Halloween [1] can be tricky to navigate if you're trying to eat healthy. Candy, drinks, and sweets abound, and while you deserve to treat yourself, having a few healthy ideas in your arsenal is always a good idea. From spooky party dishes to revamped candies, these fresh ideas are as festive as they are delicious. So scroll through for some Halloween snacks that are spooky good (and good for you!).
Scary Bananas
Halloween [2] desserts don't have to ruin your healthy eating. These spooky banana treats will satisfy you with a burst of dark chocolate and the sweetness of the fruit.
Vampire Juice
Had too many spooky cocktails? This vampire juice with beet, carrot, orange, lemon, and ginger will jolt you back to life. Try this recipe for beet carrot ginger juice [3] as well.
Halloween Salad
Even salads can feel festive. Using cutouts to add spooky shapes like pumpkins and ghosts will make a crunchy salad into a celebratory snack.
Tropical Candy Corn
Give typical candy corn a healthy spin with this tropical alternative. Layers of pineapple, cantaloupe, and banana re-create the classic Halloween [4] candy.
Healthy Snickers
If you can't resist the taste of snickers, skip the processed bars from the store and make your own healthy recipe [5] instead.
Ghost Popsicles
Throwing a spooky shindig? These yogurt-coated ghost popsicles are a sweet and healthy snack that guests can enjoy guilt free.
Homemade Peanut Butter Cups
You don't have to give up on your favorite candies. Make your own healthier peanut butter cups [6] at home, or give almond butter cups [7] a try instead.
Pineapple Monster
For a show-stopping centerpiece at your Halloween [8] party, create a creepy pineapple monster using the shell of a hollowed out pineapple. Get directions for making a pineapple monster here [9].
Jack-o'-Lantern Party Tray
Snack away on this veggie tray that will fill you up before you have a chance to binge on candy.
Baked Pumpkin Doughnuts
For a sweet treat that will satisfy your morning sugar cravings, take a bite out of a baked pumpkin doughnut [10].
Apple Bones With Bloody Jam
Need an idea for the Halloween [11] potluck? This creative idea will be a crowd pleaser. Get the recipe for the strawberry, raspberry, and beet jam here [12].
Monster Smoothie Bowl
If your friends love a smoothie bowl [13] as much as you do, invite them for a detox brunch featuring this creepy guy.
Paleo Chocolate Cupcakes
If you'd take cake over candy any day, but you're still trying to eat healthy, try whipping up a batch of Paleo cupcakes. They are topped with a sweet potato or pumpkin icing, so you can indulge your sweet tooth the healthy way. Get the recipe here [14].
Vegan Dirt and Worms
Dirt and worms was the ultimate childhood gross-out treat. When you're in need of a diet-friendly dessert, this one is for you. Pair vegan chocolate pudding with cookie crumbles and homemade gummy worms and voilà! Get the full recipe for vegan dirt and worms here [15].
Chocolate Orange Cake Pops
Cake pops [16] don't have to be unhealthy. Use dark chocolate and carrot cake protein balls [17] and you can munch away.
Vegan Candy Corn
Vegan candy corn [18] is a sweet you can enjoy without any guilt. Full of wholesome ingredients, it's one healthy treat.
Dark-Chocolate-Drizzled Popcorn Balls
Indulge your sweet tooth the healthy way with dark-chocolate-drizzled popcorn balls. The popcorn will fill you up so you won't be tempted to overindulge. Get the recipe here [19].