Halloween Cockroach Treats

By Ilean Almaguer

Give your guests a creepy-crawly surprise with these Halloween Cockroach Treats — made with dates, nature’s candy that’s naturally sweet and packed with nutrients! These fun, healthy bites look spooky but taste delicious, making them a perfect Halloween party treat.

YIELDS: 12 mini creepy critters

COOK TIME: 15 min

PREP TIME: 10 min

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INGREDIENTS

  • 6 Medjool dates (pitted)
  • Peanut butter (your favorite kind)
  • Melted chocolate (dark or milk)

OPTIONAL INGREDIENTS
Candy eyes for extra spookiness

RECIPE

  1. Slice each date in half lengthwise to make 12 “cockroach bodies.” Remove the pit if still inside.
  2. Fill each date half with a small spoonful of peanut butter.
  3. Use melted chocolate to seal the open side of each date.
  4. Use a piping bag or a small zip-top bag with the tip cut off to pipe chocolate legs (2-3 on each side) and two antennas.
  5. Add candy eyes before the chocolate hardens (optional).
  6. Chill them in the fridge for 10 to 15 minutes until the chocolate sets.