RecipesCandy Corn Cookies Get a head start on these buttery cookies by shaping and chilling the homemade dough ahead of time. When you’re ready, just slice and bake the tricolour treats. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
RecipesJack-o’-Lantern Cream Puffs “These jack-o’-lanterns may look spooky on the outside, but inside is a creamy, sweet treat. The classic flavour of pumpkin pie spice will have all your ghosts and goblins screaming for more!” —Karalee Helminak, South Milwaukee, Wisconsin
RecipesMartian Marshmallows “Wrap leftovers in cellophane and hand them out as favours—if they haven’t all disappeared by the end of the party.” —Teri Rasey, Cadillac, Michigan
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RecipesEyes On You “Look out! This crazy cupcake only has eyes for you. Don’t worry though, he’s delicious!” —Karen Tack, Riverside, Connecticut
RecipesGiant Cupcake Pumpkin “Make a smiley statement by decorating a whole tray of cupcakes. Once everyone’s seen the big picture, they can all take a treat.” —Gena Lott, Ogden, Utah
RecipesMini Pumpkin Cakes “I saw these cute cakes at a local grocery store and decided to make my own version at home. They’re a hit at any fall gathering.” —Jennifer Dorff, Waukesha, Wisconsin
RecipesTruffle-Filled Cupcakes “All creatures of All Hallows’ Eve are sure to delight in this treat with its unexpected surprise. You can use store-bought frosting to keep prep simple.” —Beverly Nowling, Bristol, Florida
RecipesSpooky Gelatin Bubble Cupcakes “It’s so much fun to make these and decorate with them! Bubbles can be made weeks ahead. Turn them into orange pumpkins, multi-coloured balloons—whatever!” —Sarah Thompson, Taste of Home Culinary Director
RecipesChocolate Candy Corn Cupcakes “My oldest son asks me to make these cupcakes every year for his class Halloween party. I always get compliments about how tasty and cute these treats are.” —Nicole Clayton, Prescott, Arizona