20 Halloween Lunchbox Surprises That Are More Treat Than Trick

Trick-or-treating may be the main event on Halloween, but there's no rule stating the treats have to start after sunset. With the holiday falling on a weekday this year, you know all the kids will be talking about their costumes and candy during lunch that day. So why not pack them a healthy lunch that plays into the theme? From the intricate bento boxes to simple grilled cheese, we've got plenty of ways to send 'em off to school in the Halloween spirit.

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Jack-o'-Lantern Grilled Cheese
Diethood

Jack-o'-Lantern Grilled Cheese

As simple as it looks to make, this jack-o'-lantern grilled cheese sandwich is sure to be a hit!

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Witches and Mummies and Pumpkins, Oh My!
Instagram | emzkimo

Witches and Mummies and Pumpkins, Oh My!

This bento has it all — a rice witch, a hot-dog mummy, and some squash pumpkin.

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Witchy Bear
Instagram | mei_ling22

Witchy Bear

Steak and rice look adorably sweet when shaped as a witchy bear.

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Count Dracula
Instagram | mei_ling22

Count Dracula

Sesame Street's Count von Count isn't too scary when he's in rice form.

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A Bear Witch and Her Broomstick
Instagram | kitchen_papillon

A Bear Witch and Her Broomstick

This sweet bear sandwich witch Halloween girl is nothing to be scared of at lunchtime!

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Spooky Sandwich
Mmm Lunch Buddies

Spooky Sandwich

Just changing the way you cut your sandwich can easily convert it into a spooky meal.

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Witches' Fingers
Mmm Lunch Buddies

Witches' Fingers

Turn your tot's favorite hot dogs into a Halloween treat by renaming them witches' fingers.

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Graveyard Scene
Flickr user Bunches and Bits {Karina}

Graveyard Scene

Broccoli, rice, and nori make for a spooky snack.

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There's a Zombi in My Bento!
Flickr user Bunches and Bits {Karina}

There's a Zombi in My Bento!

Creating a zombie's face on a bed of rice just takes some colorful vegetables and imagination.

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A Spooky Ghost Sandwich
Flickr user Bunches and Bits {Karina}

A Spooky Ghost Sandwich

A ghost cookie cutter is an easy way to take part in the Halloween lunch.

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Boo Lunch
Flickr user megan

Boo Lunch

"Boo" eggs and a spooky cat help add to the Halloween spirit.

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A Ghoulish Plate of Food
Flickr user Mokiko

A Ghoulish Plate of Food

A rice ghost and carrot pumpkin help make this lunch a ghoulish delight.

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Ding-Dong the Witch Is Dead
Flickr user Mokiko

Ding-Dong the Witch Is Dead

The Wicked Witch landed in this tasty lunch thanks to some adorable Halloween-inspired nori accents.

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Spiderweb-tastic
Flickr user megan

Spiderweb-tastic

For a slightly fancier lunchbox, this "spiderweb rice" is a hoot and a half!

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Halloween Apple
Flickr user Bunches and Bits {Karina}

Halloween Apple

Turn a healthy apple and cheese snack into a seasonal treat by creating a monster out of their fruit.

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Skele-terrific!
Flickr user sheri chen

Skele-terrific!

Top their bowl of chili with a Halloween skeleton made from cheese for an unexpected surprise at lunch.

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Zombie Eye Pizza
Flickr user sheri chen

Zombie Eye Pizza

You won't scare kids away from eating their lunch with this cute mummy hot dog and pizza.

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Frankenstein Sandwich
Flickr user sheri chen

Frankenstein Sandwich

Olive accents create a friendly Frankenstein to enjoy during lunch.

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Mummified Hot Dogs
Flickr user Sarah Moore

Mummified Hot Dogs

How cute is this mummy-wrapped hot dog and pretzel bones?