28 Creative Black Friday Treat Recipes You Need to Try

Thanksgiving has come and gone, and now it's time to gear up for the craziest shopping day of the year—Black Friday! After braving those early morning sales and hauling bags of holiday goodies, what better way to unwind than by indulging in some delicious treats?

Whether you're hosting friends for a post-shopping get-together or just craving something tasty to munch on while you online shop from your couch, I've got you covered. Here are 28 Creative Black Friday Treat Recipes You Need to Try. Trust me, these recipes are sure to elevate your snack game this holiday season.

1. Candy Cane Brownies

Nothing screams holidays more than candy canes. Why not pair them with rich brownies?

Ingredients:

• 1 box of brownie mix
• 1/3 cup vegetable oil
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup crushed candy canes

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
2. Prepare brownie mix according to package instructions.
3. Fold in half of the crushed candy canes.
4. Pour batter into the prepared pan and sprinkle remaining candy canes on top.
5. Bake for 25-30 minutes. Allow to cool before cutting.

2. Pumpkin Spice Latte Cookies

Turn your favorite fall beverage into a cookie!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
• 1 tsp instant coffee granules

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cream the butter and sugar until fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla.
3. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, pumpkin pie spice, and coffee granules.
4. Gradually blend dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
5. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes.

3. Salted Caramel Popcorn

The perfect blend of sweet and salty.

Ingredients:

• 10 cups popped popcorn
• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 2 cups light brown sugar, packed
• 1/2 cup light corn syrup
• 1 tsp sea salt
• 1/2 tsp baking soda

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C). Spread popcorn in a large roasting pan.
2. In a saucepan, melt butter and stir in brown sugar, corn syrup, and salt. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
3. Remove from heat; stir in baking soda.
4. Pour caramel over popcorn and mix well.
5. Bake for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. Cool completely before breaking into pieces.

4. Cranberry Almond Bark

An easy-to-make treat that's perfect for gifting.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups white chocolate chips
• 1 cup dried cranberries
• 1/2 cup sliced almonds

Instructions:

1. Melt white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring every 30 seconds.
2. Mix in cranberries and almonds.
3. Spread mixture evenly on a wax paper-lined baking sheet.
4. Allow to set in the fridge until firm. Break into pieces.

5. Maple Pecan Fudge

Decadent and rich, this fudge will melt in your mouth.

Ingredients:

• 3 cups white chocolate chips
• 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1 cup chopped pecans

Instructions:

1. Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
2. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt white chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk, stirring every 30 seconds.
3. Stir in maple syrup and pecans.
4. Pour into prepared pan and refrigerate until firm. Cut into squares.

6. Stuffed Oreo Truffles

These are as addictive as they sound!

Ingredients:

• 1 package Oreos, crushed
• 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
• 16 oz chocolate chips, melted

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, mix crushed Oreos with cream cheese until fully combined.
2. Roll mixture into small balls.
3. Dip each ball into melted chocolate.
4. Place on a wax paper-lined baking sheet and refrigerate until set.

Note: Make sure to consume them all before the kids find them!

7. Peppermint Bark Pretzels

A Christmas classic with a twist.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups mini pretzels
• 1 cup white chocolate chips
• 1 cup dark chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candy

Instructions:

1. Melt white and dark chocolate chips separately.
2. Dip pretzels halfway into either melted chocolate.
3. Sprinkle with crushed peppermint candy.
4. Place on wax paper and allow to set.

8. Pumpkin Pie Bites

All the flavor of pumpkin pie in a mini form.

Ingredients:

• 1 refrigerated pie crust, rolled out
• 1 cup canned pumpkin
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cut out pie crust using a round cookie cutter. Press into a mini muffin tin.
3. In a bowl, mix pumpkin, egg, sugar, and pumpkin pie spice.
4. Fill each crust with the pumpkin mixture.
5. Bake for 10-12 minutes. Cool before serving.

9. Spiced Apple Cider Doughnuts

Perfect for a cozy holiday morning.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups flour
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup apple cider
• 1/4 cup buttermilk
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 2 large eggs

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease doughnut pan.
2. In a large bowl, mix dry ingredients.
3. In another bowl, combine wet ingredients.
4. Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry until just combined.
5. Fill doughnut cavities 2/3 full and bake for 12 minutes.

10. Cranberry Brie Bites

Elegant and tasty, these are perfect for holiday entertaining.

Ingredients:

• 1 package mini phyllo shells
• 1/2 cup cranberry sauce
• 1 small wheel of Brie, cut into small cubes
• Fresh rosemary for garnish

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Place a cube of Brie and a teaspoon of cranberry sauce in each phyllo shell.
3. Bake for 10-12 minutes until cheese is melted.
4. Garnish with a sprig of rosemary.

11. Chocolate-Dipped Peanut Butter Pies

Prepare yourself for an explosion of flavor.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 10 mini pie crusts
• 1 cup dark chocolate chips, melted

Instructions:

1. Mix peanut butter with powdered sugar until smooth.
2. Fill each mini pie crust with the peanut butter mixture.
3. Dip each pie into melted chocolate, covering the top completely.
4. Chill until set.

12. Cheesy Garlic Breadsticks

A savory treat to balance out all the sweets.

Ingredients:

• 1 tube refrigerated pizza dough
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp melted butter
• 2 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp dried oregano

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Roll out pizza dough onto a greased pan.
3. Brush melted butter on the dough, then sprinkle garlic powder, oregano, mozzarella, and Parmesan.
4. Bake for 12-15 minutes. Slice into breadsticks.

13. Caramel Apple Slices

Quick, easy, and oh-so-gooey.

Ingredients:

• 4 large apples, cored and sliced
• 1 package caramel candies
• 2 tbsp milk
• Toppings: chopped nuts, sprinkles

Instructions:

1. Arrange apple slices on a wax paper-lined tray.
2. Melt caramel candies with milk in a saucepan over low heat.
3. Drizzle melted caramel over apples.
4. Add toppings as desired. Let set.

14. Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies

A refreshing take on classic cookies.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp peppermint extract
• 2 cups flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup mini chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cream butter and sugar until fluffy, then add egg and peppermint extract.
3. Combine dry ingredients, then gradually mix into the wet mixture.
4. Fold in mini chocolate chips.
5. Drop spoonfuls onto a baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes.

15. Sweet Potato Casserole Bites

A mini version of a Thanksgiving classic.

Ingredients:

• 2 large sweet potatoes, cooked and mashed
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1 package mini phyllo shells
• Marshmallows

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Mix mashed sweet potatoes, brown sugar, butter, and cinnamon.
3. Spoon mixture into phyllo shells.
4. Top with marshmallows and bake for 10 minutes until marshmallows are golden.

16. Hot Chocolate Bombs

A fun and festive treat.

Ingredients:

• Chocolate silicone mold
• 1 cup dark chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup hot cocoa mix
• Mini marshmallows

Instructions:

1. Melt dark chocolate chips and coat silicone molds, freeze until set.
2. Fill each half sphere with hot cocoa mix and mini marshmallows.
3. Seal two halves together with a little melted chocolate.
4. Drop into hot milk to enjoy.

17. S'mores Dip

No campfire needed.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup chocolate chips
• 1 cup mini marshmallows
• Graham crackers for dipping

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Spread chocolate chips in an oven-safe dish.
3. Layer mini marshmallows on top.
4. Bake for 5-7 minutes until marshmallows are golden.
5. Serve warm with graham crackers.

18. Pecan Pie Bars

A handheld version of a holiday favorite.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups flour
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 3/4 cup butter, softened
• 3 large eggs
• 3/4 cup corn syrup
• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 cup chopped pecans

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Mix flour, powdered sugar, and butter to make the crust. Press into a baking dish.
3. Bake for 15 minutes.
4. Mix eggs, corn syrup, brown sugar, and pecans. Pour over baked crust.
5. Bake for another 20-25 minutes. Cool and cut into bars.

19. Peanut Butter Chocolate Chex Mix

This crunchy snack is dangerously addictive.

Ingredients:

• 9 cups Rice Chex cereal
• 1 cup chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup peanut butter
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, measure out the Rice Chex.
2. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter. Stir in vanilla.
3. Pour over cereal and mix until coated.
4. Add powdered sugar and toss to coat.

20. Cinnamon Sugar Donut Holes

Doughnut shop-quality right at home.

Ingredients:

• 1 tube refrigerated biscuit dough
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 tbsp cinnamon
• Oil for frying

Instructions:

1. Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cut biscuit dough into quarters and roll into balls.
3. Fry until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side.
4. Roll in a mixture of cinnamon and sugar while still warm.

21. Raspberry Cheesecake Bars

Creamy, sweet, and a little tart.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/2 cup melted butter
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup raspberry jam

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and press into pan.
3. Beat cream cheese with 1/2 cup sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time.
4. Pour over crust. Dollop raspberry jam on top and swirl with a knife.
5. Bake for 35-40 minutes. Cool and cut into bars.

22. Chocolate Truffle Mousse

Luxurious and simple to make.

Ingredients:

• 8 oz dark chocolate, chopped
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar

Instructions:

1. Melt dark chocolate and allow to cool slightly.
2. Beat heavy cream until soft peaks form. Add powdered sugar and beat until stiff peaks form.
3. Fold melted chocolate into whipped cream.
4. Spoon into serving dishes and refrigerate until set.

23. Sweet and Spicy Nuts

A little heat and a little sweet.

Ingredients:

• 3 cups mixed nuts
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1/2 tsp sea salt

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Mix all ingredients in a bowl until nuts are well-coated.
3. Spread onto a baking sheet and roast for 10-15 minutes, stirring halfway.
4. Allow to cool before serving.

24. Red Velvet Cake Pops

Perfectly portioned bites of cake bliss.

Ingredients:

• 1 box red velvet cake mix
• 1 (16 oz) container cream cheese frosting
• 2 cups white chocolate chips
• Lollipop sticks

Instructions:

1. Bake the red velvet cake as per box instructions. Let cool.
2. Crumble cake into a bowl and mix with cream cheese frosting.
3. Roll into balls and insert lollipop sticks.
4. Freeze for 30 minutes.
5. Dip in melted white chocolate and let set.

25. Buttery Sugar Cookies

Classic cookies that melt in your mouth.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• Pinch of salt

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Beat butter and sugar until fluffy. Add egg and vanilla.
3. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture.
5. Roll out dough and cut into shapes. Place on baking sheet.
6. Bake for 8-10 minutes.

26. Snickerdoodle Blondies

All the flavor of snickerdoodle cookies in a chewy blondie form.

Ingredients:

• 2 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 cups packed brown sugar
• 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tbsp vanilla extract
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 1 tbsp cinnamon

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 pan.
2. Mix flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In another bowl, mix brown sugar, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla.
4. Combine wet and dry ingredients.
5. Spread batter in the pan. Mix sugar and cinnamon and sprinkle on top.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes.

27. Hot Chocolate on a Stick

Warm and delightful.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup mini marshmallows
• Lollipop sticks

Instructions:

1. Melt chocolate chips.
2. Pour into a square mold and insert lollipop sticks.
3. Press mini marshmallows on top.
4. Once set, stir into warm milk to make hot chocolate.

28. Chocolate Peppermint Patties

Minty and utterly delectable.

Ingredients:

• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/3 cup sweetened condensed milk
• 1 tsp peppermint extract
• 2 cups dark chocolate, melted

Instructions:

1. Combine powdered sugar, butter, condensed milk, and peppermint extract.
2. Roll into small discs and place on a wax paper-lined tray.
3. Freeze discs for 30 minutes.
4. Dip each disc in melted dark chocolate and cool.

Conclusion

Whipping up these delightful treats will surely make your Black Friday even more special. Whether you’re sharing with friends, family, or indulging by yourself, these recipes are guaranteed to satisfy. Happy baking and enjoy the delicious rewards after a long day of shopping!