Whether you're planning a ghoulish gathering or looking for a fun activity to entertain the kids, Despina Notaras (@diaryofdespina) prepared three fantastic snack ideas that are sure to be a hit.

These Halloween inspired snacks are all about getting creative and having fun in the kitchen. They're perfect for involving little hands, entertaining guests, or just adding a touch of Halloween magic to your everyday.

1. Mini Spiderweb Pizzas
Mini Spiderweb Pizzas are the ultimate crowd-pleaser and a fantastic way to get the whole family involved in the kitchen. An activity that's as fun to make as it is to eat!

Servings: 6
What You'll Need

Ingredients

• 6 Mini Pizza Bases or English Muffins
• Tomato Paste
• Block of Mozzarella Cheese
• 1 x Can of Whole Olives, Pitted

Equipment

• Large Baking Sheet or Tray
• Cheese Grater
• Knife

Method

Step 1:
To make those awesome spiderwebs, grate your mozzarella cheese from the long side of the block into nice, long strips.

Step 2:
Lay your mini pizza bases or English Muffin halves on a baking sheet. Spread about a tablespoon of your favourite tomato paste evenly over each one.

Step 3:
Now for the best part, arrange your mozzarella cheese strips in a spooky web pattern on top of the sauce.

Step 4:
Slice black olives lengthwise to form the spider bodies. Then, cut smaller olive pieces in half to create the legs, and tiny rounds for eyes. Carefully place your creepy-crawly spiders onto your pizzas for that perfect Halloween touch.

Step 5:
Pop your assembled pizzas into the oven and bake for about 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is beautifully melted and slightly golden.

Serve and enjoy, let them cool for just a minute or two, then serve up these creative and delicious pizza snacks.

2. Rice Krispie Monsters
These colourful little creatures are made from classic Rice Krispies treats, transformed with vibrant icing and googly candy eyes. They’re incredibly easy to whip up, making them perfect for busy schedules and keeping the kids happy.

Servings: 8
What You'll Need

Ingredients

• A box of Rice Bubbles
• 8 Popsicle Sticks
• Candy Melt
• Candy Eyes

Equipment

• Microwave safe bowl
• Spatula or Large Spoon
• Baking Paper or Silicone Liner

Method

Step 1:
Melt butter and marshmallows over low heat, then stir in Rice Bubbles until thoroughly coated. Press into a pan to cool and set.

Step 2:
Carefully push a popsicle stick into the bottom of each treat. Don't worry if you don't have paddle pop sticks handy, paper straws work just as well!

Step 3:
Carefully melt candy melts per package instructions.
Safety Note: This can get very hot! Please ensure little ones have close adult supervision or that a parent handles this step.

Step 4:
Dip each treat on the stick end, letting excess drip off. Place on parchment or silicone liner. While coating is still wet, add candy eyes to create monsters.

Step 5:
Leave treats undisturbed for 20 minutes, or until fully set, before serving.

3. A Spooktacular Healthy Fruit & Veggie Board
Who says Halloween treats can't be healthy? This Halloween platter is a fun and healthy way to celebrate the spooky season.

Servings: 4
What You'll Need

Ingredients

• Mandarins
• Celery
• Red apples
• Bananas
• Peanut Butter
• Milk Chocolate and White Chocolate:
• Candy Eyes

Equipment

• Chopping Board
• Knife
• Microwave-Safe Bowl
• Spoon or Spatula
• Large Platter or Serving Dish

Method

Step 1:
Start by cleaning and prepping your fruit, then, simply cut and dice them into your preferred spooky shapes; Our favourite ways to decorate is by turning mandarins into mini pumpkins, apples into spooky monsters and bananas into ghosts!

Mini Mandarin Pumpkins

• Carefully peel your mandarin oranges. For your stems, cut a 1-2cm slice of cucumber or a piece of celery stalk, then trim to create a "stem" shape.
• Gently push one of your crafted "stems" down into the very top centre of each peeled mandarin orange. It’s as simple as that!

Apple Monsters

• Start with red or green apples. Cut them into wedges (adults should handle the knife).
• For the monster's mouth, spread a small amount of nut/seed butter on one side of an apple wedge.
• Carefully press small nuts or seeds (like pine nuts) into the butter for spooky teeth. Optional: Add a fun touch by inserting a thin slice of strawberry for a "tongue."

Banana Ghosts

• Peel bananas and cut them in half or thirds, depending on your desired ghost size.
• Melt your chocolate (dark or milk works well) according to package directions.
• Dip the pointed end of each banana piece into the melted chocolate to create the ghost's "face."
• While the chocolate is still wet, carefully place two small candy eyes onto the chocolate for the ghost's eyes.

Step 2:

Arrange all your prepared spooky fruits on a large platter or cutting board then serve and enjoy!

Note: Feel free to use other fruits and veggies you have on hand; this is just a rough guide.

Ready to conjure up these frightfully good snacks? Head in-centre to find everything you need to recreate these Halloween delights!