Allergy-Friendly Halloween: Safe and Delicious Treats with Gluten Free Cookies

Halloween is one of the most magical nights of the year — filled with glowing jack-o’-lanterns, creative costumes, and neighborhood fun. But for families managing food allergies or dietary restrictions, this beloved holiday can bring a mix of excitement and concern. Between the candy bowls, classroom parties, and trick-or-treating, finding safe, allergy-friendly Halloween treats isn’t always easy.

The good news? With a little planning, and a batch of organic, gluten-free cookies from Steve & Andy’s, Halloween can stay festive, inclusive, and completely spook-free.

Why Allergy-Friendly Halloween Treats Matter

Many traditional candies contain gluten, dairy, nuts, soy, or artificial additives that can be harmful to children with food allergies. Even when parents carefully read labels, cross-contamination risks can sneak in.

That’s why more households are turning to clean, allergy-friendly snacks like organic gluten-free cookies. Offering safe treats isn’t just about avoiding allergens — it’s about inclusion, care, and community.

When every child can enjoy a sweet treat without worry, Halloween becomes what it’s meant to be: a night of fun and connection. Choosing Steve & Andy’s organic, vegan, and gluten-free cookies ensures every little ghost and superhero can join in safely.

The Teal Pumpkin Project: A Simple Way to Include Everyone

The Teal Pumpkin Project, led by Food Allergy Research and Education (FARE), is a nationwide initiative promoting non-food and allergy-safe Halloween treats. Displaying a teal pumpkin outside your home tells families, “This house is safe for all.”

You can even download printable teal pumpkin signs or labels to make your setup extra festive.

Pro tip: Pair your teal pumpkin display with individually wrapped Steve & Andy’s cookies for trick-or-treaters. Their nut-free and gluten-free cookies make a thoughtful addition to any teal pumpkin basket, ensuring everyone feels welcome and included.

Creative Halloween Treats Without Candy

Halloween doesn’t have to be all about sugar. With a little creativity, you can make the night delicious, safe, and fun.

1. Mini Cookie Snack Packs

Fill small bags with gluten-free chocolate chip cookies or oatmeal raisin cookies , then wrap them in orange and black paper for a festive touch. These are perfect for trick-or-treaters or school events.

2. Monster S’mores

Use soft-baked gluten-free cookies as your base, add marshmallows and chocolate, and decorate with candy eyes. The result: spooky, gooey fun without allergens.

3. DIY Cookie Decorating Station

At your Halloween party, let kids decorate their own cookies using coconut oatmeal or ginger snap cookies with allergy-friendly icing and toppings. This doubles as an activity and a treat!

4. Cookie Pops

Insert lollipop sticks into cookies, dip them in allergy-safe chocolate, and cover with orange and purple sprinkles. Fun, portable, and perfect for little hands.

5. Mix-and-Match Treat Baskets

Create small baskets with glow sticks, stickers, and Steve & Andy’s organic cookies. Kids love variety, and parents appreciate the thoughtfulness of an allergy-safe selection.

Why Steve & Andy’s Organic Cookies Are the Best Gluten-Free Halloween Snacks

Finding treats that are both safe and genuinely tasty can be a challenge — but Steve & Andy’s Organic makes it easy. Founded by longtime friends Steve Marino and Arjan “Andy” Khiani, the brand was born from a Brooklyn bakery and built around one mission: t o create cookies that everyone can enjoy.

All Steve & Andy’s cookies are:

• Certified Organic
• Gluten-Free
• Nut-Free* (with coconut as the only exception)
• Vegan and Dairy-Free

*Note: Coconut appears in select flavors such as Coconut Oatmeal.

🍪 Flavor Favorites

• Banana Chocolate Chip  – soft, nostalgic, and family-approved
• Chocolate Chip (Soft-Baked) – the classic, reimagined
• Double Dark Chocolate Chip – rich and indulgent
• Oatmeal Raisin  – warm, chewy, and wholesome
• Coconut Oatmeal  – crispy and lightly sweet
• Ginger Snap  – bold, cozy spice in every bite

Available in 3-pack or 6-pack bundles, these cookies are ideal for classroom parties, trick-or-treating, or allergy-safe snack tables. They’re also available online, making them some of the best gluten-free cookies for Halloween and year-round snacking.

Making Halloween Healthier (Without Losing the Fun)

Halloween should be about laughter, creativity, and shared joy — not stress over ingredient lists. By choosing clean, organic, gluten-free cookies and participating in the Teal Pumpkin Project, families can make Halloween both safe and magical.

A teal pumpkin, a handful of Steve & Andy’s soft-baked cookies, or even a mix of toys and snacks can transform the night into an inclusive celebration.

Because Halloween is about more than candy — it’s about community, kindness, and cookies that everyone can enjoy.

🍪 Ready to Make Your Halloween Spook-Free?

Stock up on Steve & Andy’s Organic gluten-free cookies today and fill your treat bowls with something every family can trust.

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