Halloween Baking Mixes: DIY Jar Recipes for Parties, Gifts & Trick-or-Treat

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9/16/20255 min read

farmhouse table with various baking mixes in mason jars.
farmhouse table with various baking mixes in mason jars.

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Homemade Halloween Baking Mixes: Spooky & Cozy Treats in a Jar

Halloween is one of my favorite times to bake. Between class parties, spooky movie nights, and pumpkin patch weekends, I love having quick mixes ready to go. Homemade baking mixes save time, money, and make holiday baking extra fun — plus, they double as the cutest Halloween gifts in jars!

Today, I’m sharing my favorite Halloween baking mixes in mason jars. They’re simple, budget-friendly, and oh-so festive.

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Why Make Your Own Halloween Baking Mixes?

  • Fast & Easy: Just add wet ingredients when you’re ready to bake.

  • Festive & Fun: Layers of orange sprinkles, dark cocoa, and candy eyeballs add instant Halloween magic.

  • Budget-Friendly: Great for bulk prep for parties or class treats.

  • Customizable: Make them gluten-free, vegan, or add your favorite spooky mix-ins.

Pantry Essentials for Halloween Mixes

  • Flours: All-purpose, gluten-free blends, or almond flour.

  • Sweeteners: Brown sugar, white sugar, maple sugar.

  • Flavor Boosters: Pumpkin spice, black cocoa, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla powder.

  • Mix-ins: Chocolate chips, candy eyeballs, orange sprinkles, mini marshmallows.

Hands pouring flour into a mason jar labeled “Homemade Halloween Baking Mix” with pumpkins, eggs
Hands pouring flour into a mason jar labeled “Homemade Halloween Baking Mix” with pumpkins, eggs

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Halloween Baking Mix Recipes

Pumpkin Patch Cookie Mix

Ingredients for the Dry Mix:

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 cup brown sugar

  • 1 tsp baking soda

  • ½ tsp salt

  • 2 tsp pumpkin spice

  • ½ cup white chocolate chips

  • ½ cup dark chocolate chips

  • 2 tbsp orange sprinkles or spooky sprinkles

To Make Cookies:
Wet Ingredients: ½ cup softened butter, 1 egg, 1 tsp vanilla extract
Combine dry mix with wet ingredients, form dough balls, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 8–10 minutes.

Tip: Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking for thicker cookies.

Pumpkin cookie mix jar with flour, sugar, chocolate chips, and orange sprinkles.
Pumpkin cookie mix jar with flour, sugar, chocolate chips, and orange sprinkles.

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Black Cocoa “Midnight” Brownie Mix

Ingredients for the Dry Mix:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

  • 2 cups granulated sugar

  • ½ cup black cocoa powder

  • ½ cup regular cocoa powder

  • 1 tsp baking powder

  • ½ tsp salt

  • 1 cup chocolate chunks

To Make Brownies:
Wet Ingredients: ½ cup melted butter or oil, 2 eggs, 1 tsp vanilla extract
Mix dry and wet ingredients, pour into a greased 8x8 pan, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25–30 minutes.

Tip: Swirl in cream cheese for a “ghostly” marbled effect.

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Mason jar of Midnight Brownie Mix with black cocoa and sugar layers, decorated with bat ribbon
Mason jar of Midnight Brownie Mix with black cocoa and sugar layers, decorated with bat ribbon

Ghost Pancake Mix

Ingredients for the Dry Mix:

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour

  • 3 tbsp sugar

  • 2 tbsp baking powder

  • 1 tbsp baking soda

  • 1 tsp salt

  • 1 tsp vanilla powder (optional)

To Make Pancakes:
Wet Ingredients: 1 cup milk, 1 egg, 2 tbsp melted butter
Combine 1 cup of dry mix with wet ingredients, cook pancakes on a hot griddle until golden.

Tip: Top with mini marshmallow “ghosts” for spooky fun and use a Halloween pancake mold.

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Ghost Pancake Mix Jar with Orange-Black Ribbon
Ghost Pancake Mix Jar with Orange-Black Ribbon

Monster Mash Muffin Mix

Ingredients for the Dry Mix:

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 cup sugar

  • 1 tbsp baking powder

  • 1 tsp salt

  • 1 tsp cinnamon

  • ½ cup chocolate chips or dried fruit

To Make Muffins:
Wet Ingredients: 1 cup milk, 2 eggs, ½ cup oil
Stir dry mix with wet ingredients, fill muffin tins ¾ full, and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes.

Tip: Press candy eyeballs into muffins after baking for a monster look.

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Monster Mash Muffin Mix Jar with Muffins & Eyeballs
Monster Mash Muffin Mix Jar with Muffins & Eyeballs

Cinnamon-Maple Quick Bread Mix

Ingredients for the Dry Mix:

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 ½ cups sugar

  • 1 tbsp baking powder

  • 1 tsp salt

  • 2 tsp cinnamon

To Make Bread:
Wet Ingredients: 1 cup warm milk, ½ cup melted butter
Combine dry and wet ingredients, pour into Halloween loaf pan, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30–35 minutes.

Tip: Drizzle with maple glaze and sprinkle crushed pecans on top.

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Monster Mash Muffin Mix Jar with Muffins & Eyeballs
Monster Mash Muffin Mix Jar with Muffins & Eyeballs

Gifting & Storage Tips

  • Storage: Airtight mason jars, cool dry pantry, up to 3 months.

  • Gift Decor: Orange-and-black ribbon, spooky tags, kraft paper labels.

  • Halloween Party Favors: Perfect for teacher gifts, neighbors, and bake sales.

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FAQ

How long do baking mixes last?
About 3 months in an airtight jar; refrigerate for longer shelf life.

Can I make them gluten-free?
Yes! Swap in a gluten-free flour blend and adjust baking times slightly.

What’s the best way to label jars?
Include dry ingredients, “add-ins,” bake temp, and allergen notes.

Do these make good gifts?
Absolutely — decorate with ribbons, tags, or stickers for instant spooky-cute presents.

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Final Spooky Thoughts

Halloween baking mixes are such a fun way to get into the season — whether you’re baking with kids, prepping for a party, or gifting spooky jars to friends. I personally love the Ghost Pancake Mix because it makes breakfast feel like a treat!

✨ If you try one of these, tag me @thesoulblogger — I’d love to see your creations. And check out my favorite Halloween baking supplies below to start building your own mixes.

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