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Leftover Halloween candy? Try these 4 delicious recipes

Maryal Miller Carter, USA TODAY
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Alas, Fright Night is over, but that doesn't mean the fun is done! If you have a mountain of leftover candy from your Halloween festivities, you may be tempted to toss it in the garbage or settle for a month of stale candy grazing. However, with a little creativity, you can turn that unwanted candy stash into a range of sweet and tasty treats that everyone will enjoy.

So, dig into that candy bowl and get busy because we've got four ingenious recipe ideas to turn your Halloween surplus into a delicious assortment of sugary delights.

Watch the video above to learn how to make delicious sweet treats with leftover Halloween candy.

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How to extend the life of your leftover Halloween candy

Preserve and prepare your candy. Start by extending the shelf life of your leftover Halloween candy by freezing it. Before freezing, chop the candy into small bits, creating an exciting mixture of ready-to-use toppings and mix-ins.

Pack and label for storage. Carefully pack the candy bits into a freezer bag, ensuring it's well sealed to prevent freezer burn. To make it easy to keep track of the content's freshness, label the bag with the date. Lay flat on a freezer shelf to prevent clumping.

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4 treats to make with leftover Halloween candy

  1. Candy toppings for sundaes. Enhance your sundaes by using your leftover candy bits as fun, tasty toppings. This idea is perfect for a post-Halloween party or a build-your-own family sundae bar.

  2. Sweet and salty popcorn. Add a fun, sweet twist to your savory popcorn by sprinkling it with candy bits. We like to call this "Popcorn Salad".

  3. Craft your own trail mix. Create a custom salty and sweet trail mix using the preserved candy bits along with your favorite nuts, dried fruits, and seeds.

  4. Homemade ice cream. Use the preserved candy bits as the perfect, ready-to-use ice cream mix-ins. Create your very own homemade ice cream blizzards! Tip: For optimal results, freeze the ice cream for at least 4 hours or, better yet, overnight.

    • Ice cream cake innovation. Consider using a springform pan to craft an ice cream cake, using your preserved candy bits as a burst of flavor or candy-filled layers. Tip: When ready to serve your ice cream cake, run a knife under hot water for smooth and easy cutting.

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