Halloween on the Patio? You Bet Your Bones.
Who says Halloween belongs only to candy and costumes?
This year, give your party (or trick-or-treat night) a smoky twist. Picture it: a crisp fall evening, the firepit glowing, your grill sizzling away while the neighborhood ghosts and goblins make their rounds. You’ve got a cold drink in hand, a plate of ghoulish grub nearby, and that irresistible wood-fired aroma floating through the air.
Whether you’re throwing a full-on costume bash or just setting out snacks for the candy crowd, these grill-friendly Halloween recipes will make your place the spooky-snack HQ of the block.
Recipe #1: Mummy Dogs with a Smoky Twist
A Halloween classic gets a pitmaster upgrade.
Ingredients:
- 1 package of all-beef hot dogs or bratwurst
- 1 can crescent roll dough (or pizza dough strips)
- 1 egg (for wash)
- Mustard, ketchup or candy eyes for “eyes”
- Grillers Gold Competition Blend pellets
Directions:
- Preheat your grill to about 375°F using Competition Blend — the perfect mix for balanced heat and mild smoke.
- Wrap the dogs: Cut the dough into thin strips and wind them around each hot dog, leaving space for “faces.”
- Brush with egg wash for a golden finish.
- Grill indirect for 15–20 minutes, turning halfway until the dough is puffed and golden.
- Add eyes with tiny dots of mustard or ketchup.
Serve with: A smoky BBQ mustard dip (mix Dijon + BBQ sauce + a dash of liquid smoke).
🎃 Bonus Tip: Use mini dogs for bite-size “party mummies” — perfect for snacking while handing out candy.
Recipe #2: Monster Smash Burgers
Because every monster deserves a meaty masterpiece.
Ingredients:
- 1½ lb ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cheddar or pepper jack cheese
- Pretzel buns (for extra chewiness)
- Pickles, onions, lettuce, tomato (optional but encouraged)
- Grillers Gold Hickory pellets
Directions:
- Preheat grill or griddle to high heat using Hickory pellets for that classic burger smoke.
- Form loose balls of meat — don’t over-pack them.
- Smash them onto the hot surface for crispy edges.
- Flip once, top with cheese, and melt until gooey.
- Assemble your monsters: add dripping sauces like “bloody” ketchup, “oozy” cheese, and maybe an olive on a toothpick “eye” for effect.
💀 Monster Hack: Dye your burger buns black with activated charcoal or squid ink for a full “Frankenburger” effect!
Recipe #3: Fiery Pumpkin Poppers
A sweet-spicy mashup that’s devilishly addictive.
Ingredients:
- 12 jalapeños, halved and seeded
- 1 block cream cheese
- ½ cup canned pumpkin puree
- ½ tsp pumpkin pie spice
- ½ cup shredded sharp cheddar
- 6 slices bacon, halved
- Grillers Gold Fruitwood Blend pellets
Directions:
- Preheat your grill to 350°F with Fruitwood Blend — it adds a touch of sweetness to balance the heat.
- Mix the filling: cream cheese, pumpkin puree, spices, and cheddar.
- Fill each jalapeño half, then wrap with bacon.
- Grill indirect for 25–30 minutes, until bacon is crisp and filling is bubbly.
🔥 Optional Scare: Drizzle with hot honey or “spicy blood” (Sriracha + honey) before serving.
Recipe #4: “Bat Wings” (aka Smoked Sweet-Heat Chicken Wings)
A grill-oween party isn’t complete without wings that bite back.
Ingredients:
- 2 lb chicken wings
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp garlic salt
- Optional: Black food coloring (for a spooky char)
- Grillers Gold Smokeshack Blend pellets
Directions:
- Toss wings in oil and seasoning mix.
- Add a few drops of black food coloring for eerie “bat wings.”
- Grill indirect at 400°F for 35–40 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Finish over direct heat to crisp them up.
- Brush with a sweet-heat glaze (BBQ sauce + honey + hot sauce).
🦇 Pro Tip: Serve with a “Witch’s Brew” dipping sauce — ranch mixed with green food coloring and a pinch of wasabi powder.
Recipe #5: Grilled Candy Corn Quesadillas
They look like candy corn — but taste way better.
Ingredients:
- Flour tortillas
- Shredded cheddar, mozzarella, and Colby Jack
- Cooking spray or butter
- Grillers Gold Pitmaster Blend pellets
Directions:
- Cut tortillas into triangles.
- Sprinkle cheese in layers — white (mozzarella), orange (Colby), and yellow (cheddar) to mimic candy corn.
- Top with another tortilla, butter the outside, and grill for 3–4 minutes per side until melted and golden.
Cut into wedges, serve warm, and watch your guests do a double-take!
Bonus Treat: S’mores on the Grill — with a Dark Side
Don’t let the kids have all the sugar.
Upgrade your s’mores by swapping plain chocolate for:
- Dark chocolate + sea salt
- Peanut butter cups
- Caramel squares
- Or — for grown-ups — drizzle with bourbon caramel sauce.
Wrap in foil, toss on the grill for 3–5 minutes, and serve with a witchy cocktail (or a cold craft beer).
Pair It with a Potion
Here are a few drink ideas to keep your Halloween cookout hauntingly happy:
- Witch’s Brew Punch: Orange soda + pineapple juice + vodka + dry ice for the fog effect.
- Black Lager or Porter: The darker the beer, the better for the spooky vibe.
- Apple Cider Sangria: Hard cider + white wine + orange slices + cinnamon sticks.
Pellet Pairing Cheat Sheet
| Flavor | Pellet | Best For | Vibe |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mild & Sweet | Fruitwood Blend | Pumpkin Poppers, Mummy Dogs | Cozy & kid-friendly |
| Bold & Smoky | Smokeshack Blend | Bat Wings, Monster Burgers | Deep, intense, full of fall flavor |
| Classic BBQ | Competition Blend | Almost anything! | Balanced & crowd-pleasing |
| Subtle Sweet | Competition Blend | Candy Corn Quesadillas, S’mores | Dessert-ready sweetness |
Wrap-Up: The Trick to a Great Grilloween
Keep it casual. Keep it smoky. And keep those tongs handy.
With the right mix of fun, food, and fire, your Halloween hangout will be the one people talk about until Thanksgiving.
So grab your Grillers Gold pellets, crack open a drink, and let’s make some memories — one mummy dog at a time.