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Halloween Punch: Easy 3-Ingredient Candy Corn Recipe

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This candy corn Halloween punch is a visually stunning, three-ingredient wonder that looks like it took hours of layering and fussing. It’s a crowd-pleaser that’s perfect for any Halloween gathering, with a perfect balance of citrus and tropical flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 1 part pineapple juice (100% juice, such as Dole or Lakewood)
  • 1 part orange juice (pulp-free, not from concentrate preferred)
  • A splash of grenadine (such as Rose’s, about 1/4 cup for a 2-quart pitcher)
  • Ice cubes (whole cubes, about one-third of the pitcher)
  • Candy corn (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

  1. Chill your ingredients: About an hour before your party, put your pineapple juice and orange juice in the fridge. Cold liquids layer better than room-temperature ones.
  2. Fill your pitcher with ice: Fill your pitcher or dispenser about halfway with ice cubes. If using flavored ice cubes (orange or pineapple), add them now.
  3. Pour the pineapple juice: Slowly pour the pineapple juice over the ice. Let it settle for about 30 seconds.
  4. Add the orange juice: Hold a long spoon upside down over the pitcher and slowly pour the orange juice over the back of the spoon. This helps the orange juice float on top of the pineapple juice.
  5. Finish with grenadine: Pour the grenadine slowly down the inside edge of the pitcher. It will sink to the bottom and create a deep red layer. Do not stir.
  6. Garnish and serve: Drop a few pieces of candy corn into the pitcher for visual effect. Serve immediately in clear cups so guests can see the layers.
  7. Stir before refills: After the first round of drinks, give the punch a gentle stir before refilling glasses.

Notes

The key to perfect layers is using cold ingredients and pouring slowly. For a spiked version, add 1 cup of vodka, white rum, or coconut rum before pouring the juices. For a slushy version, blend all ingredients with ice until slushy. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours; layers will mix but taste remains great.

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