Leftover Halloween Candy? Try These 10 Creative Recipes to Use It Up

Halloween has come and gone, and now you’re left with costumes in a sticky, crumpled pile on the laundry room floor and a mountain of candy taking over your kitchen. As tempting as it may be to dive in, too much sugar can leave you feeling less than great. So, what’s the solution? You don’t want to toss it all out, and letting the kids tackle that candy stash isn’t ideal either.

Enter these shareable, creative recipes that let you transform leftover Halloween candy into treats perfect for the office, family gatherings, or a cozy night in. Here are some fun, delicious ways to make the most of your post-Halloween haul!

1. Candy Bar Blondies: An Irresistible Sweet Treat

Nothing says comfort like a gooey blondie, and this recipe is the perfect way to incorporate leftover chocolate bars. Blondies are a rich, chewy treat similar to brownies but without cocoa powder, making them the ideal base for any type of chocolate candy. Whether you’re working with Snickers, Reese’s, or Milky Way, these blondies will turn your leftovers into an unforgettable dessert.

• Ingredients:

  1. 1 cup chopped leftover candy (like Snickers, Reese’s, or Twix)

  2. 1 cup brown sugar

  3. 1 cup flour

  4. ½ cup melted butter

  5. 1 egg

  6. 1 tsp vanilla extract

• Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.

  2. Mix melted butter and brown sugar in a bowl until smooth, then add the egg and vanilla.

  3. Stir in flour until combined, then fold in your chopped candies.

  4. Pour the batter into a greased 8x8 pan and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown on top.

  5. Cool before slicing and enjoy with a glass of milk!

2. Chocolate Candy Bark: Sweet, Simple, and Perfect for Sharing

Chocolate bark is one of the easiest and most satisfying ways to use up leftover Halloween candy. This recipe lets you create a custom candy bark with any variety of chocolate or fruity candies. It’s also a great activity to do with kids, letting them sprinkle on their favorite treats and toppings.

• Ingredients:

  1. 2 cups melted chocolate (milk, dark, or white)

  2. 1-2 cups assorted chopped candies (M&Ms, Kit Kats, pretzels, etc.)

• Instructions:

  1. Spread melted chocolate on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

  2. Sprinkle with chopped candy pieces and any other toppings you like, such as pretzels, nuts, or mini marshmallows.

  3. Let it cool until firm, then break into pieces. Store in an airtight container.

3. Leftover Candy Cookie Dough Truffles: Bite-Sized Bliss

If you’re a cookie dough fan, these no-bake truffles will be a dream come true. You can add chopped candy pieces directly into the dough, then dip them in chocolate for a deliciously indulgent treat.

• Ingredients:

  1. 1 ¼ cup flour (heat-treated for safety)

  2. ½ cup softened butter

  3. ½ cup brown sugar

  4. 2 tbsp milk

  5. 1 cup chopped candy (like peanut butter cups, Twix, or caramel pieces)

  6. 2 cups melted chocolate for coating

• Instructions:

  1. In a bowl, beat butter and sugar until smooth.

  2. Add flour and milk, mixing until a dough forms. Stir in your chopped candy.

  3. Roll the dough into small balls and chill them in the fridge.

  4. Once firm, dip each truffle in melted chocolate and let set on parchment paper.

4. Candy-Stuffed Brownies: A Chocolate Lover’s Dream

For a more decadent dessert, try making candy-stuffed brownies. This recipe layers chopped candy bars within rich brownie batter, resulting in gooey pockets of candy goodness throughout.

• Ingredients:

  1. 1 box brownie mix (or your favorite homemade recipe)

  2. Assorted chocolate bars and candies (like Rolos, Reese’s, Snickers)

• Instructions:

  1. Prepare the brownie batter as directed.

  2. Pour half of the batter into a pan, layer in your candy pieces, then cover with the remaining batter.

  3. Bake as directed on the package or recipe. Allow brownies to cool before cutting.

5. Candy Trail Mix Cookies: A Sweet-and-Salty Snack

Turn your candy into a fun snack by adding it to trail mix, perfect for an afternoon pick-me-up or packing in lunches. Or take it up a notch by turning the mix into cookies.

• Ingredients:

  1. 1 cup butter

  2. 1 cup sugar

  3. 2 eggs

  4. 2 cups flour

  5. ½ tsp baking soda

  6. 1 cup mixed candies (M&Ms, chocolate chips, peanut butter cups)

• Instructions:

  1. Cream butter and sugar, add eggs, then mix in flour and baking soda.

  2. Stir in candies and bake spoonfuls at 350°F for 10-12 minutes.

6. Candy Popcorn Balls: A Fun Party Snack

These popcorn balls make a perfect movie night treat and allow you to use up any chewy or crunchy candies.

• Ingredients:

  1. 8 cups popped popcorn

  2. 3 cups mini marshmallows

  3. ¼ cup butter

  4. 1 cup chopped candy (like Skittles or Reese’s)

• Instructions:

  1. Melt marshmallows and butter, pour over popcorn, and mix in candy.

  2. Form into balls and let set on parchment.

Got a mountain of Halloween candy that's taller than your laundry pile? Don't just scarf it down from the bag! With a sprinkle of imagination, you can whip up some wickedly good treats that'll make your taste buds do a happy dance. Bake it, blend it, or mix it into popcorn - it's like a delicious magic trick! Your candy stash is about to become the star of the show. So, ready to make some tasty magic happen?