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Halloween is creeping up fast, and that means it's time for costumes, scary decor, and of course, loads of sweet treats. And if you ask us, dessert is the real star of spooky season — whether you’re throwing a haunted bash or keeping it cozy at home.
The secret to spine-chilling sweet treats is ice cream—and Breyers is your ace up the sleeve for spooktacular Halloween desserts. From graveyard cakes to creepy crawly ice cream sandwiches, we’ve got the perfect recipes to thrill kids and grown-ups alike, and feed a supernatural (and super-hungry) crowd. Ready to serve up some frightfully fun sweets? Let’s get spooky!
Tips for Hosting a Terrific Halloween Dessert Party
Turn your table into a full-on fright fest for your Halloween gathering with a few easy tricks and some tasty treats.
Create a DIY Ice Cream Bar
Let your guests build their own dessert. Serve a few crowd-pleasing Breyers flavors, like Natural Vanilla, Non-Dairy Chocolate, and Cookies and Cream, and lay out bowls of spooky toppings, like “ghost teeth” (white chocolate chips) and “zombie dirt” (crushed cookies), so everyone can make their own scream-worthy bowl.
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Have Kid-Friendly and Adult-Approved Toppings
Have a split table with gummy worms and rainbow sprinkles for the kids, and coffee syrup, sticky caramel, or spiced nuts for the adults. Everyone wins.
Decorate the Scene
Drape your table in cobwebs, add flickering LED candles, and serve your Halloween-themed desserts from cauldrons, coffins, or skeleton hands. For extra flair, add a little dry ice to punch bowls or ice cream stations for foggy, spooky effects.
So, now you know how to put the treat in “trick or treat”. Have fun whipping up these fang-tastic desserts and use Breyers as the base for your scariest creations. Just don’t forget to tag us @breyers on Instagram. We can’t wait to see them!
FAQs
What are some easy Halloween ice cream desserts to make with kids?
The Mint Chip Spiders are a huge hit! They're hands-on and super fun to decorate. The Graveyard Cake is also a great group project for kids and adults to assemble together.
Can I prep Halloween ice cream treats ahead of time?
Yes! Ice cream bombes, ice cream cakes, and spider sandwiches can all be made ahead and stored in the freezer. Simply add your decorations or toppings right before serving.
Which Breyers flavors work best for spooky-themed desserts?
Vanilla is super versatile (and perfect for layered treats), while Mint Chocolate Chip and Cookies and Cream bring bold flavor and color contrast. Chocolate and Natural Strawberry are also great for moody, eery or dark-themed desserts!
Quality Taste from Quality Ingredients
Don’t take our word for it—try it yourself. From classic flavors to specialty treats, we have something sweet for everyone.
