Nutty Ghosts

Oh my gosh, you’ve gotta try these Nutty Ghosts! They’re the easiest, most adorable Halloween treats I’ve ever made – and trust me, I’ve made plenty. Last year, my niece and I whipped up a batch in under 15 minutes when we realized (oops!) we forgot to bake something for her school party.

The best part? No oven required! Just Nutter Butter cookies dipped in white candy coating with simple chocolate chip faces – instant spooky perfection. These little ghosts always disappear faster than, well… ghosts at a Halloween party! Kids go nuts for them (pun totally intended), and adults secretly sneak seconds too.

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Why You’ll Love These Nutty Ghosts

Seriously, what’s not to love about these adorable little treats? Here’s why they’ve become my go-to Halloween recipe:

• Super quick – From start to spooky finish in under 15 minutes!
• No-bake magic – Perfect when you’re short on time or oven space
• Kid-approved – Simple enough for little helpers to decorate
• Party perfect – Always the first treat to disappear at gatherings
• No fancy skills needed – If you can dip and stick, you can make these

Trust me, these ghosts will haunt your recipe box forever – in the best way possible!

Ingredients for Nutty Ghosts

Here’s all you need for a spooky-sweet batch of these adorable treats – and I promise, you might already have most of this in your pantry!

• 15 Nutter Butter cookies – Whole cookies work best (no broken ghosts allowed!)
• 1 package white candy melts – The 12 oz size is perfect for coating all your cookies
• 15 regular chocolate chips – For those perfectly spooky little ghost mouths
• 30 mini chocolate chips – Because every ghost needs two creepy-cute eyes!

That’s seriously it! Four simple ingredients standing between you and the easiest Halloween treat ever. Now let’s make some magic!

Equipment You’ll Need

Don’t worry – you won’t need any fancy gadgets for these Nutty Ghosts! Just grab:

• Baking sheet lined with parchment paper (trust me, this makes cleanup a breeze)
• Microwave-safe bowl for melting those candy melts
• Fork or dipping tool – I like using a fork for easy coating

See? Told ya it was simple! Now let’s get those ghosts ready to haunt your tastebuds.

How to Make Nutty Ghosts

Okay, let’s make some adorable little ghosts together! I promise this is easier than trying to keep your Halloween candy stash hidden from the kids. Just follow these simple steps and you’ll have a whole ghost army in no time!

Step 1: Prepare Your Workspace

First, grab that baking sheet and line it with parchment paper – this is crucial unless you want sticky ghosts permanently haunting your pan! I like to lay all my ingredients out assembly-line style: cookies on one side, chocolate chips sorted for eyes and mouths. Makes decorating way faster when everything’s ready to go.

Step 2: Melt the Candy Coating

Here’s where patience is key! Dump those white candy melts into your microwave-safe bowl and heat them in 30-second bursts. After each zap, give it a good stir – I can’t tell you how many times I’ve ruined candy coating by getting impatient. Usually takes about 1 1/2 minutes total. You want it smooth like a ghost’s… well, you know!

Step 3: Dip and Decorate the Cookies

Now the fun part! Grab a Nutter Butter with your fingers or fork and dunk it completely in the melted candy. Flip it around to coat evenly, then let excess drip off before placing it on your prepared sheet. Work quickly here – while the coating’s still soft, press in two mini chips for eyes and one regular chip for a cute little “o” mouth. I like to give mine slightly tilted eyes for extra personality!

Step 4: Let the Nutty Ghosts Set

Resist the urge to poke them! Just walk away for about 10 minutes while your spooky little friends harden up at room temperature. No refrigeration needed – that can cause the coating to sweat and your ghosts to lose their haunting good looks. Once they’re firm, they’re ready to party!

Tips for Perfect Nutty Ghosts

Want ghost-worthy results every time? Here are my best tricks after making way too many batches (okay, there’s no such thing as too many!):

• Use a fork for dipping – lets excess coating drip off cleanly so your ghosts aren’t puddles
• Work fast with decorations – candy coating sets quickly once it starts cooling
• Microwave at 50% power if your candy melts keep seizing – gentler heat prevents burning
• Store layered with parchment – prevents ghostly faces from smearing in the container

Bonus tip: Chocolate chips stick better if you press them in while the coating’s still glossy-wet!

Nutty Ghosts Variations

Want to get even more creative with your ghostly crew? Try these fun twists:

• Spooky colors – Add a drop of food coloring to white candy melts for pastel ghosts
• Glow-in-the-dark – Use edible glitter dust for an eerie shimmer
• Mini marshmallow arms – Stick tiny pieces on while coating’s still wet
• Halloween sprinkles – Scatter some around the base for extra festive flair

The best part? These variations are just as easy as the original – ghost’s honor!

Serving and Storing Nutty Ghosts

These little ghosts are happiest at room temperature – just pop them in an airtight container (I use my trusty Tupperware) with parchment between layers if stacking. They’ll stay perfectly spooky for up to 3 days, though in my house they never last that long! Whatever you do, don’t refrigerate them – the coating gets all weepy and sad. Display them on a cute Halloween platter at parties and watch them vanish… almost like real ghosts!

Nutty Ghosts Nutritional Information

Now, I’m no nutritionist (obviously – we’re making cookie ghosts here!), but if you’re curious, each little Nutty Ghost clocks in at about 180 calories. They’ve got 12g of sugar – but hey, it’s Halloween! You’ll also find 9g of fat (4g saturated), 22g carbs, and a tiny 2g of protein from the peanut butter. Just remember these numbers are estimates – your exact count might vary slightly depending on brands used. Everything in moderation, right? Even adorable ghost cookies!

FAQs About Nutty Ghosts

I’d love to see your spooky creations! Share photos of your Nutty Ghosts with me – bonus points for creative variations! and Tag me on Instagram, and if you looking for more recipes follow me on Pinterest.

More Spooky Treats to Try

• Peanut Butter Spider Cookies
• Halloween Monster Chicken Sliders
• Spiderweb Chocolate Tart
• Skeleton Cookies

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