Ingredient and Equipment Notes
Cookie Dough – I prefer my favorite homemade sugar cookie dough because it holds its shape well and is, let’s face it, incredibly delicious. You could certainly try this method with store bought dough in a pinch, just be aware your candy corn might puff and spread while baking. Bread Pan – The secret to the candy corn cuteness here is layering colored dough in a bread pan and then slicing triangles from it. Any similar shaped container could work, though. Food Coloring – Gel food coloring is best to get vibrant colors (but liquid can work ok, too, if that’s all you have). You can find gel food coloring at most grocery stores these days, or anywhere cake decorating supplies are sold. Sprinkles – Optional, but so cute! Look for fall colors or solid colored yellow, orange, or yellow sprinkles. Almond Bark or White Chocolate – Optional, but an easy way to dress up these cute candy corns. Dip cookie ends in melted almond bark or white chocolate and cover in sprinkles.
How to Make Candy Corn Sugar Cookies
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Need some other easy fall treats? These Oreo Turkeys and Candy Pilgrim Hats are a fun edible craft for Thanksgiving. This Caramel Toffee Fruit Dip in a hollowed out pumpkin, served with cinnamon chips made from tortillas is another fun, easy treat. Can I make these ahead of time? Sugar cookies are great make-ahead treats. Make the dough block and wrap tightly in plastic wrap. Store in the fridge for up to a few days, slice, and bake. You could even freeze completed cookies up to 2 weeks before use.
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