and purple.
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White Trash Candy
Salty, crunchy, and sweet all in one, this mix is packed with Chex, Fruit Loops, peanuts, pretzels, and M&M’s, all covered in white chocolate. It’s a fun, no-bake treat that puts any candy stash to good use.
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3-Ingredient Candy Corn Bark
A simple bark that’s all about candy corn. With just three ingredients, this sweet treat takes minimal effort but brings in festive Halloween colors and a fun crunch that’s great for sharing.
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Leftover Halloween Candy Brownies
These brownies are packed with surprise candy pieces, making them a perfect way to put leftover Halloween treats to work. Rich, fudgy, and loaded with candy, they’re a fun twist on classic brownies.
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Halloween Snickers Mummy Treats
Crescent rolls, mini Snickers, and candy eyes make these mummy treats easy and festive. They’re fun to make with kids and a great addition to any Halloween party spread.
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Oreo Penguins
These penguin-shaped Oreos with peppermint “ear muffs” bring a cute touch to Halloween. Covered in dark chocolate, they’re a fun treat that’s easy to make and perfect for any holiday party.
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Halloween Candy Apples
Tart green apples get a Halloween makeover with a crunchy black toffee coating. Go wild with decorations to turn these into spooky treats perfect for Halloween night.
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Trick Or Treat Candy Overload Halloween Brownies
These brownies are stuffed with leftover candy and topped with a spooky cream cheese swirl. Rich, gooey, and loaded with Halloween treats, they’re made for sharing with family and friends.
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Halloween Bark
Ready in about 12 minutes, this Halloween bark is the perfect party treat. Add any candy you like for a fun, colorful dessert that’s both easy and festive.
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Gina Matsoukas is an AP syndicated writer. She is the founder, photographer and recipe developer of Running to the Kitchen — a food website focused on providing healthy, wholesome recipes using fresh and seasonal ingredients. Her work has been featured in numerous media outlets both digital and print, including MSN, Huffington post, Buzzfeed, Women’s Health and Food Network.
