All Treats, No Tricks: Healthier Halloween Trick-or-Treat Options

We’re not going to tell you to give out pennies and peppermints — that would be more terrifying than a haunted house! We’re sharing healthier treats to pass out than the usual Halloween fare. This year, try these healthy Halloween treats for trick-or-treaters. Stay tooth-friendly while still making kids smile! You might even be the most popular stop in the neighborhood!

Healthier Halloween Treats for Trick-or-Treaters

Milk or Dark Chocolate: Chocolate is one of the best options to give to trick-or-treaters. Chocolate melts quickly after a bite. That means is washes off teeth easily, making it harder for bacteria to cling to enamel.

Sugar Straws: We know powdery candy is mostly made of pure sugar, hence the name. But, like chocolate, powdery candy dissolves quickly and doesn’t stick to teeth.

Sugar-Free Gum: Kids love long-lasting, bubble-making candy. We encourage sugar-free gum because it generates saliva that removes food particles from the mouth. Look for a sugar-free gum that contains xylitol, a sweetener that reduces mouth bacteria.

Treasure Treats for Trick-or-Treaters

Temporary Tattoos & Stickers: Stickers are inexpensive and universally loved. Feel free to add temporary tattoos to the mix — they’re like stickers that last longer! Bonus: You get to see little ones delight as they choose their favorite spooky sticker or temporary tattoo.

Glowsticks: These unique treasures will bring bright lights to the Halloween night. Just make sure your trick-or-treater isn’t too young for one.

Dress-Up Accessories: Help inspire a kiddo’s costume for next year! Small items like vampire teeth, an eye patch, costume jewelry or sunglasses make fun additions to your October 31^st offerings.

In preparation for Halloween, we suggest buying one to two items from each category. When your trick-or-treaters arrive, let them pick one treat and one treasure.

Once the night ends, you deserve a pat on the back for providing healthy Halloween treats for trick-or-treaters.

Happy Halloween!