The Halloween season is filled with sugar-rich treats — which, many times, can be hard to resist. It is possible to indulge a little without guilt, so long as you balance your choices with healthy ones, such as a good workout, or even opting for better-for-you versions of those treats.
That’s why I wanted to share my go-to Halloween recipes. They’re great for kids and adults, are easy to make, and are both super tasty and healthy. For a bonus, I’ve also included a Halloween-inspired, fat-burning workout that’ll put your pumpkins to good use.
Halloween Recipes
Candy Corn Chia Pudding
Makes four servings
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 2 to 3 hours refrigeration time[/vc_column_text]
Ingredients
White layer:
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- 1 scoop Life Time vanilla Vegan Protein Plus All in One
Orange layer:
- 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1 scoop Life Time vanilla Vegan Protein Plus All in One
Yellow layer:
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- 1 tsp. turmeric
- 1 scoop Life Time vanilla Vegan Protein Plus All in One
Directions
- Mix the ingredients for each color in separate bowls.
- Cover the bowls with plastic wrap (or if using jars, with lids) and place in the refrigerator for two to three hours.
- When ready to serve, place the white, then orange, then yellow chia pudding in three layers in four bowls or Ball jars.
Nutritional Info: Calories 332 | Fat 13g | Sugar 4g | Carbs 26g | Fiber 19g | Protein 26g
Mini Mummy Cauliflower Crust Pizza
Makes six servings
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 55 minutes
Ingredients
Crust:
- 1 head of cauliflower (2 ½ cups shredded cauliflower)
- 1 egg or flax egg
- 1/3 cup goat cheese
- 2 tsp. Italian seasoning
Toppings
- 6 slices organic or non-dairy cheese (slices work best for the mummy look)
- 12 black and/or green olives
- 6 oz. low-sugar pizza sauce
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
- Add the head of cauliflower to a food processor until it amounts to a well-packed 2 ½ cups.
- Lay the cauliflower on a towel and use the towel (or two) to soak up excess water from cauliflower. Place the cauliflower in a bowl.
- Add the remaining crust ingredients to the bowl and mix well with a spoon or spatula.
- Line a large pan (or two medium-sized pans) with parchment paper.
- Divide the cauliflower mixture into six equal-sized balls, place on the parchment, and roll out to your desired thickness. (You can do this with your hands, or by placing the mixture between two pieces of parchment.)
- Place the mini crusts in the oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until crisp but not brown.
- While the crusts are baking, slice the cheese into strips and slice olives (to use for eyes).
- Add toppings to the crust (see picture for placement) and cook in the oven for another five to 10 minutes.
Nutritional Info: Calories 141 | Fat 9g | Sugar 2g | Carbs 10g | Fiber 2g | Protein 6g
Pumpkin Hummus
Makes nine servings
Prep time: 10 minutes
Ingredients
- 15 oz. can garbanzo beans
- 3/4 cup canned pumpkin
- 2 tbs. tahini or cashew butter
- 2 tsp. cumin
Directions
- Add all ingredients to a food processor and blend until it reaches desired consistency.
Nutritional Info: Calories 75 | Fat 3g | Sugar 1g | Carbs 10g | Fiber 3g | Protein 3g
Almond Joy-ous
Makes 12 servings
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 40 minutes freezer time
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups shredded unsweetened coconut
- 6 dates
- 2 tbs. coconut oil
- 1 tbs. pure vanilla extract
- 12 almonds (optional)
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
Directions
- Line a small cutting board with wax or parchment paper.
- Combine the coconut, dates, and coconut oil in a food processor and blend until slightly sticky, about three minutes.
- Using a tablespoon, press the mixture into the spoon to shape mixture into 12 equal-sized bites. Gently slide out of the spoon and place on parchment paper.
- If desired, press one almond in the center of each coconut mound for a taste similar to an Almond Joy.
- Freeze for 20 minutes.
- While freezing, melt the chocolate chips in the microwave (use 20 seconds intervals to prevent burning).
- Dip the coconut bites into the chocolate to top them. Freeze for another 20 minutes until firm.
Nutritional Info: Calories 167 | Fat 13g | Sugar 8g | Carbs 13g | Fiber 5g | Protein 1g
Apple-Ginger Kombucha Mocktail
Makes one serving
Prep time: 5 minutes
Ingredients
- 6 oz. ginger-flavored kombucha
- 2 oz. apple cider
- 3–4 ice cubes
- Dash of cinnamon
Directions
- Mix all ingredients and enjoy!
Nutritional Info: Calories 71 | Fat 0g | Sugar 18g | Carbs 18g | Fiber 0g | Protein 0g
Halloween Workout
To add some challenge — and a little more fun — incorporate a big pumpkin (holding with two hands) or two small pumpkins (holding one in each hand).
