Why You'll Love This Halloween Recipe
Themed boards are peak Pinterest content and genuinely fun to build — every item nods to the movie, and guests love decoding the references while they graze.
Ingredients for Hocus Pocus Brunch Board
- Sourdough + avocado ('spellbook' toast with everything seasoning)
- Black-flame brie: brie with blackberry compote
- Potion fruit: green grapes, kiwi, blackberries
- Witch-hat strawberries: strawberries dipped in chocolate with a cookie-brim hat
- Cinnamon roll 'scrolls'
- Sparkling apple cider
- Candy eyeballs and gummy bats (decor)
How to Make Hocus Pocus Brunch Board Step by Step
- Place small bowls for compote and dips first.
- Arrange the spellbook toasts fanned on one side.
- Add the brie with its blackberry 'flame' compote.
- Fill with potion fruit in color-blocked sections.
- Tuck in the witch-hat strawberries and cinnamon scrolls.
- Scatter candy decor, add cider, and serve.
💡 Tips for the Best Hocus Pocus Brunch Board
Name each item with little tent cards ('Winifred's Spellbook Toast') — the labels make the theme. Assemble within an hour of serving for the freshest fruit. A black or dark wood board makes the colors pop.
Halloween Party Serving Ideas
Pair with the Hocus Pocus movie playing in the background — obviously.
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📌 Pin it for laterFrequently Asked Questions
How do I make the witch hats?
Dip strawberries in melted dark chocolate, then press a small chocolate cookie on top as the brim — instant witch hat.
Can I do it for dinner instead?
Yes — swap in savory items: spellbook flatbreads, potion olives, black-flame cheese.
What if I can't find blackberries?
Any dark berry compote works — blueberry or cherry both look 'flame'-worthy.
How far ahead can I prep?
Prep components the night before; assemble the morning of.