Ready to create the ultimate EASY vegan Halloween feast? I've got you covered with my favorite deliciously spooky vegan Halloween treats!
In this spooktacular roundup, I'll cover everything from appetizers, entrées, and snacks, as well as tons of desserts like cookies, cupcakes, and even homemade candy. I hope these fun recipes help you throw a killer vegan Halloween party, Jason masks are optional. 🙂
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What do vegans eat at Halloween?
Halloween is one of my favorite holidays for many reasons, not least of which is the food! Who doesn't love a smorgasbord of tasty fall grub and the inevitable grab bag of sweet treats? Nobody, that's who. The fact that many of the delicious dishes are often dressed up in costume just makes it all the more fun.
So what do vegans eat at Halloween? How about we start with sweet potato, butternut squash and pumpkin flavored everything - pasta, soup, and pot pies are just the beginning! I mean, orange is half of the Halloween color story, right?
There are also about a gazillion tasty recipes for vegan dips and finger foods (sans real fingers) to start off your night. I also assembled plenty of ghoulish vegan desserts to munch on after you dance the Monster Mash.
Oh, and feel free to drink all the boo's - oops! I mean booze - that you want. Cauldrons full of creepy cocktails are a great way to get those un-dead corpses cackling. And really, what's a party without a batch of witch's brew to get you in the spirit? (See what I did there? LOL)
Oh, and if you're wondering what to offer the mob of trick-or-treat-ers? I have a whole list of vegan friendly candies listed below. So let's get this party started, shall we??
Is any Halloween candy vegan?
Yes! Halloween goodies aren't just for flesh-eating zombies (or omnivores). There are plenty of packaged treats that are perfectly plant based. Here are a few ideas to get you started:
- Air Heads
- Twizzlers
- Swedish Fish
- Justin's Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups
- Sweet Tarts
- Jolly Ranchers
- Sour Patch Kids
- Skittles
- Fun Dip
- Blow Pops
- Smarties
- Dots
If you need more vegan candies and treats, check out this comprehensive list of vegan candy from our friends at Urban Tastebud.
But if you're more into creating some DIY hocus-pocus, don't fret. I have compiled a list of my absolute favorite vegan recipes for all the gruesome goodies you could possibly want. Let's get to it!
Devilish Dinners
These tasty and appropriately autumnal vegan recipes will keep the scary growls of an empty tummy at bay. Plus, it's always a good idea to lay down a foundation of healthy food before jumping face-first into a pile of candy. I AM a nutritionist, after all.
Creepy Cupcakes
These frightfully festive personal sized cakes are sure to win over even the most mischievous mortals. And since these vegan treats are easy to make gluten-free, they're mummy (and mommy) approved.
Spellbinding Snacks & Appetizers
These fang-tastic snacks are sure to be a hit on the buffet table. While they might look monstrous, they're actually hair-raisingly healthy.
Boo-tiful Cookies
Is there anything more bewitching than a plate full of cookies? I don't think so. These adorably sweet snacks are sure to charm your whole coven.
Hair-Raising Homemade Candy
If the thought of trick-or-treating is enough to send shivers down your spine, don't be a scaredy cat. These terrifying treats can be made in the safety of your own (haunted) house!
(Healthy) Desserts in Disguise
Call me a sorceress if you want, but I'm a big fan of sneaky treats. These delightful concoctions taste suspiciously like dessert, but are actually filled with nutritious ingredients. Just don't tell the dressed up draculas - they'll never know!
Mary Ellen Valverde MS, CNS, LDN is a Licensed Nutritionist and Certified Nutrition Specialist who empowers vegans to feel clear and confident about what is uniquely nourishing to them. Mary Ellen's recipes and nutrition information have been featured on Yahoo News, Parade, VegNews, LIVESTRONG, Dr. Axe, Greatist, LIVEKINDLY, Brit+Co, Well+Good, and more.
Mary Ellen Valverde MS, CNS, LDN is a Licensed Nutritionist and Certified Nutrition Specialist who empowers vegans to feel clear and confident about what is uniquely nourishing to them.Mary Ellen's recipes and nutrition information have been featured on Yahoo News, Parade, VegNews, LIVESTRONG, Dr. Axe, Greatist, LIVEKINDLY, Brit+Co, Well+Good, and more.
shaheen says
Everythng is so fab, I will def. try some of these out and have def.been inspired. Just gutted I missed up linking with my gratin and Orange Pasta Bake - I am linking this blog post to my most recentl Halloween Post, hope that is okay with you.
Mary Ellen says
Thank you so much Shaheen! Sure, you can link up where ever! Actually, Healthy Vegan Fridays is open until the Tuesday after the Friday so you can always link up after Friday and you'll still be included in the round up! 🙂
Katie & Josh says
What a fun round up Mary Ellen! Thanks so much for including our cookies. Can't wait to try some of these spooky recipes!!
Mary Ellen says
You're cookies look so tasty Katie!
Beth Hornback | Eat Within Your Means says
My problem is that I can't decide which ones to make, so I guess I'm going to have to try them all. It's a tough life, I know.
Mary Ellen says
LOL, I hear you Beth! People are so creative!
Cadry's Kitchen says
This round-up is seriously adorable!! Your vampire cupcakes are really calling my name. Thanks for including my ghosts!
Mary Ellen says
Thanks Cadry! Your ghosts are perfect for Halloween or Christmas!
frieddandelions says
Everything here is just so cute—I can't decide what to make first! Thanks for including my Pumpkin Cake!
Mary Ellen says
I can't wait to make your pumpkin cake! It looks amazing! 🙂
Ginny McMeans says
This is a super roundup! I will be referring back to this often.
Mary Ellen says
Thanks so much Ginny!
Marlena says
What a great roundup, Mary Ellen! There's so many spooky fun Halloween recipes in one place, and they all look so delicious! Thanks so much for including my pumpkin frosted chocolate cupcakes! Definitely sharing and pinning!
Mary Ellen says
Thanks Marlene! I can't wait to try your pumpkin cupcakes! They look so tasty!
apsara says
This is a lovely round up of recipes. So many fun ideas!
Mary Ellen says
Thank you Apsara! 🙂
Dianne says
Such a fun collection of recipes!
Mary Ellen says
Thank you Dianne! <3
Johanna @ Green Gourmet Giraffe says
wow lots of great recipes and glad there are some savoury ones
Mary Ellen says
Thanks so much Johanna! I love savory food too so I needed to throw a few in for use savory people! 🙂
Melissa @ Vegan Huggs says
This is such a fabulous roundup of spooky Halloween treats. My son had fun looking at them with me. He wants me to make all of them. Those vampire cupcakes are awesome! Thank you for including my recipe 🙂
Mary Ellen says
Thanks so much Melissa! And I'm glad your son liked them too! Your mummy cupcakes are amazing!
Demeter | Beaming Baker says
Seriously, everything looks SO good in this roundup, Mary Ellen! 🙂 Thank you for making Halloween so much easier this year. And who says vegan festivities can't be as fun? 😉 Thanks so much for including my Jack Skellington cups! Sharing and pinning, of course! xo
Mary Ellen says
Thanks so much Demeter! Vegan treats are much more available than then used to be. 🙂 Your Jack Skellington cups are so cute! I saw them before and loved them so I was hoping you'd want them in the roundup!
Kimmythevegan says
This is such a great roundup! Thank you for including my pumpkin cartwheels =)
That cheeseball... drooling...
Some of these look so good! But take a little too much creative art skills for me haha ;p
Mary Ellen says
No problem girl! Your pumpkin cartwheels look delicious! I know, some people really stepped up their game with these treats! They all look so good!
Amy Katz from Veggies Save The Day says
What a great collection of fun Halloween recipes! Thank you for including my Mummy Pizzas!
Mary Ellen says
Your mummy pizzas looks so delicious and perfect for Halloween!
Natalie | Feasting on Fruit says
This is so much fun!! Thank you for including my cookie and I can't wait to share?
Mary Ellen says
Thanks so much for sharing Natalie! Your cookie is so awesome! I love the Nightmare before Christmas!
Christine @ Run Plant Based says
So much fun recipe inspiration here, thanks!
Mary Ellen says
Thanks Christine! 🙂 Love all the fun creations that blogger come up with!
Julie @ Running in a Skirt says
What a fun collection of recipes!! I love how festive they all are. Tweeted and pinned for you!
Mary Ellen says
Thank you so much for sharing Julie! You're the best! <3
Becky says
Oh my gosh, so many delicious treats here. We need a week of Halloween, so I can eat them all!
Mary Ellen says
Yes, I'm going to have to start right now!