17 Halloween Recipes That Are So Clever, It’s Scary — And They’re Perfect for Potlucks
No magic needed to conjure up these spook-tacular dishes, thanks to our easy-do directions
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Kick off your Halloween celebration the most delicious way, with these dressed-up dishes that are your quick ticket to ghastly good fun. From creepy “brains” pizza to a cheerful jack-o’-lantern fondue, these bites are as enjoyable as they are eye-catching. They’re perfect if you’re looking for Halloween potluck ideas to wow a crowd or just want to scare up some fun before trick-or-treating. Keep scrolling for our festive recipes that are to die for!
17 Halloween potluck ideas for guaranteed fun
Take your pick from the recipes below, and get ready to watch magic happen. And for the the sweetest ending to any boo bash, check out our spellbinding recipes for Halloween cakes and scary-good cupcakes.
1. Jack-o’-Lantern Fondue
![Jack-o’-Lantern Fondue sits on a plate (halloween potluck)](https://www.firstforwomen.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/10/DIG-Halloween-potluck1.png?w=1024)
Beer, mustard and Tabasco give this fondue lots of flavor.
2. Six-Feet-Under Dip
![Six-Feet Under Dip sits looking spooky (halloween potluck)](https://www.firstforwomen.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/10/DIG-Halloween-potluck2.png?w=1024)
You’ll be haunted by the delicious flavors of guacamole, refried beans and sour cream–ranch dip layered beneath “tombstone” crackers meant for scooping.
3. Mini Mummy Pepperoni Pizzas
![Mini Mummy Pepperoni Pizzas sits looking yummy (halloween potluck)](https://www.firstforwomen.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/10/DIG-Halloween-potluck3.png?w=1024)
Layers of creamy Alfredo sauce, zesty pepperoni and cheesy bandages make for extra-yummy mummies.
4. Turkey Breast El Diablo
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Fire up the Halloween party crowd by serving this devilishly good dish that’s spiced up with sweet-and-sour hot sauce.
5. Halloween Buffalo Chicken Spread
![Halloween Buffalo Chicken Spread sits on a plate (halloween potluck)](https://www.firstforwomen.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/10/DIG-Halloween-potluck5.png?w=1024)
Folks will be clamoring to dig into this frightfully delicious dip that can be made up to a day ahead.
6. Cheesy Wonton Bats
![Wacky Wonton Bat Bites sits looking cute (halloween potluck)](https://www.firstforwomen.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/10/DIG-Halloween-potluck6.png?w=1024)
With a little bit of Halloween magic, we transformed classic crab rangoon into a frightfully festive treat.
7. Slimy Brains Pizza
![Slimy Brains Pizza sits looking slimy (halloween potlucks)](https://www.firstforwomen.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/10/DIG-Halloween-potluck7.png?w=1024)
The genius behind this creepy treat? Starting with a prebaked crust makes it so easy, it’s scary.
8. Bloodshot Deviled Eggs
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Blue cheese dressing is the secret ingredient in these eyeballs.
9. Hot Chili Corn Dip
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Spice up your party with our warm Tex-Mex-inspired turkey chili dip.
10. Turkey Witch
![Turkey Witch sits looking spooky (halloween potluck)](https://www.firstforwomen.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/10/DIG-Halloween-potluck10.png?w=1024)
This witch may look “bad,” but guests will flip for her ooey-gooey cheese coating and crunchy tortilla accessories.
11. Pumpkin Cheese Ball
![Pumpkin Cheese Ball sits looking cute (halloween potluck)](https://www.firstforwomen.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/10/DIG-Halloween-potluck11.png?w=1024)
Three kinds of cheese, pepperoni and a touch of hot sauce guarantee this spooky-cute jack-o’-lantern is simply irresistible.
12. Spider Bread Bowl with Hot Chili Dip
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Our spellbinding spider is surprisingly easy to make thanks to premade bread dough.
13. Bride of Frankenstein Guacamole Dip
![Bride of Frankenstein Guacamole Dip sits on a white plate (halloween potluck)](https://www.firstforwomen.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/10/DIG-Halloween-potluck13.png?w=1024)
We used blue tortilla chips to form the “hair” on this festive guacamole dip that’s wired for delicious fun.
14. Skeleton Crudité
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No bones about it — crisp veggies taste great dipped in a lively mix of sweet onion and sour cream.
15. Meaty and Macabre Mac ’n’ Cheese
![Meaty and Macabre Mac ’n’ Cheese sits looking spooky (halloween potluck)](https://www.firstforwomen.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2023/10/DIG-Halloween-potluck15.png?w=1024)
All eyes will be on this monstrously good comfort-food classic that’s irresistible with a double dose of shredded cheese.
16. Spider Chili Cups
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Transform meaty chili into finger food with these bite-size bowls dressed up with black olive spiders.
17. Hot Dog Mummies
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Store-bought crescent dough is the clever trick to turn hot dogs into these ghoulish bites.
For even more Halloween, click through the links below:
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