Cherry Ice Skulls for the Coolest Halloween Drinks

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Cherry Ice Skulls turn any drink into an instant spooky party potion — just freeze, drop, and sip for a creepy-cute surprise!

When your punch needs a little creepy-cute magic, Cherry Ice Skulls are the ultimate trick. They’re blood-red, skull-shaped ice cubes that melt into any drink for instant Halloween drama. Think of them as spooky ice bombs: you freeze them ahead of time, then plop them into Sprite, soda, or juice and watch the chills roll in.

I made these spooky ice cubes because I wanted something simple but bold for my Fun Food Crafts Halloween lineup. Plus, they’re way easier than they look. All you need is a skull ice mold, cherry Kool-Aid or juice, and a freezer. Done.

Reasons Why You’ll Love Cherry Ice Skulls

✅ Make-ahead friendly — they sit in your freezer until party time
✅ Only 2 ingredients plus water
✅ Instant wow factor without extra work

Kitchen Tools You’ll Need to Make Cherry Ice Skulls

• Skull-shaped silicone ice mold
• Measuring cup with a pour spout or a syringe
• Freezer space

Ingredients You’ll Need to Make Cherry Ice Skulls

• Cherry Kool-Aid, cherry juice, or any red drink mix

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Mix the Potion

Whisk together your cherry Kool-Aid (or juice) with water according to the package directions. You want a deep red color for the spookiest effect.

Step 2: Fill the Skull Molds

Pour the mixture carefully into your skull-shaped silicone molds. Leave a tiny bit of space at the top for expansion as it freezes.

Step 3: Freeze Solid

Place the mold flat in your freezer and let it freeze completely — at least a few hours or overnight for best results.

Step 4: Pop Out the Skulls

Once frozen, gently pop the Cherry Ice Skulls out of the mold. Handle quickly so they don’t start melting.

Step 5: Drop + Sip

Plop the Cherry Ice Skulls into clear sodas like Sprite or lemon-lime soda and watch them “bleed” into the drink. They also look awesome in punch bowls. The more you add, the darker the color and better the taste,

Make sure the drink and cup are cold, too, so the Halloween Cherry Ice Skulls will not melt a bit slower. I prefer to use Sprite as it makes it taste similar to a Shirley Temple!

Recipe Tips and Tricks

• Use clear or light-colored drinks for maximum contrast
• Freeze a day or two ahead to save time
• For a deeper color, add extra cherry mix or a drop of food coloring
• Try mixing in edible glitter for sparkly skulls

Recipe Variations, Additions, and Substitutions

• Use blue Kool-Aid for icy zombie skulls
• Try grape juice for “poison” skulls
• Add small gummy worms into each mold before freezing for a surprise inside

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How far in advance can I make them?
A: Up to a week — keep them sealed in a freezer bag to prevent freezer burn.

Q: What drinks work best?
A: Sprite, lemon-lime soda, ginger ale, or any clear punch to show off the red color. I think it tastes best with Sprite.

Show Off Your Skull Sips!

Did you make these Cherry Ice Skulls? I’d love to see your spooky drinks! Tag me on Instagram @FunFoodCrafts or TikTok and be sure use #FunFoodCrafts so I can share your creepy-cute creations.

Looking for More Halloween Food Fun?

• Halloween Sprinkle Brownies
• Eyeball Donuts
• Halloween Bark Art

Printable Recipe Card for Cherry Ice Skulls