13 Delicious and Fun Recipes Made With Kool-Aid Packets

If you've never made Kool-Aid pie before, it's about to become your new favorite dessert. This icebox pie comes together easily and is infinitely customizable thanks to all the flavors of Kool-Aid (and flavor combinations!) out there. 

If you like caramel corn, give this easy Kool-Aid popcorn a try. Whether it's for movie night or a potluck, this homemade candied popcorn will win people over for sure. 

Allrecipes community member BHYLER created this recipe after trying deep-fried Kool-Aid at a county fair. This simple twist on drop doughnuts brings a lot of flavor that'll instantly evoke your childhood. 

Love them or loathe them, Kool-Aid pickles aren't going anywhere. Simply add Kool-Aid and sugar to a jar of pickles, and let the flavor soak in for a week. 

Of course, we can't discuss the merits of Kool-Aid without including a few punch recipes. This particular punch comes together in five minutes and will bring plenty of flavor to your next gathering. 

Here's one case where it's totally okay to play with your food. This play dough comes together with a few pantry staples and is safe to eat it in case your child gets curious. 

This homemade treat is creamier than sherbet and richer than yogurt, yet somehow it feels lighter than straight-up ice cream. Vanilla yogurt, sweetened condensed milk, and orange Kool-Aid mix unite to bring just the right amount of sweetness. 

With its distinct blend of juices and sherbet-induced creaminess, this punch recipe makes a strong contender for a non-alcoholic beverage at parties. Community members who experimented with less sugar liked their results, so don't be afraid to decrease the sweetness. 

Why buy pricey snow cone syrup when you can make your own with just three ingredients? Reviewer GELLEBRAY, who formerly worked at a snow cone stand, says "This is the recipe they all use." For a more flavorful syrup, use two packs of Kool-Aid. 

Part dessert and part cocktail, this frozen yogurt gets a kick from creme de cassis liqueur. "Oh. My. Gosh. This is beyond amazing," says reviewer Barbara Adamczyk. "I'm afraid that [we're] going to finish the entire batch off before the day is over!"

Can't find orange extract? The recipe proves that orange Kool-Aid mix will work just as well for anyone trying to re-create a Creamsicle's flavors. This recipe can also be used as a base for other flavored frostings. 

Mini cupcakes get a pop of color and flavor with some Kool-Aid added to the mix. Be sure not to use a flavor that's overly tart, as the taste will transfer to the cupcakes. 

This homemade taffy gets its sweetness from Kool-Aid and its softness from cornstarch. It's not the kind of recipe that allows for shortcuts, so take time to follow the directions accurately and keep some extra hands around to help stretch the taffy.