# What You'll Need:
→ Candy for pumpkin base and accents
01 - 2 cups orange-colored candy (e.g., orange M&Ms, orange gummy bears, orange jelly beans, orange Reese's Pieces)
02 - 1 cup chocolate-covered candies (e.g., dark chocolate chips, chocolate-covered pretzels)
03 - ½ cup green candy (e.g., green apple licorice, green gummy bears)
04 - ½ cup yellow candy (e.g., lemon drops, yellow jelly beans)
→ Fillers and accents
05 - ½ cup mini or pumpkin-shaped marshmallows (optional)
06 - ½ cup black licorice or black jelly beans (for mouth and eyes)
07 - ½ cup candy corn
→ Optional additions
08 - ½ cup pretzel sticks
09 - ½ cup caramel popcorn
# Directions:
01 - On a large round serving board or platter, lightly sketch or visualize the outline of a jack-o-lantern face.
02 - Arrange the orange-colored candies in a large oval or circle shape to create the pumpkin base.
03 - Use black licorice or black jelly beans to form the eyes, nose, and mouth of the jack-o-lantern.
04 - Shape the stem at the top with green candy and place yellow candies around the face to add highlights or a glowing effect.
05 - Fill in any gaps with marshmallows, candy corn, or other candies to provide extra texture and visual appeal.
06 - Place pretzel sticks or caramel popcorn around the edges or as a border to add crunch.
07 - Adjust and refine the shapes to ensure the face is clearly defined and attractive.
08 - Serve immediately or cover loosely until ready to display.
