Description
These adorable Trick OR Treat Pumpkin Strawberries are a fun and festive Halloween treat. Juicy strawberries dipped in vibrant orange candy melts and decorated with spooky black candy features are perfect for parties or a sweet seasonal snack.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Pumpkin Strawberries
- 12 oz orange candy melts (Sweet Tooth Fairy brand recommended)
- 1/3 cup black candy melts (Sweet Tooth Fairy brand recommended)
- 10 fresh strawberries
Instructions
- Prepare Strawberries: Wash the strawberries thoroughly under cold water. Pat them completely dry with a paper towel to ensure the candy coating adheres properly.
- Melt Orange Candy Melts: Following the package instructions carefully, melt the orange candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl or using a double boiler until smooth and completely liquid.
- Dip Strawberries: Holding each strawberry by the stem, dip it into the melted orange candy until fully coated. Place the dipped strawberries on parchment paper to set and dry completely.
- Melt Black Candy Melts: After the orange coating has hardened, melt the black candy melts according to their package instructions until smooth.
- Decorate Facial Features: Using a toothpick dipped in the black candy melts, draw X-shaped eyes and jagged lines to mimic a pumpkin mouth on each strawberry.
- Final Drying and Storage: Allow the decorated strawberries to dry fully at room temperature. Once dried, store them in the refrigerator until ready to serve to keep them fresh.
Notes
- Make sure the strawberries are completely dry before dipping to prevent the candy from seizing.
- Use parchment paper for easy removal of coated strawberries once dry.
- If candy melts become too thick after melting, stir in a small amount of vegetable oil to restore smooth consistency.
- Work quickly when decorating with black candy melts as they set fast.
- Store finished strawberries in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days for the best freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Halloween, Pumpkin, Strawberries, Candy Melts, Festive Treat, Party Snack, Halloween Dessert
