This Vivacious Life

Halloween Mocktails

You’re going to love these spooky fun Halloween mocktails. They are so yummy and will take your party to the next level without the alcohol! Each of these Halloween mocktails are sure to be a hit at your next Halloween party. They are fun, a little spooky and a lot delicious! The key with Halloween mocktails is to make sure the flavor is as close to the real thing as possible. I think we have definitely achieved this with each of these recipes. For this witches night out Halloween party I made these for, I really wanted the mocktails to be the… Read More

Instant Pot Chicken Wings with Sticky Cola Sauce

Instant pot chicken wings! They are super sticky thanks to the delicious cola sauce. I love making these instant pot chicken wings! They are a crowd pleasing appetizer that takes very little time to make. Honestly you guys, these Instant Pot chicken wings were some of the best I have ever eaten! These are an easy appetizer that everyone will love. The sticky cola sauce using the NEW Dry Zero Soda really makes these wings the best! It has much less sugar than traditional cola sticky sauce. I’ve always been a chicken wings fan. They are messy and saucy which… Read More

Spider Chocolate Chip Cookies (Gluten-Free)

These spider chocolate chip cookies are gluten-free and perfect for Halloween! I love making these spider chocolate chip cookies. They are such an easy and spooky dessert perfect for anytime in October! After seeing these cute spider chocolate chip cookies on Pinterest, I vowed to make them gluten-free. I am pleased to announce that they turned out rich, buttery and oh-so-delicious! Back when I first made them in 2014, I was so pleasantly surprised when I got the most recent issue of Living Without’s Gluten Free and More magazine the same month and the awesome Jules Shepard had the same… Read More

Spooky Ghost Shepherd’s Pie

Spooky ghost shepherd’s pie for the win! This easy dinner is the perfect way to kick off October or enjoy on a busy Halloween. I think this spooky ghost shepherd’s pie is my new favorite meal to make in October. The kids will DIE with laughter when they see it served up on the table! Whether you are going to make this spooky ghost shepherd’s pie for your family to kick off October or for a Halloween party, it is sure to be a hit! It might even make our list for BEST gluten-free Halloween recipes. I personally love making… Read More