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18 Day of the Dead Party Food Ideas

18 Day of the Dead Party Food Ideas

August 22, 2023 Jessica Piatt
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Hosting a Day of the Dead party brings rich cultural traditions and vibrant energy to any gathering. When it comes to party food, there are plenty of ways to add some spice and color to the table.

From sweet and savory skull-shaped cookies and cakes to classic Mexican dishes like tamales and mole, the Day of the Dead party food possibilities are endless.

Try setting up a DIY taco bar with plenty of toppings, or serve up some fresh and flavorful guacamole and salsa with tortilla chips.

Don’t forget to add some spooky touches with food coloring or themed decorations to really bring the festive vibe to life.

Whether you’re celebrating with family or friends, these Day of the Dead-inspired food ideas are sure to impress!

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01 | CHARCUTERIE BOARD

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02 | COLORFUL COOKIES

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03 | MINI CAKES

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04 | SUGAR SUGAR NIBBLE BOARD

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05 | SUGAR SKULL SUGAR COOKIES

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06 | CANDY SKULL

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07 | DAY OF THE DEAD SKULL PIZZA

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08 | DAY OF THE DEAD COCKTAIL

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09 | SUGAR SKULL GINGERBREAD MEN

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10 | CHOCOLATE GLAZED SKULL CAKES

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11 | ENCHILADA SKULLS

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12 | DAY OF THE DEAD CUPCAKES

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13 | HUMMUS BOARD

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14 | PAN DE MEURTO BREAD

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15 | DAY OF THE DEAD CONCHAS

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16 | CHOCOLATE COVERED SYRAWBERRIES

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17 | FRUIT PIZZA SKULL

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18 | SUGAR SKULL CUPCAKE TOPPERS

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Whether you are looking for snacks for your Day of the Dead celebration or for a full dinner menu, these ideas are sure to get you inspired.

With dishes ranging from classic Mexican favorites to modern takes on traditional recipes, there is something to please everyone.

Don’t forget to incorporate colors that represent the holiday such as orange and purples into any food presentation too!

Happy Celebrating!


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