9 Candy Corn Recipe Ideas For Holidays

If you love candy corn, I have a few fun (and festive) ways you can use it in holiday recipes, from Halloween to Thanksgiving.

For Halloween, whip up vibrant treats like Candy Corn Rice Krispie Treats with colorful layers or Candy Corn Jello Shots for an adult-only party twist. Kid-friendly options like Jack-o’-Lantern Candy Corn Apples are quick, healthier, and a blast to make together.

Planning ahead for Thanksgiving? Candy corn makes the perfect feathers for Turkey Cupcakes. These recipes are simple, budget-friendly, and guaranteed to impress!

I love how these really simple recipes bring the iconic Halloween candy to life in creative desserts and snacks perfect for spooky season and Thanksgiving.

Candy Corn Rice Krispie Treats

If you want something light, not overly sweet, but still festive enough for Halloween, make some Krispies. I make candy corn-colored layers and add some real candy corn on top – that’s it. There is one secret ingredient, though!

Get the recipe: Candy Corn Rice Krispie Treats

Turkey Cupcakes

These adorable chocolate cupcakes are transformed into cute turkeys with candy corn feathers and chocolate beaks, ideal for Thanksgiving. The recipe includes homemade chocolate frosting and simple decorations that kids can help with. Ready in about 45 minutes, they’re a fun recipe using candy corn!

Get the recipe: Turkey Cupcakes

Candy Corn Poke Cake Recipe

Raise your hand if you (or your kids) are obsessed with candy corn? Right. Another easy idea for a Halloween dessert table is to whip up a classic poke cake with lush cream cheese frosting and use candy corn as decoration.

Get the recipe: Candy Corn Poke Cake Recipe

Candy Corn Cupcakes

No holiday season goes by without something candy corn. I love to layer yellow, orange, and white buttercream frosting on top of simple vanilla cupcakes to create the iconic candy corn stripes. Minimal effort, wow effect!

Get the recipe: Candy Corn Cupcakes

Candy Corn Jello Shots

Having an adult-only Halloween party? These fun, layered jello shots are made with gelatin, whipped cream, and a touch of vodka for adults. Simple to make. Jell-O is always easy. The bright orange, yellow, and white layers mimic candy corn, making them a perfect treat for grown-up Halloween parties.

Get the recipe: Candy Corn Jello Shots

Halloween Snack Mix

This crunchy mix combines pretzels, candy corn, peanuts, and M&M’s for a sweet-salty treat guests can enjoy while waiting for the mains at your Halloween party. It is also a perfect snack for Halloween movie night! Everyone gathers around this snack, and it is ALWAYS the first one to disappear at every party.

Get the recipe: Halloween Snack Mix

Ghost Cupcakes

Candy corn-inspired ghost cupcakes with a fluffy vanilla cupcake base and colorful frosting layers. Easy, elegant, and perfect for Halloween potlucks and parties.

Get the recipe: Ghost Cupcakes

Candy Corn Cookie Dough Brownies

If you top decadent chocolate brownies with creamy cookie dough and vibrant candy corn, you will get a perfect Halloween treat. They’re easy to make with your favorite brownie recipe (or store-bought brownies) and a no-bake cookie dough topping. A great candy corn dessert to make ahead and stay on a budget.

Get the recipe: Candy Corn Cookie Dough Brownies

Jack-o’-Lantern Candy Corn Apples

This quick, kid-friendly Halloween snack uses apple slices, peanut butter, and candy corn to create cute jack-o’-lantern faces. It’s a healthier treat that’s simple to make with kids.

Get the recipe: Jack-o’-Lantern Candy Corn Apples

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