Save It A spooky, colorful platter featuring apple-flavored and poison-inspired candies, perfect for Halloween parties or themed gatherings.
This platter always brightens up our Halloween gatherings with fun visuals and sweet flavors.
Ingredients
- Apple Candies: 200 g sour apple gummies, 150 g green apple jelly beans, 150 g apple-flavored hard candies
- Poison Themed Candies: 120 g black licorice bites, 100 g purple grape gummies, 100 g blue raspberry candies
- Decorative Elements: 8–10 plastic or edible candy eyeballs, 50 g red candy shards or rock candy, Edible glitter (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Arrange the sour apple gummies, green apple jelly beans, and apple-flavored hard candies in separate sections of a large serving platter.
- Step 2:
- Add the black licorice bites, purple grape gummies, and blue raspberry candies in contrasting sections to evoke a poisonous look.
- Step 3:
- Place candy eyeballs strategically on top and around the candies for a spooky effect.
- Step 4:
- Sprinkle the red candy shards or rock candy over the platter to mimic broken glass or magical crystals.
- Step 5:
- Optional: Dust the entire platter lightly with edible glitter for a magical, enchanted finish.
- Step 6:
- Serve immediately, or cover and store in a cool, dry place until ready to serve.
Save It Our family loves gathering around this platter every Halloween as it brings both kids and adults together in playful delight.
Required Tools
Large serving platter, small bowls (optional for separating candy types), tongs or spoons for serving
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (licorice), gelatin, and possible traces of nuts, soy, or milk depending on candy brands. Always check ingredient labels for specific allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 190 per serving. Total Fat: 0 g. Carbohydrates: 47 g. Protein: 0 g.
Save It This Poison Apple Candy Platter is an easy, festive treat sure to impress your guests with minimal effort.
Recipe FAQs
- → What candies create the apple flavor in the platter?
Sour apple gummies, green apple jelly beans, and apple-flavored hard candies form the apple-flavored section of the platter.
- → How is the poisonous theme represented?
Black licorice bites, purple grape gummies, blue raspberry candies, and red candy shards mimic a sinister, poison-inspired appearance.
- → Can the decorative elements be eaten safely?
The candy eyeballs and red candy shards are edible, while plastic eyeballs should be removed before eating.
- → Is any cooking required to prepare this platter?
No cooking is needed; the platter is assembled by arranging candies on a serving tray.
- → How can I make the presentation more dramatic?
Using dry ice beneath the platter creates a misty, spooky effect, enhancing the visual theme safely.
- → Are there common allergens in this candy assortment?
Some candies may contain wheat, gelatin, nuts, soy, or milk traces; checking labels is recommended.