5 Creative Trick-or-Treating Treats: Sweet Alternatives to Candy

As Halloween approaches, many moms are on the lookout for fun and creative alternatives to traditional candy for trick-or-treaters. Whether you’re looking to accommodate dietary restrictions, promote healthier choices, or simply offer something unique, there are plenty of options to delight the little ghouls and goblins in your neighborhood. Here are some fantastic non-candy treats that kids will love!

1. Fun and Festive Snacks

If you still want to offer an edible treat but just want to avoid candy you could for popcorn, chips, or pretzels! You can make these yourself by getting treat bags and large bags of the product or you can opt for the pre-packaged small bags! You can even add a Halloween-themed sticker or label to make them extra festive!

2. Toys and Trinkets

Last year I started hanging out glow sticks in addition to candy and am planning on doing that again this year! It was a huge hit with the kids and the parents! I love that it makes it easy to see your kiddo once it starts to get dark and it is so fun to be able to have something they can use right then! I have also seen people doing bouncy balls, Halloween trinkets, or other small toys like Play-Doh! Another option I have done in the past is stickers and temporary tattoos! Again these are super fun for kiddos and the parents will be happy it is not more candy! A lot of these options are more affordable in comparison to candy so they are great if you are on a budget! 

3. Healthy Options

Aside from candy or popcorn, there are other great alternatives that are a little more health-conscious! You could go for fruit snacks like dried fruit or fruit leather! There are organic and no-sugar-added options that kiddos and parents will love! You could even get some trail mix and offer that as a treat to trick-or-treaters! 

4. DIY Treats

If you enjoy a little DIY project you could offer homemade treats like cookies, muffins, or rice krispie treats. I would just be sure to label them clearly and list any allergens! You can wrap them in Halloween-themed treat bags! 

5. Drinks and Refreshments

They are sure to need something to wash all that candy down so handing out drinks is a great choice! You could go for a 100% juice box or flavored water! You can easily decorate the bottles with stickers to make them festive!

Trick-or-treating doesn’t have to revolve around candy! By offering creative, non-candy alternatives, you can ensure that every child leaves with a smile (and a fun surprise). Whether you choose healthy snacks, toys, or homemade treats, your contributions will be appreciated by both kids and their parents. So this Halloween, get ready to spread some spooky joy with these delightful treats! Happy Halloween and safe Trick-Or-Treating!