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Halloween desserts may consist of cookies and cakes which are either in the shapes or colors of Halloween and take the form of pumpkin and cats as decorations for the holiday. Halloween desserts, like the holiday itself, are all about appearance and getting kids involved and creative when making Halloween desserts. Caramel and candy apples are sticky, sweet treats consumed at Halloween which can be prepared ahead of time or as part of a Halloween party theme.http://www.homemade-dessert-recipes.com/halloween-recipes.html Pumpkin can be used in a variety of tempting Halloween desserts, including bread, pies and cheesecake.http://www.aliciasrecipes.com/pumpkin_recipes.htm Cupcakes that resemble brains, creepy eyeballs, or carrots in dip with almond sliver tips resembling dissevered fingers can be used for a gross out effect at a party, in the office or at school.http://cupcakestakethecake.blogspot.com/2008/10/buried-alive-and-brain-cupcakes-for.html Desserts can be served individually, shared as part of a dessert exchanged, or in preparation for a dessert buffet showcasing a range of sweet Halloween food.http://www.marthastewart.com/article/recipes-for-halloween-desserts