How to Make Halloween Bark
Looking for a fun and festive Halloween bark recipe that’s easy to make, no baking required, and absolutely spook-tacular? This colorful Halloween candy bark is the perfect treat for kids’ parties, trick-or-treat handouts, or just a fun afternoon in the kitchen.
You all know I love easy, frugal, fun holiday inspired recipes. Holiday bark is SO easy! You can’t mess it up! Here we go!
👻 Why You’ll Love This Halloween Bark Recipe
- No oven needed – it’s a quick and easy Halloween treat!
- Perfect for making with kids
- Fully customizable with your favorite spooky toppings
- Bright, festive, and Instagram-worthy!
🧙♀️ Ingredients You’ll Need
To make this colorful Halloween bark, grab the following ingredients:
- 12 oz white candy melts
- 1/4 cup orange candy melts
- 1/4 cup purple candy melts
- 1/4 cup green candy melts
- 1/4 cup black candy melts
- 1/2 cup candy corns
- 1/2 cup mini pretzels, broken into pieces
- Halloween-themed sprinkles (ghosts, bats, eyeballs—anything fun!)
💡 Tip: You can find colored candy melts at most craft or baking stores, especially around Halloween.
🧁 How to Make Halloween Candy Bark
Follow these simple steps to create your homemade Halloween bark in under 30 minutes (plus cooling time):
1. Prepare the Baking Sheet
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Set aside.
2. Melt the White Candy Melts
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white candy melts in 30-second intervals, stirring between each until completely smooth.
3. Spread the White Candy
Pour the melted white candy onto your prepared baking sheet and use a spatula to spread it into an even layer, about 1/4 inch thick.
4. Melt the Colored Candy Melts
In separate bowls, melt the orange, purple, green, and black candy melts just like the white—30 seconds at a time, stirring until smooth.
5. Create the Swirls
Drop spoonfuls of the colored candy melts randomly over the white layer. Then, use a toothpick or skewer to swirl the colors gently, creating a marbled effect that looks spooky and fun!
6. Add the Toppings
While the candy is still melted, sprinkle on:
- Candy corn
- Broken mini pretzels
- Halloween sprinkles
Gently press them into the surface so they stick as the bark cools.
7. Let It Set
Allow the bark to set:
- At room temperature for 1–2 hours, or
- In the refrigerator for about 30 minutes for a quicker set.
8. Break and Serve
Once hardened, break the bark into fun, jagged pieces using your hands or a knife. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.
🎉 Halloween Bark Variations
Want to change things up? Try these fun ideas:
- Add googly candy eyes for a monster theme
- Mix in crushed Oreos for extra crunch
- Use dark chocolate instead of white for a spooky base
🕸️ Make It a Halloween Tradition
Whether you’re hosting a Halloween party, making goodie bags, or just enjoying a cozy fall afternoon, this easy Halloween bark recipe is a must-try. Kids will love the colors and textures, and adults will love how quick and stress-free it is to make.
📌 Pin & Share This Halloween Bark Recipe!
If you loved this recipe, don’t forget to pin it for later and share with your fellow Halloween-loving friends. Happy haunting—and even happier snacking! 🧛♂️🧁
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How to Make Halloween Bark
Ingredients
Method
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Set aside.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white candy melts in 30-second intervals, stirring between each until completely smooth.
- Pour the melted white candy onto your prepared baking sheet and use a spatula to spread it into an even layer, about 1/4 inch thick.
- In separate bowls, melt the orange, purple, green, and black candy melts just like the white—30 seconds at a time, stirring until smooth.
- Drop spoonfuls of the colored candy melts randomly over the white layer. Then, use a toothpick or skewer to swirl the colors gently, creating a marbled effect that looks spooky and fun!
- While the candy is still melted, sprinkle on:
- Candy corn
- Broken mini pretzels
- Halloween sprinkles
- Gently press them into the surface so they stick as the bark cools.
- Allow the bark to set:
- At room temperature for 1–2 hours, or
- In the refrigerator for about 30 minutes for a quicker set.
- Once hardened, break the bark into fun, jagged pieces us
