Zombie Popcorn
Prepare to take your popcorn game to a whole new level with our spine-chilling Zombie Popcorn! This fun and creative snack idea is perfect for Halloween gatherings, movie nights, or any time you want to add a playful and eerie twist to your popcorn.
Zombie Popcorn combines the classic buttery goodness of popcorn with a ghoulish green twist that will have your guests both intrigued and entertained.
With a drizzle of green candy coating, a sprinkle of eerie candy eyes and a dash of creativity, you’ll transform ordinary popcorn into a snack that’s both spooky and delicious.
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Zombie Popcorn treats adds in some spooky flare to your Halloween celebrations – from movie night at home to the neighborhood party.
So, grab your cauldron and join us in concocting this fun and festive treat that’s bound to be a hit at your next gathering.
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Or enjoy these Halloween Board Books with your toddler. It’s the perfect way to tie in the holiday to your Halloween activities!
Zombie Popcorn
This recipe makes about 7 zombies.
Ingredients:
- 2 1/2 quarts popped popcorn
- 6 tablespoons butter or margarine
- 3 cups mini marshmallows
- 4 tablespoons lime gelatin powder
- red gum balls
- candy corn
- flat green candy strips or fruit leather
- green sugar sprinkles
Directions for Zombie Popcorn:
Place popcorn in large bowl; set aside.
In medium saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Stir marshmallows into butter until melted. Stir in gelatin powder until evenly colored.
Pour melted mixture over popcorn and stir until evenly coated. With buttered hands, shape popcorn into seven ovals.
Flatten one oval slightly and squeeze one end to form “skull” shape. Place on parchment-lined baking sheet. Repeat with remaining ovals.
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To decorate: Press two gumballs into each skull to form “eyes.” Press candy corn into skull to form “teeth.” Use scissors to trim candy strips and press into top for “hair.” Sprinkle with sugar sprinkles.
Allow “zombies” to set about 20 minutes before wrapping individually in plastic wrap or serve immediately.
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Zombie Popcorn
Zombie Popcorn treats adds in some spooky flare to your Halloween celebrations - from movie night at home to the neighborhood party.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 quarts popped popcorn
- 6 tablespoons butter or margarine
- 3 cups mini marshmallows
- 4 tablespoons lime gelatin powder
- red gum balls
- candy corn
- flat green candy strips or fruit leather
- green sugar sprinkles
Instructions
- Place popcorn in large bowl; set aside.
- In medium saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Stir marshmallows into butter until melted. Stir in gelatin powder until evenly colored.
- Pour melted mixture over popcorn and stir until evenly coated. With buttered hands, shape popcorn into seven ovals.
- Flatten one oval slightly and squeeze one end to form "skull" shape. Place on parchment-lined baking sheet. Repeat with remaining ovals.
- To decorate: Press two gumballs into each skull to form "eyes." Press candy corn into skull to form "teeth." Use scissors to trim candy strips and press into top for "hair." Sprinkle with sugar sprinkles.
- Allow "zombies" to set about 20 minutes before wrapping individually in plastic wrap or serve immediately.
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