While candy is always a go-to option, why not get creative and hand out some delicious dairy-themed goodies instead? Not sure what to go with? Don’t worry, we’ve compiled a list!
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String cheese – Arguably the perfect snack for kids (and adults,) string cheese is low in calories and high in protein. Plus, it’s just dang fun to eat!
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Chocolate milk – Want to be the cool house on the block? Hand out individual cartons of chocolate milk!It’s a chocolaty treat that is sure to win kids over. Not sure how to keep it cool? Consider this shelf-stable option.
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Yogurt tubes – Yogurt is a staple food in most young children’s diets. Why not include it during Halloween? To keep tubes nice and cold, pop them in the freezer for a few hours before handing them out.
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Microwavable macaroni – If you really want to win over the kids, consider handing out the individual microwavable cups of macaroni that every child drools over. Imagine their cheesy smiles when you drop one of those into their Halloween baskets!
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Mini cheese wheels – Similar to string cheese, mini cheese wheels are a fun treat to be enjoyed by all. Everyone loves mozzarella, but why not mix up the variety? Cheddar, swiss and parmesan are all great options!
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Milk straws – We’ve all seen the milk straws that “magically” turn a child’s glass of white milk into chocolate or strawberry milk. They may not taste the best, but they are fun nevertheless. Plus, it gets kids to drink milk!
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Cereal cups – After a long night of trick-or-treating, the kids will have worked up an appetite come breakfast time. That’s where you step in! Consider passing out individual cups of pre-packaged cerealfor kids to enjoy with milk the next morning.
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Cheese crackers – Not a sweet treat kind of person? Give this savory option a try. Individual packages of cheese crackers are a fun way to add a little variety to Halloween baskets. Want to be mean? Sneak in a few pepper jack flavors!
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Cow-themed candy – While real dairy options are the preferred treat for dairy farmers to hand out, we won’t bash these cow-themed candies. Give these options a try:
