Ghosts and mummies are the two easiest Halloween characters to turn into a treat, and these four recipes prove it - simple shapes, a few candy eyes, and suddenly dessert looks like it belongs on a Halloween table.
This roundup covers both the rice krispie treat and strawberry versions of each character, so there's a no-bake option and a fresh-fruit option depending on what the occasion calls for.
These were chosen because they're genuinely easy to make with kids, come together fast, and don't require any special equipment beyond what's already in most kitchens.
Ghost Rice Krispie Treats
Ghost Rice Krispie Treats shape the classic no-bake treat into a ghost, finished off with a simple face to bring the character to life. It's an easy way to dress up a familiar recipe for the season.
Why it's good: No-bake and kid-friendly, which makes it an easy one to hand off to little helpers.
Ghost Strawberries
Ghost Strawberries dip fresh strawberries in white chocolate and add a simple face to turn them into little ghosts. It's a fresher, fruit-based take on the ghost treat idea.
Why it's good: A lighter option next to all the rice krispie treats on the table, and it still looks just as festive.
Mummy Rice Krispie Treats
Mummy Rice Krispie Treats wrap the classic no-bake treat in white chocolate "bandages" and finish with candy eyes for the mummy look. It's a fun way to dress up the same base recipe as the ghost version.
Why it's good: Pairs naturally with the Ghost Rice Krispie Treats for a matching Halloween treat tray.
Mummy Strawberries
Mummy Strawberries drizzle white chocolate "bandages" over fresh strawberries and finish with candy eyes for a fruity mummy treat. It's the mummy counterpart to the ghost strawberries, ready to serve side by side.
Why it's good: A quick treat that comes together with minimal decorating skill required.
More Ghost and Mummy Treat Inspiration
Looking for a few more spooky options to round out the treat table? These ghost and mummy desserts from other food bloggers are worth a look: Ghosts in the Graveyard Dessert Shooters from Sugar Spun Run layers a no-bake chocolate cheesecake filling with cookie crumbs for a fun single-serving Halloween dessert. Mummy Brownies from Spice Cravings dress up store-bought brownie mix with a homemade cream cheese icing "bandage" wrap. Mummy Cookies from My Kids Lick the Bowl use vanilla wafer cookies and melted white chocolate for a genuinely no-bake option that's easy for kids to decorate themselves.
Tips for Serving
These all hold up well made a few hours ahead, but the strawberry versions are best assembled the same day so the chocolate stays glossy and the fruit stays fresh.
If serving both the rice krispie treats and the strawberries together, set them out on separate trays - the strawberries need to stay a bit cooler, while the rice krispie treats are fine at room temperature.
Leftover rice krispie treats keep well in an airtight container for a couple of days, though they're always best the day they're made.
