Halloween is the season of indulgence, but before you stock up on those bright orange, green, and purple candies, it’s worth taking a look at the ingredient labels. The truly spooky stuff isn't the haunted house on the block—it's the synthetic dyes like Red 40, Yellow 5, and Blue 1 hiding in your treats.
These artificial colors, often derived from petroleum, have been linked to health concerns and are often the reason many parents feel their kids bounce off the walls post-trick-or-treating. At Nature Restore, we believe the best colors come straight from the earth, which is why we're showing you how easy it is to ditch the dyes and still achieve stunning, vibrant Halloween treats.
Frighteningly Good: Naturally Green Monster Cookies
We are thrilled to feature a brilliant creator in our community, Sara from @goodfor.thesole, who is leading the charge in clean-label Halloween baking. Sara understands that neon green is a must for monster cookies and ghoulish glazes, but she refuses to use synthetic dyes to get it!
Instead, Sara uses our American Grown Greens Powder to achieve a gorgeous, earthy green hue. You get the perfect monster-mash color plus a boost of hidden nutrition. Say goodbye to scary additives and hello to real superfood color! Watch her full recipe video here.
Dive Into the World of Superfood Coloring
Ditching synthetic dyes doesn't mean your holiday treats have to be boring. Nature provides a vibrant and versatile palette through nutrient-dense superfood powders. By simply swapping out artificial drops for a teaspoon of a colorful superfood, you can achieve beautiful, rich hues while adding antioxidants, vitamins, and fiber to your baked goods, frosting, and raw treats.
Here are the superfood powders ready to transform your Halloween baking:
American Grown Greens Powder (Vibrant Green)
As seen in Sara’s cookies, our American Grown Greens Powder is the ultimate swap for artificial green dye. It contains a triple blend of organic wheatgrass, kale, and barley grass, all grown in the United States. Our suppliers' farms are located throughout Kansas and each batch is independently tested for heavy metals to ensure purity. Use it for slime-green puddings, haunted forest cakes, or monster-themed treats.
Organic Raspberry Powder (Classic Sweet Red)
For a blood-red drizzle or a beautiful pink frosting, look no further than our Organic Raspberry Powder. Our certified USDA organic Raspberry Juice Powder is made from real, sweet and organic berries, so it tastes just like its fresh companion! A little tart, a little sweet and perfect for your next Halloween treat!
Dragon Fruit Powder (Electric Pink)
For vibrant, electric pinks and magentas, our Dragon Fruit Powder is unmatched. Pitaya, also known as dragonfruit, is a delicious, fiber and antioxidant-rich fruit generally found in certain tropical regions. Don't let the spiky exterior scare you away; the flesh of the fruit is soft with a delicious flavor, likened to a cross between kiwi and pear. Our red dragon fruit powder has no added sugar, retaining its mildly sweet flavor and all its nutritional benefits. Our convenient dragon fruit powder blends well into anything you can imagine. Get ready to celebrate Halloween in style with Dragon Fruit Powder!
Acai Berry Powder (Mysterious Purple)
For a truly mysterious shade perfect for midnight-themed treats or witch's brews, reach for our Acai Berry Powder. You'll enjoy a deep rich berry flavor wild harvested in Brazil, better than organic in our opinion. Acai is one of the best sources of the antioxidant polyphenol, meaning you're adding powerful nutritional benefits along with that rich, dark hue.
Ready to give your Halloween treats a natural glow? Explore our superfood powders and be sure to tag us in your next creation! Wishing you a happy and healthy Halloween!
