Keto-ween: Tricks, Treats, and Spooky Eats!

Halloween is a magical time for kids—costumes, pumpkins, and, of course, candy everywhere. But when your child is on a medical ketogenic diet for seizure control, Halloween can feel like navigating a haunted maze of sugar-laden temptations. Don’t worry; with a little creativity, your child can still enjoy the spooky fun without risking their health.

First, plan ahead. Talk to your child about why they can't have regular candy, and involve them in making keto-friendly treats. Whether it's homemade chocolates shaped like ghosts or keto gummies, having fun, festive alternatives will keep the Halloween spirit alive without the sugar.

During trick-or-treating, let your child participate by collecting candy, but make it clear that they’ll exchange their haul for a special treat later—maybe a toy, an experience, or a batch of their favorite keto snack. You can also focus on the other joys of Halloween, like decorating the house, carving pumpkins, and playing games that don’t revolve around food.

Finally, remember that Halloween is more than just candy. It’s a time for imagination and adventure, and your child can still enjoy it while sticking to their diet. With some planning, they can have a Keto-ween full of tricks, treats, and magical memories!

Here are some new (and past) recipes to try this Halloween:

Rice Krispies Treat
Peanut Coconut Clusters
Keto Candy Duo
KetoCal 3:1 Chocolate Almond Bark (see bottom of post for Halloween inspiration)
Peppermint Patties
Candy Corn Sugar Cookies
Edible Cookie Dough
Pumpkin Pie

Also check out my post Let's Get Spooky for more inspiration!

Happy Halloween!

-Laura
Raising Keto LLC