We are so excited to start the celebration of Spooky Season! It really is the most wonderful time of the year. In celebration of everything HALLOWEEN, we are pleased to share a new recipe with you our …. HOCUS POCUS PINWHEEL COOKIES! But first, lets take a look at the movie that started it all with some fun quotes and info about the film. Don’t forget to check out our HOCUS POCUS PINWHEEL COOKIES recipe below!
Hocus Pocus, a cult classic in the world of Halloween movies, has captured the hearts of viewers since its release in 1993. Directed by Kenny Ortega and starring Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy as the Sanderson Sisters, this film has become a beloved staple of the spooky season. Its unique blend of comedy, magic, and adventure continues to enchant audiences of all ages. Alongside its memorable characters and captivating storyline, Hocus Pocus is also known for its witty and iconic dialogue. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the magical world of Hocus Pocus and revisit 25 famous quotes that continue to cast a spell on fans.
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Hocus Pocus: 25 Famous Quotes That Still Cast a Spell on Fans
1. “It’s just a bunch of hocus pocus.” – Max Dennison
2. “Amuck, amuck, amuck!” – Sarah Sanderson
3. “I put a spell on you, and now you’re mine.” – Winifred Sanderson
4. “Dead man’s toe! Dead man’s toe!” – Sarah Sanderson
5. “Oh look, another glorious morning. Makes me sick!” – Winifred Sanderson
6. “I smell children!” – Winifred Sanderson
7. “Boooooooooook!” – Winifred Sanderson
8. “A virgin lit the candle.” – Mary Sanderson
9. “Why was I cursed with such idiot sisters?” – Winifred Sanderson
10. “It’s a full moon tonight. That’s when all the weirdos are out.” – Max Dennison
11. “We’re young, we’re old, we’re dead, we’re pretty, and ugly, and white-haired.” – Winifred Sanderson
12. “You know, I’ve always wanted a child. And now I think I’ll have one…on toast!” – Winifred Sanderson
13. “I’m not hungry. But I just want to taste it.” – Winifred Sanderson
14. “Oh, it’s just a bunch of hocus pocus.” – Dani Dennison
15. “I can’t believe I’m saying this, but bring him back, Winnie!” – Sarah Sanderson
16. “Dance, dance, dance until you die!” – Winifred Sanderson
17. “Hello, I want my book!” – Max Dennison
18. “Thachary Binx, it’s me. Your little sister, Emily. Remember?” – Emily Binx
19. “Darn cat! Darn cat! Darn cat!” – Winifred Sanderson
20. “A virgin? You lit the Black Flame Candle?” – Dani Dennison
21. “The witches are back!” – Ice
22. “The black rain of death!” – Ice
23. “Well, let’s see, it’s a full moon on All Hallow’s Eve. I can fly twice as fast on a broomstick!” – Sarah Sanderson
24. “You’re the ugliest thing that ever lived, and you know it!” – Max Dennison
25. “Thanks for your help. Have a nice day.” – Winifred Sanderson
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These quotes have not only added to the movie’s charm but have also made it an enduring part of pop culture. Whether you’re watching Hocus Pocus for the first time or the hundredth, these lines continue to resonate with fans, reminding us of the magic and mischief that make this film a Halloween favorite. So, grab some popcorn, light a candle (but not the Black Flame Candle!), and enjoy the enchanting world of Hocus Pocus once more. After all, it’s just a bunch of hocus pocus!
Now that we’ve taken a step back into the past, it’s time to start this year’s Halloween celebrations with our HOCUS POCUS PINWHEEL COOKIES! Check out the details below.
Before we get to the full recipe details, be sure to check out our Pretzel Spider Webs, Mummy Jalapeño Poppers, Ghost Rice Krispie Treats, Ghosts in the Graveyard, Poison Apple Jell-O Shots, Keto Pumpkin Chaffles, Pumpkin Dip, Jack Skellington Pinwheel Cookies and Werewolf Pretzel Squares.
HOCUS POCUS PINWHEEL COOKIES
HOCUS POCUS PINWHEEL COOKIES ~ WHAT YOU NEED
- Butter
- Sugar
- Eggs
- Vanilla Extract
- Salt
- Baking Powder
- All-Purpose Flour
- Food Coloring (recommended gel)
After separating the dough into 3 even bunches, adding coloring and kneading it until ready, you should end up with a beautifully colored ball of deliciousness!
Start by rolling out each dough ball into an approximately 9×15 rectangle.
Layer your dough and then get ready to roll!
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Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups butter room temperature
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 3/8 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 4.5 cups all-purpose flour
- Purple Gel Food Coloring
- Green Gel Food Coloring
- Orange Gel Food Coloring
Instructions
- In the bowl of an electric mixer cream together butter and sugar.
- Add in eggs and vanilla and continue mixing until well incorporated
- In a separate bowl mix flour, salt and baking powder.
- Add the flour mixture into the butter mixture a little at a time mixing between additions, until all of the flour is incorporated.
- Remove the dough from the bowl and divide it in three equal parts.
- Add about ¼ tsp purple gel food coloring to one of the parts and knead until the color is evenly distributed.
- Add about ¼ tsp orange gel food coloring to one of the parts and knead until the color is evenly distributed.
- Add about ¼ tsp green gel food coloring to one of the parts and knead until the color is evenly distributed.
- Place purple dough on a piece of parchment or wax paper and roll out into an approximately 9×15 rectangle. Place on a baking sheet and set aside.
- Repeat with the green and orange dough rolling it out on parchment or wax paper.
- Keeping the purple dough on the parchment. Do the same with the green and orange dough by layering them, with parchment or wax paper in between, and then place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes.
- Remove dough from the refrigerator. Carefully remove the green dough from the parchment paper and lay it on top of the purple dough lining up the edges as best as possible. Then, add the orange dough layer on top of the green dough layer.
- Using a sharp knife trim the edges of the dough to make a rectangle.
- Starting with the shorter end of the rectangle carefully roll up the dough you can use the parchment paper to help. Put gentle pressure on the dough as you roll it so that it sticks together nicely.
- Wrap the rolled dough in parchment or wax paper and refrigerate at least 2 hours.
- When ready to bake-Preheat oven to 350 and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Unwrap dough and place on a cutting board.
- Using unflavored dental floss OR a sharp knife, slice dough into ¼ inch slices and place on prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10 minutes, remove from oven and allow to cool for 1-2 minutes before removing from baking sheet to a metal cooling rack.
- Store in an airtight container.
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Be sure to check out our Pretzel Spider Webs, Mummy Jalapeño Poppers, Ghost Rice Krispie Treats, Ghosts in the Graveyard, Poison Apple Jell-O Shots, Keto Pumpkin Chaffles, Pumpkin Dip, Jack Skellington Pinwheel Cookies and Werewolf Pretzel Squares.
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