Halloween offers a great opportunity for bakeries and cafés to showcase their creativity, attract new customers and boost seasonal sales.
With the proper presentation and professional preparation, spooky-themed treats can quickly become bestsellers throughout October.
We’ve selected five Halloween recipes that combine visual appeal with delicious flavour, ideal for showcasing in bakery displays or serving at themed events.
Each recipe can be prepared quickly and easily using Maxima’s durable, professional equipment, allowing you to deliver seasonal products that delight your customers and strengthen your brand’s creativity.
1. Mummy cupcakes
These playful mummy cupcakes are a guaranteed bestseller during Halloween week. Their striking appearance and rich chocolate flavour make them perfect for display counters or takeaway boxes.
Decorate with white icing “bandages” and colourful eyes for a fun, festive finish.
Ingredients:
- Cupcakes: 125g butter, 125g caster sugar, 2 eggs, 100g self-raising flour, 25g cocoa powder, 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Frosting: 150g unsalted butter, 300g icing sugar, 1 tbsp milk, white food colouring (optional)
- Decoration: Candy eyes or chocolate drops
Maxima tip: Bake your cupcakes evenly in a to ensure a uniform rise and perfect moisture retention. We also recommend preparing the frosting in our bestselling for a silky-smooth texture.
2. Filled monster cookies
Fun and full of personality, filled monster cookies are great for cafés or bakery counters that want to add a touch of humour to their Halloween menu. Their eye-catching design makes them a perfect impulse buy for both children and adults.
Ingredients:
- Cookies: 225g butter, 200g brown sugar, 2 eggs, 300g plain flour, 1 tsp baking powder, 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Filling: Chocolate spread, peanut butter or hazelnut cream
- Decoration: Mini marshmallows, chocolate chips, coloured icing
Maxima tip: Achieve a perfectly even cookie dough texture using Maxima's , which handles larger batches with ease.
3. Mini Halloween pizzas
These mini Halloween pizzas are ideal for cafés, delis and catering businesses offering seasonal lunch or snack menus. Simple to prepare and easy to serve, they add a savoury option to your Halloween selection while keeping preparation quick and manageable.
Ingredients:
- Pizza dough: 250g strong white flour, 1 tsp yeast, 1 tsp salt, 150ml warm water, 1 tbsp olive oil
- Toppings: Tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, black olives, pepperoni or vegetables for decoration
Maxima tip: For perfect pizza dough every time, we recommend using a . Afterward, you can bake them in a , which delivers fast, uniform results.
4. Pear skull tarts
Elegant yet striking, pear skull tarts make a great addition to pastry counters. The contrast of sliced pears over a glossy jam filling creates a high-end Halloween dessert that fits perfectly in display cabinets.
Ingredients:
- Tart shells: 250g plain flour, 125g butter, 50g icing sugar, 1 egg yolk, 1 tbsp water
- Filling: 2 ripe pears, 2 tbsp apricot jam, 1 tbsp shredded coconut
- Optional: Melted dark chocolate for drizzling
Maxima tip: Did you know Maxima sells ? With various molds and shapes available, these machines are ideal for creating a golden-brown tart crust.
5. Jam-filled jack-o'-lantern cookies
Jam-filled cookies are a seasonal staple that can easily be adapted for Halloween with pumpkin or ghost-shaped cut-outs. Their bright jam filling adds a touch of colour to bakery shelves and pairs perfectly with tea or coffee service.
Ingredients:
- Cookie dough: 250g plain flour, 125g butter, 100g caster sugar, 1 egg yolk, 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Filling: Raspberry or strawberry jam
- Decoration: Icing sugar for dusting
Make Halloween your most creative season
Halloween is the perfect time for professional kitchens to stand out. With themed bakes, creative toppings and eye-catching decorations, you can turn simple recipes into profitable seasonal specials that attract attention and drive sales.
helps your business achieve high productivity without compromising on quality. Designed for reliability and efficiency, our ovens, mixers and kneaders allow you to deliver consistent results, even during peak production periods.
This Halloween, let your creativity lead the way. Whether you’re preparing themed pastries, cupcakes or savoury snacks, trust Maxima to help you deliver professional results every time.
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