Monday, September 28, 2009

Creepy Gross Halloween Treats - Eerie Eyed Mint Cocoa


For a Halloween party you are always looking out for Creepy Gross Halloween Treats. These are very suitable for kids and not so gross that it will make all your little guests sick!

Eerie Eyed Mint Cocoa
What You Need:
  • 8 C of milk, divided
  • 1 C mint chocolate chips
  • 1 C instant hot cocoa mix
  • 16 large marshmallows
  • 16 Crows candies
  • 16 lollipop sticks
How to Make It:
  1. Pour 1 C of milk into a saucepan and place the pan over low heat.
  2. Stir in the chocolate chips and hot cocoa mix.
  3. Cook, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes or until the chips has completely melted.
  4. Add the remaining milk and stir to blend in well.
  5. Cook 5 minutes or until the milk is hot.
  6. Cut a slit into the top of each of the marshmallows.
  7. Insert 1 piece of candy into each of the marshmallows slits.
  8. Insert 1 lollipop stick into the bottom of each marshmallow.
  9. Pour the hot cocoa into mugs.
  10. Place 2 of the prepared eyes into each cup just before serving.
Halloween can be a cold gloomy nigh and a cup of hot cocoa can really hit the spot.  All ages will get a kick out of these eerie cups of cocoa and they are one of the simplest Halloween treats to create.
Makes 8 servings

Preparation Time:  approximately 10 minutes
Cooking Time:  approximately 10 minutes
Total Time:  approximately 20 minutes

These eyes look pretty spooky in these Creepy Gross Halloween Treats!

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