In short, while 2020 is one big trick, we still have treats.
South Florida's dessert shops have been toiling away, devising over-the-top confections just in time for Halloween. From zombie-inspired sundaes to build-your-own graveyard cakes, spooky season is alive and well with these ghoulish delights.
DB Bakers
3501 NE Second Ave., Miami786-310-8763
dbakers.us
DB Bakers has Halloween covered, with its spooky cupcake assortments. Cupcake options include the "Skull Cupcake" (a chocolate cupcake filled with raspberry jam topped with raspberry buttercream and a tiny chocolate skull) and the "Candy Corn Madness" (carrot cake with cream cheese frosting festooned with a layer of candy corn and sprinkles). A box of six costs $19. Orders may be placed online.
Dasher & Crank
2211 NW Second Ave., Miami305-640-8579
Dashercrank.com
If you crave the macabre, head to Dasher & Crank this weekend for spine-chilling concoctions. Flavors include the Zombie Apocalypse ($5), a pistachio ice cream base with a cherry swirl and a black cookie crumble; and the Black Mint ($5), made with chocolate mint ice cream, activated charcoal, and dark chocolate chunks. Pair it with a black waffle for the perfect spooky treat.

Build your own graveyard cake for a fun Halloween at home.
Photo courtesy of Garcia Nevett Choclatier de Miami
Garcia Nevett Chocolatier de Miami
7312 Red Rd., Miami305-749-0506
garcianevett.com
Scrap the drugstore candy and opt for a box of bone-chilling truffles at Garcia Nevett. The gothic-inspired Halloween menu includes anatomic hearts made of solid chocolate ($4), truffle skulls brimming with creamy Nutella and chocolate ganache (a box of eight for $18), and a graveyard chocolate cake kit ready to assemble and decorate at home ($30). Orders can be placed online or over the phone.
Honeybee Doughnuts
7388 Red Rd., Miami786-773-2770
Honeybeedoughnuts.com
If you plan on staying in this weekend, Honeybee’s spooktacular do-it-yourself doughnut kit is the perfect activity for the kiddies and grown-ups alike. Each kit includes an assortment of churro-flavored and glazed mini doughnuts; three vanilla bean pastry glazes in Halloween colors; plus a hodgepodge of toppings like crushed cookies, gummy bears, and candy corn to personalize your doughnut creations. Pre-order for pick up from October 28-31 for $25.

Monster inspired doughnuts are available at the Salty all weekend.
Photo courtesy of Danielle Margherite
The Salty
50 NW 23rd St., Miami6022 S. Dixie Hwy., South Miami
305-639-8501
saltydonut.com
The Salty is baking up an assortment of holiday treats this Halloween weekend. Choose from a Frankenstein-inspired donut made from a 24-hour proofed brioche dough stuffed with whipped mint chocolate cream, a fresh mint glaze, and crushed cookie; the Boo Berry Cheesecake, a paranormal confection bursting with fresh blueberry cheesecake and a white chocolate glaze; or the White Chocolate skull, a cranium shaped treat blanketed with white chocolate. The limited-edition sweets are available on October 30-31. Insider tip: Order a four-pack ($14) through Uber Eats and your second four-pack is free.