Day 14: Bonus Recipe – Puking Pumpkin Guacamole

Halloween isn’t just about spine-tingling scares — it’s about laughs, too. Nothing gets your guests giggling (and maybe groaning) faster than the puking pumpkin guacamole. Equal parts gross and hilarious, this fun Halloween party food idea will have people snapping pictures before they dig in.

As part of Night of Mystery’s 31 Days of the Ultimate Halloween Mystery, today we’re adding a bonus recipe to your menu — a snack centerpiece that doubles as a conversation starter. If you’re looking for funny Halloween snacks that keep the spooky spirit alive, you’ve just found it.

Ingredients

To create your “pumpkin patient” and his unfortunate mess, you’ll need:

• 1 small to medium pumpkin (round works best)
• 2 cups guacamole (store-bought or homemade)
• Tortilla chips, pita chips, or veggie dippers
• Optional: Salsa, queso, or sour cream for extra “ick” factor

Instructions

1. Carve the pumpkin: Cut off the top and scoop out the insides. Then carve a simple jack-o’-lantern face with a big, open mouth (triangle eyes and a round “O” mouth work perfectly).
2. Set the scene: Place the pumpkin on a serving platter. Angle it slightly forward so the mouth points down.
3. Add the “puke”: Spoon guacamole out of the pumpkin’s mouth so it looks like it’s spilling out. Let it flow onto the platter in a messy pile.
4. Style with sides: Arrange tortilla chips or dippers around the guacamole puddle. Add salsa, queso, or sour cream for a truly grotesque effect.

Serving Tips

• Double the dip: Hollow out the top of the pumpkin just enough to fit a small bowl inside, then fill it with queso or salsa. Guests can grab chips and choose between the pumpkin’s “puke” guac or its “brains” of melted cheese/tomato dip. It’s creepy, funny, and practical all in one!
• Lighting effect: Place a battery-operated tealight inside the pumpkin for a glowing “haunted stomach ache” vibe.
• Keep it fresh: If you’re hosting a long party, add a spritz of lime juice to the guac to keep it from browning.
• Pair it up: Set alongside other Halloween party dips (like spiderweb taco dip or bloody beet hummus) for a full spooky snack table.

Mystery Party Twist

This snack works like a built-in prop for your murder mystery party. Use it as:

• A clue table centerpiece — hide a message card under the chips so players “discover” it while snacking.
• The victim’s last meal — maybe the storyline involves poisoned guacamole, and this is the visual clue!
• Photo booth humor — encourage guests to pose with the pumpkin for added laughs and social media gold.

Wrap-Up

Nothing says “Halloween party legends” like guests laughing and pointing at your puking pumpkin before diving into the chips. It’s gross, it’s funny, and it’s completely delicious — the ultimate Halloween guacamole moment.

Day 14 of our countdown proves you don’t need complicated recipes to steal the show; sometimes, a little creativity and a lot of guac is all it takes. Tomorrow, we’re heading back into spooky style with décor that turns your home into a haunted hideaway. Don’t miss it!

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