# Witchy Broomstick Snacks These Two-Ingredient Halloween Appetizers Look Like Little Sweepers By Alyson Wyers | Published 2014-10-15 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/halloween-appetizers References: [thatsnerdalicious](http://www.thatsnerdalicious.com/recipes/diy-pretzel-broomsticks-are-a-cute-halloween-treat/) & [sprinklebakes](http://www.sprinklebakes.com/2014/10/pretzel-broomstick-appetizers-for-etsy.html) These Halloween appetizers will be sure to sweep your guests off their feet. The recipe for pretzel broomstick appetizers is by Sprinkle Bakes and can be found on their [Etsy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/create-a-wedding-registry) blog. With only two ingredients, the snacks will result in your party having liftoff. The edible broomsticks are made with stick pretzel rods, shredded phyllo dough and a little bit of butter. While the shredding process and assembly can be a bit tricky, the end result is certainly worth it. Whether you are obsessed with [Harry Potter and quidditch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wizarding-world-cookbook) or love [Disney's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hocus-pocus-2-cereal) Fantasia, the Halloween appetizers are a great addition to your table this time of year. They are also great if you are entertaining or bringing them elsewhere. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 66% | Activity: 34% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Halloween-themed Food:** Innovate on Halloween snacks and treats using unique and spooky designs and ingredients. - **Simplified Recipes:** Create simple and easy recipes that require minimal ingredients and effort without sacrificing taste and presentation. - **Nostalgia-themed Food:** Invent food items that are inspired by popular TV shows, movies and books that invoke a sense of nostalgia. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food and Beverage:** Innovate on simplified and nostalgic food items that cater to the popular culture and trends surrounding Halloween celebrations. - **Event Planning and Hosting:** Create tailor-made event planning experiences centered around halloween-themed food and drinks to elevate any party or gathering. - **E-commerce:** With the rise of online shopping, explore the many opportunities to sell and distribute Halloween-themed food and snacks through e-commerce platforms. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Spooky Halloween Snack Hybrids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cookie-pop1.md) - [Witchy Ready-to-Bake Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wickedinspired-pillsbury-shape-cookies.md) - [Halloween-Inspired Pretzel Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pretzelface-campaign.md) - [Magic-Inspired Cook Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harry-potter-bake-create-and-decorate.md) - [Halloween-Inspired Cupcake Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/supernatural-kitchen.md) - [Limited-Edition Spooky Snack Crepes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-filled-crpes.md) - [Spooky Roulette Appetizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aldi-halloween.md) - [Halloween Pretzel Buckets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twist-or-treat-halloween-buckets.md) - [Sweet-and-Salty Costumes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auntie-annes-and-cinnabon-costumes.md)