Trick or Treat! We’ve compiled a list of 9 homemade alternatives to the sacks full of sugar we all find around the house this time of year. Full disclaimer though, we are in no way going to try to pretend these are healthy. Just a fun way to spend an afternoon and a sure-fire way to impress your friends and family (that is, if you share).
America’s number 1 selling candy bar...but homemade! Layers of chocolate, peanuts, and fudgey nougat. How can you go wrong?
https://butterwithasideofbread.com/homemade-snickers-bars/
Coat a cookie base with caramel and chocolate and call it a day. This homemade Twix bar makes for the perfect simple and fun treat to bring to your Halloween pot-luck or work party!
https://tastesbetterfromscratch.com/homemade-twix-bars/
Perfectly shaped for these bars, this cake pan is non-stick and dishwasher safe so you never have to worry about clean-up!
https://www.iqliving.com/products/trudeau-metal-oblong-cake-pan?_pos=26&_sid=6dc155631&_ss=r
Everyone’s Halloween night favourite, only homemade and vegan? Give these a shot and keep them in the fridge for those late night cravings...or mid-afternoon cravings...or late morning cravings...you know what, these ones seem like an all-round winner.
https://itdoesnttastelikechicken.com/vegan-peanut-butter-cups/
Melted chocolate and peanut butter might seem like a mess just waiting to happen, but these silicone baking cups make for the perfectly shaped treats and simple clean up.
https://www.iqliving.com/products/oxo-silicone-baking-cups?_pos=11&_sid=146d0b313&_ss=r
Hosting something a little more upscale but still want the junk food? How about getting fancy with these adult-only gummies? How fun and pretty are they!
https://thesuburbansoapbox.com/pink-champagne-gummy-bears/
Or for those looking for something a little more kid-friendly try these
https://kirbiecravings.com/vegan-gummy-fruit-snacks/
Regardless of which gummy you make, be prepared with these easy-release silicone candy moulds. They can be thrown in the dishwasher so there’s no need to stress about clean up!
https://www.iqliving.com/products/trudeau-silicone-candy-mould-set-2?_pos=8&_sid=f2a763d8d&_ss=r
These classic caramels are the perfect addition to fall.
“As long as you have an accurate thermometer, these are a breeze to make.”
https://www.browneyedbaker.com/apple-cider-caramels/
See above quote for details.
This is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser and easier than you might imagine.
https://www.twosisterscrafting.com/easy-homemade-caramel-corn/
Caramel corn calls for 10-cups of popped popcorn. Use this electric popper to make quick work of this recipe!
Does your sweet tooth need a break from all this sugar? Give these soft pretzels a shot today! They’re surprisingly easy and still feel like a decadent treat. Perfect for bringing to your next work pot-luck or friendly get-together. Or keeping at home all for yourself. That’s your call.
https://sallysbakingaddiction.com/easy-homemade-soft-pretzels/
Ensure easy clean up with these reusable non-stick France-made silicone mats!
https://www.iqliving.com/products/silpat-non-stick-silicone-baking-mat?_pos=30&_sid=a6579df83&_ss=r
Last but not least, these healthy Fruit Roll Ups are perfect for giving to kids of any age as an alternative to the commercially available sugar laden variety. Pop into lunch boxes as a fruit portion for a nice surprise!
https://www.liveeatlearn.com/3-ingredient-fruit-roll-ups/
This high-quality parchment paper will make these roll ups easy to store stick free!
https://www.iqliving.com/products/paperchef-multipurpose-parchment-paper?_pos=4&_sid=6f51b7f2f&_ss=r
