White Chocolate Ghost Suckers: An Easy Halloween Tradition

As a kid and a teen, my family did not over-do traditions. We had a few we really liked — like these white chocolate ghost suckers — but overall we kept traditions fun and simple so we all looked forward to them. I have adopted that same philosophy with my own family. I do not want to be so burned out trying to create fun memories that nothing actually feels fun.

These Halloween ghost suckers were some of my favorite things to make growing up. Now, as a parent, it is so fun to share the tradition with my own kids all these years later.

What You Need for White Chocolate Ghost Suckers

White chocolate candy melts
Mini chocolate chips
Sucker sticks
Wax paper and a plain white sheet of paper
Cellophane, if you want to wrap them individually

How to Make White Chocolate Ghost Suckers

Gather your white chocolate candy melts, mini chocolate chips, and sucker sticks.
Draw some simple, spooky ghost patterns on a white sheet of paper, or use a printable ghost template.
Lay a piece of wax paper over the white paper.
Melt the white chocolate in the microwave in a glass dish for 30 seconds, stir, and repeat until it is completely melted.
Use a spoon to fill in the ghost shapes. Make sure the chocolate is thick enough that the ghosts do not crumble.
Stick a sucker stick into the bottom of each ghost (do not press down) and cover the stick with more white chocolate.
Add mini chocolate chip eyes.
Wait for the ghosts to dry, then peel them off the wax paper.
Enjoy — these guys are tasty! If you are not eating them right away, wrap them individually in cellophane to save for later.

Tips for the Best White Chocolate Ghost Suckers

Go thick with the chocolate. Thin ghosts crack when you peel them off the wax paper.
Do not press the stick down into the ghost — lay it on and cover it with extra chocolate so it anchors as it sets.
Microwave in 30-second bursts and stir every time. White chocolate seizes fast if it gets too hot.
Let them set completely before peeling. Rushing this is the main reason a ghost breaks.
Simple ghost shapes work best for little hands — this is a tradition kids can actually do themselves.

Frequently Asked Questions: White Chocolate Ghost Suckers

What kind of white chocolate works best for ghost suckers?

White chocolate candy melts are the easiest option because they are made to melt smoothly and set firm at room temperature. Regular white chocolate chips can work, but they are more likely to seize and they stay softer once set. Melt in a glass dish in 30-second bursts, stirring each time.

How do I keep the ghosts from breaking?

Two things cause them to break: chocolate spread too thin, and peeling them off the wax paper before they are fully set. Spoon the chocolate on thick enough that the shape feels solid, cover the sucker stick generously so it anchors, and let the ghosts dry completely before you lift them.

Can young kids help make these?

Yes — this is one of the reasons this tradition has lasted in my family. An adult should handle the melting, but kids can trace the ghost shapes, spoon the chocolate, place the sticks, and add the chocolate chip eyes. The shapes do not need to be perfect, which makes it a low-pressure project for little hands.

How far in advance can I make them?

They keep well for several days. Once they are fully set, wrap each one individually in cellophane and store them at cool room temperature away from direct sunlight. Avoid the refrigerator, which can make white chocolate sweat and lose its finish.