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36 Easy and Inventive Halloween Lunch Ideas for Kids and Adults

From cute to creepy, to simply easy, there's something for you here!

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Ian Palmer

Whether you're busy putting the finishing touches on Halloween decorations or scrambling to throw together a last-minute Halloween costume, it can be easy to overlook that most-important midday meal, and find yourself out of Halloween lunch ideas.

Not to worry! We've gathered together three dozen of our favorite Halloween lunches. Some are simply satisfying, and others are spookily fun. Whether you want to gussy up an on-theme halloween lunch, or just get something filling in your family's stomachs before gorging on all the best Halloween candy, we've got you covered.

What's YOUR favorite Halloween lunch? Tell us in the comments, below!

1

Halloween Bagel Pizza Mummies

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Ian Palmer

Here's a Halloween lunch idea that checks all the boxes: It's fast and easy, it's fun, and it's filling.

Your mummy would be proud.

Get the recipe for Halloween Bagel Pizza Mummies.

2

Homemade Sloppy Joes

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Ian Palmer

Just want to make something that everyone will eat? We hear you. There's nothing like a sloppy Joe.

Plus, if you dress like a zombie family, any spills will blend right in!

Get the recipe for Homemade Sloppy Joes.

3

Breadstick Rattlers

breadstick rattlers
Brian Woodcock

These cute dippers are perfectly fun, and go well with a cauldron of your favorite soup!

Get the recipe for Breadstick Rattlers.

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4

Creamy Tomato Bisque

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Quentin Bacon

This tomato bisque has it all: it's easy, it's creamy, and it looks great in a cauldron. đŸ˜‰

Get the recipe for Creamy Tomato Bisque.

5

Lasagna Soup

lasagna soup
Ian Palmer

Want a soup that's a little more filling? This 25-minute lasagna soup is packed with ground beef and noodles.

Get the recipe for Lasagna Soup.

6

Creamy Pumpkin Pasta

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Ren Fuller

A can of pumpkin and your favorite short noodles are the start to an easy, elegant lunch that the whole family will love.

Get the recipe for Creamy Pumpkin Pasta.

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7

Mummy Pumpkin Hand Pies

mummy pumpkin hand pies
Ren Fuller

Even Halloween lunch deserves a sweet treat or two! These pumpkin hand pies can be made ahead.

Get the recipe for Mummy Pumpkin Hand Pies.

8

Smoky Pumpkin Deviled Eggs

smoky pumpkin deviled eggs
Ren Fuller

Seasoned with smoked paprika, these fun pumpkin-y deviled eggs make a great Halloween lunch starter.

Get the recipe for Smoky Pumpkin Deviled Eggs.

9

Pumpkin-Chorizo Pizza

pumpkin chorizo pizza
Ren Fuller

Store-bought pizza dough makes this hearty pizza a little easier. It's great if you're feeding a whole bunch of little goblins.

Get the recipe for Pumpkin-Chorizo Pizza.

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10

Spider Cookie Truffles

spider cookie truffles
Evin Krehbiel

This sweet treat is the perfect post-lunch nibbler.

Get the recipe for Spider Cookie Truffles.

11

Hot Dog Rattlesnake Bites

hot dog rattlesnake bites
Ian Palmer

Want to make a lunch that people can graze on while running around? These grab-and-go snake bites are key.

Get the recipe for Hot Dog Rattlesnake Bites.

12

Spiderweb Pancakes

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Ian Palmer

If your lunch plans look more like brunch plans, why not lean into it with some fun decorated pancakes?

Get the recipe for Spiderweb Pancakes.

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13

Butternut Squash Soup

butternut squash soup
Ericka McConnell

Keep this classic fall soup warming on the stove and you can serve it up whenever anyone's hungry.

Get the recipe for Butternut Squash Soup.

14

Halloween Candy Bark

halloween candy bark
Ian Palmer

This easy-peasy snack makes a great preview to the evening's trick-or-treating.

Get the recipe for Halloween Candy Bark.

15

Apple Cider-Glazed Wings

apple ciderglazed wings
Becky Luigart-Stayner

Want to go all-out on your Halloween lunch menu? These wings have replaced Buffalo on our fall party menus!

Get the recipe for Apple Cider-Glazed Wings.

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16

Tuna Melt

tuna melt
Ian Palmer

Why not make the family a Halloween lunch you probably had when you were a kid? If you haven't had a tuna melt in a while, now's the time to fix that.

Get the recipe for Tuna Melt.

17

Best Chicken Quesadilla Recipe

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Ian Palmer

Made with rotisserie leftovers, chicken quesadillas are a lunchtime classic for a reason. They're just so easy and good.

Get the recipe for Best Chicken Quesadilla Recipe.

18

Creamy Mushroom Soup

creamy mushroom soup
Becky Luigart-Stayner

This super creamy fall soup will have everyone wandering into the kitchen saying "what's that wonderful smell?"

Get the recipe for Creamy Mushroom Soup.

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19

Air Fryer Mac and Cheese

air fryer mac and cheese
Mike Garten

Here's a fast and filling treat that you can whip up in no time with a countertop air fryer.

Get the recipe for Air Fryer Mac and Cheese.

20

Slow Cooker Beef Tacos

slow cooker beef tacos
Becky Luigart-Stayner

Start this early and you've got a simple lunch that everyone can help themselves to whenever they want.

Get the recipe for Slow Cooker Beef Tacos.

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