What can I use if I don't have aquafaba for the sprinkles?

The recipe states you can use water as an alternative to aquafaba to achieve the desired icing consistency for these sprinkles.

How long do the piped sprinkle strings need to dry?

The icing strings must dry for at least 4 hours in a cool, dry, and non-humid spot before they are ready to be rolled up and collected.

Why are parchment paper cones recommended for piping these sprinkles?

Parchment paper cones are suggested for piping small portions because they are cleaner, easier to handle, and prevent residual grease from other pastry bags from breaking down the sprinkle icing.

How should I store these homemade Halloween sprinkles?

Once the sprinkles are completely dry, store them in an airtight container in a cool, dry place to maintain their crispness and vibrant colors.

Can I make these sprinkles in colors other than traditional Halloween shades?

Absolutely! You can divide the icing into as many smaller bowls as you wish and add different food colors to create a variety of festive sprinkles for any occasion.

8 years ago

Halloween Sprinkles
[Vegan]

GP By: Gretchen Price

Author Bio

My name is Gretchen Price, and I am a professional pastry chef of over 20... Read More

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A close-up of vibrant, homemade Halloween sprinkles in orange, purple, and green, ready to decorate vegan cakes and cookies.

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Halloween Sprinkles [Vegan]

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Whether you are vegan or not or, this homemade recipe for sprinkles is not only easy and cost efficient, but fun too! They are colorful, fresh and work on any of your favorite desserts!

Ingredients You Need for Halloween Sprinkles [Vegan]

6 cups Sifted Confectioners Sugar
Salt pinch
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
8-10 Tablespoons Aquafaba or Water
Food Color as needed

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How to Prepare Halloween Sprinkles [Vegan]

By hand in a large mixing bowl or with an electric mixer, combine the sifted confectioners sugar with the salt and then add the vanilla extract and then the water, starting with just about half the water.
Mix to a paste and then add more water as needed.
Divide the icing into as many smaller bowls are you are making colors. Add the food color and mix well, then cover each small bowl with plastic wrap to prevent drying as you pipe each color.
Use parchment paper cones to pipe each color, since you are working with such small portions at a time it just makes more sense, it is cleaner and easier to handle those small bags rather than large pastry bags, not to mention the canvas or plastic pastry bags we use for other projects may have residual grease in them which can break down the sprinkle icing.
Pipe the colors out in long strings onto parchment paper lined sheet pans.
Let the icing dry for at least 4 hours in a cool, dry (not humid!) spot
One the strings have dried all the way, roll up the parchment paper and let the sprinkles pour out into a bowl!