Zombie Popcorn

Zombie Popcorn transforms buttery marshmallow popcorn into creepy green zombie skulls decorated with gumball eyes, candy corn teeth and colorful candy hair.

This zombie popcorn recipe is a fun Halloween treat that lets kids shape and decorate their own spooky popcorn creations before enjoying them.

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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.

Why You’ll Love This Zombie Popcorn

Zombie popcorn brings spooky creativity and sweet, chewy fun to Halloween snack time.

• Fun zombie shapes: Shape the popcorn into creepy skulls for a festive Halloween treat.
• Kid-friendly decorating: Kids can add the eyes, teeth, hair and sprinkles.
• Bright green color: Lime gelatin gives these popcorn zombies their signature color.
• Easy to make: Simple ingredients and straightforward steps make this a fun Halloween project.

Zombie popcorn is a playful Halloween snack that combines hands-on decorating with sweet marshmallow popcorn.

What Goes With Zombie Popcorn

These spooky treats pair well with other Halloween snacks and drinks:

• Halloween cookies: Add more creepy-crawly sweets to your snack table.
• Fresh fruit: Offer fruit alongside the sweet popcorn.
• Pretzel snacks: Salty pretzels provide a nice contrast.
• Halloween punch: A festive drink completes the spooky spread.
• Candy treats: Add a small selection of favorite Halloween candies.

Zombie Popcorn

Zombie popcorn combines lime-flavored marshmallow popcorn with candy decorations to create seven spooky zombie skull treats.

Prep time: About 15 minutes
Cook time: About 10 minutes
Additional time: 20 minutes
Servings: 7

Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

To prepare zombie popcorn, you’ll need the following kitchen tools:

• Large Mixing Bowl: To combine the popcorn with the marshmallow mixture.
• Medium Saucepan: To melt the butter and marshmallows.
• Parchment Paper: To line the baking sheet.
• Baking Sheet: To hold the shaped popcorn zombies while they set.
• Scissors: To trim the green candy strips or fruit leather.

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.

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.

More Halloween Snacks and Recipes

• Halloween Monster Popcorn
• Monster Mouths
• Marshmallow Ghosts
• Halloween Puppy Chow
• Witches Broom Sticks

Be sure to check out our spooky collection of Halloween ideas, activities and recipes for the entire family.