Halloween is the perfect time to get creative in the kitchen with delicious, locally sourced ingredients from California. Whether you’re planning a spooky soirée or a cozy night in with friends, these recipes will make your Halloween party food spread a hit. Featuring fresh California-grown produce, nuts, and wine, these appetizers, main dishes, desserts, and beverages will bring out the best of the Golden State.

Appetizers + Cheese Boards for Halloween

Roasted Garlic Pumpkin Seeds

These crunchy, savory roasted pumpkin seeds are the ultimate snack for Halloween. Made with California-grown pumpkins, they’re perfect to nibble on while mingling at your party.

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Halloween Cheese Board

Learn how to build a hauntingly good Halloween-themed cheese board from The Delicious Life featuring a mix of California cheeses, fruits, nuts, and festive treats.

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Pumpkin Hummus

This roasted garlic pumpkin hummus recipe from Salt & Wind blends fall flavors with creamy hummus. It combines roasted garlic, tahini, chickpeas, and pumpkin puree, brightened by lemon juice and a touch of maple syrup. The fried sage and chili flakes add a savory kick, while garnishes like toasted pepitas or pomegranate seeds provide texture. Perfect for pairing with veggies, crackers, or as a spread, it’s a healthy, seasonal dip ideal for fall gatherings.

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Halloween Charcuterie Board

This charcuterie board from Britney Breaks Bread combines sweet and savory flavors using California-sourced produce and cured meats, beautifully arranged with spooky elements like olive “eyeballs.”

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Fun Halloween Food Art Ideas

Get creative with these California-inspired food art ideas, including ghostly fruits and veggie platters perfect for kids and adults alike.

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Easy Halloween Witch’s Fingers with California Prunes

California Prunes add a fun twist to Halloween treats. These simple recipes are sweet, healthy, and spooky!

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Halloween Focaccia with Olives, Peppers & Mushrooms

This artistic focaccia bread from Jerry James Stone is decorated with spooky shapes from fresh California veggies. It’s both delicious and fun to make.

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Halloween Party Food for the Main Event!

Chili Recipe

Warm up your Halloween night with a hearty bowl of chili made from fresh California ingredients, perfect for a cozy meal that feeds a crowd.

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Beverages to Serve with Your Halloween Party Food

How to Make a Pumpkin Keg

Bring California pumpkins to the party in a new way by turning them into kegs! Learn how to make a pumpkin keg for serving your favorite Halloween punch.

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Red Wine Hot Chocolate

California red wine takes hot chocolate to a new level in this indulgent, adult only cozy drink perfect for cool Halloween nights.

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Fall Sangria

This Fall Sangria from Hola Jalapeño is a refreshing seasonal twist on the classic cocktail, featuring crisp California apples, pears, and warming spices like cinnamon. Blended with white wine and a splash of apple brandy, it’s the perfect drink to celebrate the flavors of fall.

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Want more Halloween party foods? Try these pumpkin-based and festive recipes:

Grilled Pumpkin Steaks with Black Beans & Jalapeño Pesto

Elevate your Halloween dinner with these savory grilled pumpkin steaks from Hola Jalapeño paired with black beans and zesty jalapeño pesto, all made from California-grown ingredients.

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Sweet Treats

Caramel Walnut Spiders for Halloween

Creepy and delicious, these Caramel Walnut Spider cookies are a fun, California Walnut-packed dessert for Halloween.

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Caramel Apples for Halloween

Make these classic Halloween treats with California-grown apples for a fresh and crunchy sweet treat.

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Brown Butter Pumpkin Cake

This Pumpkin Cake from Britney Breaks Bread is the perfect fall dessert, full of cozy flavors! The cake is soft, moist, and infused with warm spices and rich maple pumpkin butter, all topped with a luscious brown butter cream cheese frosting. Enjoy this brown butter pumpkin cake throughout the season—it’s a crowd-pleaser for any occasion!

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Strawberry Ghosts

These adorable chocolate-dipped strawberry ghosts are a spooky yet healthy dessert made with fresh California Strawberries.

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Gluten-Free Cupcakes with Pumpkin Swirl Cream Cheese Frosting

For your gluten-free guests, these pumpkin spice cakes from A Girl Defloured offer all the fall flavors wrapped up in a beautiful pumpkin flavored cream cheese swirl.

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Whether you’re serving up snacks, main dishes, or desserts, these Halloween party food recipes featuring California-grown ingredients are sure to impress your guests!