Dress up your dessert table with this Hocus Pocus Jello pie! This is a layered Jello pie that is then topped with meringue toppers. If you are getting excited for Hocus Pocus 2, this cake is the perfect way to celebrate.
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Halloween Jello Pie Recipe
Try out this Halloween Dunkaroo dip or you can sip on this Halloween jungle juice at your next Halloween bash.
There's just something about watching Hocus Pocus that gets us into the Halloween spirit.
Maybe it's the Sanderson sisters and their mischievous antics, or the iconic scene where they sing "I Put a Spell on You."
Whatever the reason, Hocus Pocus is a classic Halloween movie that deserves a spot on your October movie night lineup.
And since there are so many great ways to turn your Hocus Pocus movie night into a fun event, you better start planning now!
Here are a few ideas to get you started:
- Make a batch of hocus pocus jello pie. This recipe is easy to follow and only requires a few ingredients, but it's sure to be a hit with all your guests.
- Decorate your space with hocus pocus themed decorations. From streamers and balloons to witches hats and cauldrons, there are plenty of ways to get your space looking spooky.
- Serve up some hocus pocus themed snacks. Witch finger breadsticks, spider web pizza, and best Halloween Jungle Juice punch are just a few of the many options available.
- Put on your best costume and have a costume contest. Encourage your guests to get into the festive spirit by coming dressed as their favorite character from the movie. The person with the best costume will win a prize!
- Have some fun with photo booth props. Whether you DIY them or purchase them online, photo booth props are always a hit at parties. Be sure to have plenty of hocus pocus themed props on hand for your guests to use.
With these tips in mind, you're well on your way to throwing an unforgettable Hocus Pocus movie night party. So what are you waiting for? Start planning today!
This Sanderson Sisters Jello Pie Is...
- Perfect for Halloween
- Layered Pie
- Fun Hocus Pocus Themed Dessert
- Great for Parties and Events
- Kid Friendly
- Oreos - So you will want to use Oreos for the crust. Feel free to change up the flavor of Oreos used if you want. A Golden Oreo would be a great option.
- Butter - I recommend real butter, not margarine.
- Jello - You are going to need a handful of flavors. Orange, pineapple, grape, for all the layers.
- Yogurt - Same with yogurt you will want lemon, orange, and vanilla yogurt.
- Whipped Cream - I just bought Cool Whip at the grocery store for this. It works great on giving you that creamy layer.
- Meringue Powder - Find this in the baking or cake-making aisle. This is going to be what you use for the meringue toppers.
- Sugar - The sweeter to the meringues.
- Vanilla - Try to use pure vanilla extract.
- Food Coloring - You will need some different food coloring gel to create vibrant colors.
Tips For Success
- Allow each layer of the pie to set up. This is important or you will find that you don't get those defined layers of the pie as you want.
- Meringue is not too hard to make. Just make sure it is thick when you go to pipe it, so it holds shape.
- You can make this pie in advance and then just store it in the fridge. I like to wait to place the meringue right before you serve to help preserve the texture.
- Make sure to cover the pie with a lid or plastic wrap so it doesn't take on other flavors from the fridge.
Storing Pie
This pie needs to be refrigerated when it is done. Just place in an airtight container and place it in the freezer. Then slice and serve when you are ready to enjoy.
For best quality, this pie is best served freshly made. The meringue will soften as it sits in the fridge over the days.
FAQs
Sanderson Sisters Jello Pie Ingredients
Oreo Crust Ingredients
- 12 Oreos
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- Non-stick spray
Jello Pie Ingredients
- Orange Jello
- Pineapple Jello
- Grape Jello
- Orange yogurt
- Lemon yogurt
- French Vanilla yogurt
- Cool whip
Meringue Candies Ingredients
- Meringue Powder
- Water
- Sugar
- Pure Vanilla Extract (if making white meringue cookies use white vanilla.
- Food coloring of choice
- For exact measurements, please see the recipe card below.
Supplies Needed for this Halloween Jello Recipe
- 10-inch Springform Pan (if all you have is a 9-inch, then just don’t put all the filling into each layer. Use the remaining in a parfait glass or dessert glass.)
- Stand mixer or hand mixer
- Rubber spatula
- Microwave safe bowls
- Dessert plates (I like disposable, lol)
- Dessert forks (I don’t recommend disposable forks because the Easter Jello Pie is frozen and they will break.)
- Parchment Paper
- Cookie Sheet
- Disposable piping bags
- Halloween table runner – to make your table look pretty and to set your Halloween jello recipe on.
How to Make a Hocus Pocus Jello Pie
Oreo Crust Instructions
Start by crushing your Oreos. Melt the butter.
The butter should be melted in the microwave or in a small pot, not just at room temperature.
Mix together the melted butter and crushed Oreos.
Spray the springform pan with the nonstick spray.
Press the mixture to the bottom of the pan and a little up the sides.
Place in the freezer while preparing the Jello layers.
How to Make a Halloween Jello Pie with Sanderson Sisters Meringue Cookies
While some might think it’s easier to make all the layers at the same time, I found it was easier to make one layer at a time.
You can, however, measure out each flavor of jello at 44 grams. This way you will have all the Jell-O colors ready to go.
I also measured out the cool whip so that it was evenly divided up.
The water, you can measure as you go.
Jello Pie Recipe Step by Step Tutorial
Starting with your first layer color (44 grams). Add ½ cup of boiling water and mix until well dissolved.
Let stand for about 15 minutes to cool slightly.
Add your matching container of yogurt and mix well.
Dump the mixture into the divided cool whip (112.5 grams).
Mix until well blended.
Pour into the Oreo crust and smooth out.
After it’s all smoothed out, give it a shake to get it to settle and to get rid of any bubbles.
Place in the freezer for about 15 minutes.
While it’s in the freezer, work on your second layer color. (44 grams)
Add ½ cup of boiling water and mix until well dissolved.
Let stand for about 15 minutes to cool slightly.
Add your matching container of yogurt and mix well.
Dump the mixture into the divided cool whip (112.5 grams).
Mix until well blended.
Pour into Oreo crust and smooth out.
After it’s all smoothed out, give it a shake to get it to settle and to get rid of any bubbles.
Place in the freezer for about 15 minutes.
Repeat following the same steps except you will want to leave it in the freezer for approximately 3-4 hours.
When you are ready to serve it, remove it from the freezer about 30 minutes beforehand so it will be easier to cut.
Top with the Sanderson Sisters Meringue Cookies.
How to Make Sanderson Sisters Meringue Candies
Whip the meringue powder with the mixer according to directions until stiff peaks form.
Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
Once stiff peaks form, add the sugar slowly and continue mixing for about 5 minutes.
Then add your vanilla extract.
Separate into a small bowl for each individual color. Mix well.
Scoop each color into a disposable piping bag fitted with a piping tip.
Pipe onto the parchment paper-covered baking sheet.
Bake for approximately 50 minutes. Do not open the door when the timer is up.
Turn off the oven and leave it in for another hour to dry out.
Once the time is up, remove from the oven, let cool, and place in an airtight container until ready to add to the top of the Hocus Pocus Jello Pie.
In Conclusion
My husband commented that it tasted like sherbet, but I thought it tasted more like ice cream and melted in your mouth.
Enjoy!
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