Halloween is filled with costumes, decorations and of course, candy. Kids are ecstatic and already buzzing from the impending sugar high. But parents? Well, let’s just say the ghouls and ghosts aren’t the real reason they want to scream this Halloween. Does refined sugar count as a scary monster?

For parents looking to balance out all that sugar with better-for-you options, fruit-based treats can be just as festive and fun. We’ve brainstormed some easy Halloween snack ideas that kids will love and parents will appreciate. 

With Dole^® Fruit Bowls^® Snacks and Dole Wiggles^® Fruit Juice Gels, you can whip up some spooky Halloween snacks that are portable, shelf-stable, and sweet in a wholesome way. 

Why Choose Fruit-Based Halloween Snacks?

Halloween is the ultimate “candy holiday,” but smart snacking can make the fun last longer without the sugar crash. Dole’s fruit-first treats give you flexibility to create festive flavors while adding real fruit to the mix. Just a few more benefits include:

• Balance and variety: Kids still enjoy a sweet treat, but the fruit helps balance out the candy load.
  
• Portion-controlled: Each fruit bowl or fruit juice gel is just the right size for party tables or trick-or-treat bags.
  
• Shelf-stable snacking: No need to worry about refrigeration!
  
• Kid-approved fun: Our compact bowls are easy to dress up with spooky decorations.

With ready-to-eat options like Dole^® Fruit Bowls^® Snacks and Dole Wiggles^® Fruit Juice Gels, you save time while still delivering Halloween snacks for kids that feel special.

Spooky & Simple Halloween Snack Ideas

Ghostly Fruit Cups

Transform Dole^® Pineapple Tidbits in 100% Juice* Fruit Bowls^® or Dole^® Tropical Fruit in 100% Juice* Fruit Bowls^® into ghostly treats by decorating the outside of the cup with tape, paper cutouts, and a marker to create spooky faces. This is a great party activity, or just a fun way to get kids’ creative juices flowing… pun intended! 

Monster Wiggles

With just a few  Dole Wiggles^® Cherry Gels and some candy eyes or fruit cutouts stuck on the gel, kids can create their own monster designs before enjoying the soft and wiggly snack. Try flipping the cup upside down on a plate so the gel stands upright. That way, it’s easier to attach eyes, whiskers, or even fangs!

Pumpkin Patch Bowls

Use orange snack options like Dole^® Mandarins in Orange Flavored Gel Fruit Bowls^® or Dole^® Mandarin Oranges in 100% Juice Fruit Bowls^® as the base for your “mini pumpkins.”Add a slivered grape or kiwi slice ‘stem’ on top to complete the look. These fun Halloween snacks are as cute as they are tasty!

Creepy Crawly Wiggles

Cut small slits into the gel of a Dole Wiggles^® Fruit Juice Gels and add gummy worms, partially submerged, for a slimy and silly surprise. For an added “worms in dirt” effect, crumble a graham cracker or chocolate cookie over the surface. This Halloween snack combines texture and flavor that kids who love just a little “ick factor” in their spooky treats!

Batty Fruit Bowls

Attach cut-out black paper wings to Dole^® Fruit Bowls^® Snacks with tape, and suddenly they’re transformed into flying bats. These easy little Halloween snacks also double as table décor for everything from class parties to family gatherings. You could even use them as a playful twist on place cards.

Halloween Party & Trick-Or-Treat Hacks with Dole

Dole^® Fruit Bowls^® Snacks and Dole Wiggles^® Fruit Juice Gels make Halloween snacking a breeze, whether you’re prepping for trick-or-treaters or hosting a party.

Sealed cups are classroom-friendly and effortless to set out on snack tables with little extra prep. They also slip neatly into treat bags or party favors, since they don’t require refrigeration and stay fresh until it’s time to enjoy. With just a few spooky touches (like themed stickers, decorative tape or printable labels) you can transform Dole^® Fruit Bowls^® Snacks into festive Halloween party giveaways that double as décor. 

One Less Thing to Scare You This Halloween

Don’t let the dreaded sugar rush spoil Halloween this year! By creatively adding real fruit into the mix, you can balance spooky fun and wholesome flavor while keeping your kids excited about their Halloween treats. Dole^® Fruit Bowls^® Snacks and Dole Wiggles^® Fruit Juice Gels make it a lot easier to serve festive snacks that are wholesome, portable and frightfully fun. Explore more of our products and recipes to inspire you this spooky season!