Halloween is all about fun, frights, and festive treats, and what better way to celebrate than with a bowl of Blood Red Candy Popcorn? This vibrant, glossy popcorn is coated in a sweet, crimson candy shell that looks like it’s been dipped in witch’s brew, making it the perfect snack to add a creepy-cute vibe to your Halloween party or movie night.

Not only is it eye-catching, but it’s also deliciously sweet with a satisfying crunch that kids and adults alike will love. Plus, it’s easy to make at home with just a few ingredients and no complicated candy thermometer needed!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

Bold, festive red color perfect for Halloween
Sweet, crunchy candy coating
Easy to make with simple pantry ingredients
Great for parties, trick-or-treat bags, or movie nights

Helpful Tips

Work quickly when adding and mixing the candy syrup, as it hardens fast.
Using the microwave makes this recipe a breeze. No candy thermometer needed.
Store leftover candy popcorn in an airtight container to keep it fresh and crunchy.

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Blood Red Candy Popcorn

This vibrant, glossy popcorn is coated in a sweet, crimson candy shell that looks like it’s been dipped in witch’s brew.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Servings servings

Calories 1174 kcal

Ingredients

9 cups popped popcorn about 1/2 cup unpopped kernels
1/3 cup butter
1/4 cup Karo syrup
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 package strawberry Jello small box

Instructions

Pop your popcorn using your preferred method (air popper, stovetop, or microwave). Transfer to a large, heatproof bowl, removing any unpopped kernels.
Combine the Karo sypup and butter in a large microwave safe bow. Microwave until melted.
Add sugar and Jello powder. Put in the microwave and cook until it comes to a rolling boil (doubles in size).
Pour the hot candy syrup over the popcorn. Use a heatproof spatula or wooden spoon to gently toss and coat the popcorn evenly. Be careful—the syrup is very hot!
Spread the coated popcorn onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake at 250° F for 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes.
Once cooled and hardened, break up any large clusters and serve in bowls or bag up for spooky party favors.
Store leftovers in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Calories: 1174kcalCarbohydrates: 223gProtein: 28gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 27mgSodium: 165mgPotassium: 686mgFiber: 31gSugar: 43gVitamin A: 315IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 17mgIron: 8mg

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