Healthy Halloween Treats
These 7 healthy Halloween treats provide a delightful way to celebrate the holiday without the typical sugar rush, making them perfect for parties or simple family snacks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 7 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Fruit: Grapes, bananas, kiwi, strawberries
- Dipping Sauce: Chocolate or yogurt
- Pumpkin Puree
- Oats
- Nut Butter: Peanut butter or almond butter
- Sweetener: Honey or maple syrup
- Pumpkin Seeds
- Spices: Cinnamon and nutmeg
Instructions
- Cut the fruit into fun shapes if desired. Use cookie cutters for stars or pumpkins.
- Thread the fruit pieces onto skewers, alternating colors for a vibrant look.
- Serve with melted chocolate or yogurt for dipping.
- In a large bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, oats, nut butter, honey, pumpkin seeds, and spices.
- Mix until fully incorporated.
- Roll the mixture into small balls (about 1 inch in diameter).
- Place the bites on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for 30 minutes, or until firm.
- Once set, serve the energy bites alongside the fruit skewers for a healthy platter.
Notes
Choose ripened fruits and stick to measurements for the best results. Chill the energy bites before serving for better texture.