Whether you’re dealing with a picky eater or just looking to spruce up your kid’s meals for the Halloween season, we’ve got a batch of delicious and howlingly easy snack ideas that even junior can help out with. Decorating food and treats is also a great way to disguise certain foods that your child hates, such as vegetables and fruits.
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Here are 14 spooktacular Halloween-themed treats for kids that are so easy to make:
This adorably spooky treat won’t take more than five minutes to make, and is a great way to use up all your bananas before they turn bad. Simply cut each banana into half, then use chocolate chip (or apply melted chocolate if you have the time) for the faces.
This healthy combo will make for a fun Halloween party. For the apple, carve out a section for the mouth, and stick cut almonds or other nuts into it for “teeth”. Make the eyes stand out with satay sticks, marshmallow and onion rings or biscuits.
Want to up your child’s vitamin C intake? Make oranges more apeeling by turning them into tiny pumpkin lookalikes! Simply peel them, then stick a short vegetable stalk into the centre, easy peasy.
Give regular avocado toast a horror-movie twist with this adorable Frankenstein-themed idea. All you need are olives, guacamole, a bit of red capsicum and boiled egg slices.
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Raise the stakes with peanut butter by arranging a spooky face on it with raw almonds, blueberries and banana slices. A well-balanced breakfast packaged in a unique way is sure to surprise the kids!
Here are four ways to cook with peanut butter:
Love to bake? Try pumpkin frosting instead of the usual vanilla, strawberry or chocolate. Add a spider for decor.
This cheeky lunchbox idea is perfect for Halloween. You will need cheese slices and a sharp knife to carve out the perfect Jack-o-lantern face. Don’t be afraid to get creative with it.
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This spooky treat is so easy to make and a great healthy alternative to all the sweets out there. You will need sliced apples, peanut butter and something for the “teeth”, such as mini marshmallows, yogurt-covered raisins and more.
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Tip: Soak the sliced apples in lemon water for about 10 minutes to prevent them from browning quickly.
Let your kids create their own pancake ghosties by putting the pancake mix into a squeeze bottle (which you can get from supermarkets and places like Daiso), so they can draw their creations directly onto the pan or skillet. Decorate with chocolate chips, nuts or fruits.
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These realistic-looking “fingers” are a great way to makeover a regular hot dog bun. Simply slice lines into the sausage and cut out a small section for the fingernail, before drizzling ketchup all over for the “blood”.
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This is an ingenious way to keep your child’s food protected, while adding a spooky factor. Wrap the sandwich or food item in a kitchen towel, and uses extra strips or a white ribbon for the mummy’s bandages. Googly eyes add a touch of cuteness.
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Instead of a tomato-sauce base, try using pumpkin mash instead. Let junior help you out with decorating the face with capcisum and zucchini. Get the full recipe here.
This one’s for the grown-ups as much as the kids. Layer on your favourite cheese slice onto a slice of bread (wholemeal is a healthier option), then cut into the shape of this iconic 80’s game villain. Use cherry tomatoes for eyes!
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