Savory SnacksNo. 6452 · The 2026 edition
Bloody Popcorn with Bones
Turn movie night into a gory delight with this sweet and crunchy Bloody Popcorn studded with candy bones.
Our own summary of the original by Emilie at FindingZest, popcorn recipe slightly Altered from Reynolds — the full post and photos live at findingzest.com.
This Halloween treat combines buttery popcorn with a glossy red gelatin coating that hardens into a crisp shell. After a quick bake, candy bones are pressed on top for a spooky snack that's perfect for parties or movie marathons.
Ingredients
Directions
- Set your oven to 300°F.
- Cover a baking sheet (at least 15x10x1 inches) with foil, parchment, or a silicone mat to prevent sticking.
- Place 9 cups of popped popcorn in a large bowl and set aside.
- In a small saucepan, melt 1/4 cup butter and 3 tablespoons light corn syrup over low heat.
- Stir in 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar and the entire 3 oz package of raspberry, cherry, or strawberry Jell-O until dissolved.
- Increase heat to medium and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Pour the hot syrup immediately over the popcorn and toss to coat evenly—the mixture sets quickly.
- Spread the coated popcorn onto the prepared baking sheet, using two forks to break up any clumps.
- Bake for 10 minutes.
- Right out of the oven, sprinkle 2 tablespoons of Wilton Jumbo Bones over the popcorn and press them in lightly with a fork. Let cool completely.
- Break into pieces and store in an airtight container.
More photos
Photos hosted by findingzest.com.
