Halloween is a time for fun, costumes, and, of course, delicious treats. For those with celiac disease or gluten sensitivities, it can be challenging to find gluten-free options that are both safe and scrumptious. But fear not! In this blog post, we've gathered five gluten-free, celiac-friendly Halloween recipes that will delight your taste buds and keep your tummy happy during this spooky season.

Pumpkin Spice Rice Krispie Treats

Ingredients:

• 6 cups gluten-free Rice Krispies cereal

• 1/4 cup butter (or dairy-free alternative)

• 1 package (10 oz) gluten-free marshmallows

• 1/4 cup pumpkin puree

• 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice

• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

• Orange food coloring (optional)

• Gluten-free candy eyes

Instructions:

1. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.

2. Stir in the marshmallows until fully melted.

3. Add the pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla extract. If desired, add a few drops of orange food coloring for a vibrant hue.

4. Remove from heat and stir in the Rice Krispies cereal until well combined.

5. Press the mixture into a greased 9x13-inch pan and let it cool.

6. Once set, use a Halloween-themed cookie cutter to shape your treats and add candy eyes for a spooky touch.
   

   Monster Apple Bites

Ingredients:

• Apples

• Sunflower seed or almond butter (or nut-free alternative)

• Gluten-free pretzel sticks

• Mini chocolate chips (ensure they're gluten-free)

• Strawberries

Instructions:

1. Cut apples into wedges, removing any seeds or the core.

2. Spread sunflower seed or almond butter on one side of each apple wedge.

3. Insert gluten-free pretzel sticks into the apple slices for "monster teeth."

4. Attach mini chocolate chips as eyes, using sunflower seed or almond butter as "glue."

5. Add a small wedge of strawberry on top of the apple slice for the "tongue."
   

   Witch's Brew Green Smoothie

Ingredients:

• 1 cup spinach leaves

• 1 banana

• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (ensure it's gluten-free)

• 1/2 cup coconut milk (or any dairy-free milk)

• 1 tbsp honey (or a sweetener of your choice)

• A few drops of green food coloring (optional)

• Ice cubes

Instructions:

1. Blend all the ingredients together until smooth.

2. If desired, add a few drops of green food coloring for a spookier look.

3. Serve your Witch's Brew Green Smoothie in fun Halloween-themed glasses.
   

   Mummy Hot Dogs

Ingredients:

• Gluten-free hot dogs (make sure to check labels)

• Gluten-free biscuit dough

• Mustard (for eyes)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven according to the biscuit dough instructions.

2. Wrap each gluten-free hot dog with strips of biscuit dough to create the mummy effect. Leave a small gap for the eyes.

3. Bake according to the biscuit dough instructions or until golden brown.

4. Add mustard dots as "mummy eyes."
   

   Spiderweb Cupcakes

Ingredients:

• Gluten-free chocolate cupcakes (homemade or store-bought)

• Gluten-free chocolate frosting

• White icing (ensure it's gluten-free)

• Candy spiders (gluten-free)

Instructions:

1. Frost your gluten-free chocolate cupcakes with chocolate frosting.

2. Use white icing to draw a spiral spiderweb pattern on top of each cupcake.

3. Place a candy spider in the center of each web.

With these gluten-free, celiac-friendly Halloween recipes, you can enjoy the festivities without worrying about dietary restrictions. Whether you're hosting a spooky soiree or just making treats for yourself and your family, these delightful recipes will add a ghoulishly good touch to your Halloween celebration. Happy gluten-free haunting!