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    Home » Cute Food » Kid's Treats

    Animal Print Mickey Mouse Pops and other Disney Fun

    Published: Mar 19, '15 · Modified: Apr 20, '18 · By: Beth · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Embrace the wild and create a treat worth roaring over with these Animal Print Mickey Mouse Lollipops. These fun desserts are perfect for any animal themed party!

    Animal Print Mickey Mouse Lollipops

    Although our recent trip to Disney was not all sunshine and roses, I did manage to have a pretty good time and have been anxiously awaiting the passing of my cold so that I could have enough energy to get into the kitchen and create a fun Disney treat to share with you along with musings of our trip.

    Disney Themed Treats

    The main reason we headed to Orlanda was so that I could attend the Food Blog Forum which was by far the best food blogging conference I have attended thanks to the generous folks at Walt Disney World Resort and our conference hosts, Jaden and Scott from Steamy Kitchen and Todd & Diane from White on Rice Couple.

    The speakers and all the activities at the conference were fantastic and getting to spend time with my blogging buddies, Kim, The Partiologist and Jill, from Kitchen Fun with my 3 Sons really made the event special.

    Because the conference happened to fall on my 50th birthday, my husband, Jim, and I decided to extend our trip so we'd have 9 days in the parks. Sadly, he was sick for 6 of those days. Ordinarily that would have ruined my vacation, but fortunately for me, Kim and her daughters also extended their trip so I got to spend time with them while Jim was in bed.

    My niece and her fiance also joined us for part of the trip and it was really wonderful getting to hang out with them too.

    Disney Themed Treats, cookies, brownies, cake pops, chocolates, and more.

    Kim made sure my birthday was extra special by surprising me with two boxes filled with amazing hand made Disney themed treats.Not only did all the cookies, brownies, cake pops, chocolates, and other treats taste incredible, but they looked so festive too. I was blown away by her gift and her kindness.

    Food Blog Forum Dinsey World Resort The California Grill

    This trip was really a culinary adventure. Not only did we have all those tasty treats from my birthday box to enjoy during our stay, but we dined at some of the best restaurants in the parks and beyond.

    During the conference, I got to experience the most amazing meal of all. Over a dozen chefs from the top restaurants on the Disney properties created their signature dishes for all the conference attendies. We dined at the California Grill on the 15th floor of the Contemporary Resort and enjoyed the spectacular view of Magic Kingdom while sampling the best that Disney has to offer.

    Choosing a favorite dish would be challenging, but the pork belly and chocolate dessert made by the chef's at the California Grill were at the top of my list.

    Visit Orlando Food Blog Forum at the East End Market

    We also had the rare opportunity to sample food from four Orlando area James Beard Award winning chefs along with proprietors of restaurants and bakeries at the East End Market. I ate and ate and ate. I was so happily full when the event that was sponsored by Visit Orlando was over.

    I was even interviewed by the local news during the event. If you want to check that out, use this link to connect to the Fox 35 website. 

    Culinary Tour of Boma, Flavors of Africa at the Animal Kingdom Lodge Walt Disney World Resort

    During the conference we enjoyed the posh accommodations at the Grand Floridian, but during the remainder of our trip we stayed at my favorite resort, the Animal Kingdom Lodge.Being I had lots of down time during our trip, I took advantage of a few of the complimentary culinary programs offered at the lodge including a tour of two of their restaurants, starting in Boma, Flavors of Africa.

    The tour was conducted by a friendly African native who not only shared significant stories about the decor in the restaurant but also fun tidbits about her life and culture.

    The attendies were able to watch the chefs prepare dinner and got to sample a bowl of freshly made carrot ginger soup and one of Boma's famous Zebra Domes. I totally understand their fame, they are incredible.

    Culinary Tour of Jiko, the Cooking Place at the Animal Kingdom Lodge Walt Disney World Resort

    After we finished our sweet treat, we headed next door to the stunningly decorated Jiko - The Cooking Place and enjoyed samples of their fresh baked Poppy Seed Lavosh, Khobz, and Naan breads along with Bhuna Masala, Sagh Dahl, Moroccan Chermoula, and Kalamata Hummus dips.

    Cookie Decorating Activity at Boma in the Animal Kingdom Lodge Walt Disney World Resort

    One afternoon I even joined a group of kids and adults in Boma for a cookie decorating activity.

    We all were given freshly baked animal shaped cookies and the table was set with a few colors of frosting, mini M&M's, Mickey Mouse sprinkles, and gummy bears. Everyone had fun making their treats.

    Can you guess which cookie I decorated?

    Cake Decorating Activity at Kidani Lodge in the Animal Kingdom Lodge Walt Disney World Resort

    I also stopped by Sanaa at the AKL Kidani Village for a cake decorating class. I arrive pretty early and had a chance to chat with Donsie from Namibia and Tafadzwa from Zimbabwe. They were so sweet.

    Once again we were given frosting and candies but this time we had small animal shaped cakes to decorate.

    Being able to attend these three culinary experiences not only gave me something to do to stay occupied while Jim was resting, but gave me a chance to meet some really amazing people.

    Walt Disney World Treats

    The precious time my husband and I spent in the parks was filled with rides, restaurants and shows. I hadn't even been inside a single shop until the last day of our trip. I was hanging with Kim and her girls and we got out of the cold and spent some time watching Disney cast members create cake pops and other fun edible crafts.

    I was quite impressed with all the treats on display and was so inspired to make some of my own once I got home.

    Walt Disney Parks Kitchen Supplies, Mickey Mouse Silicone Mold, Oven Mitt and Cookie Cutters

    I couldn't resist buying a few new kitchen supplies including some silicone molds, an oven mitt, and some cookie cutters.

    Animal Print Mickey Mouse Lollipops are easy to make by painting candy into a silicone mold. Tutorial at HungryHappenings.com

    I used the silicone molds to create some lollipops inspired by my stay at the Animal Kingdom Lodge. I spent hours sitting on the balcony outside our room watching the animals roam the savana. My favorite where the giraffe and zebra, so I used their prints as inspiration for my own Disney themed treats.

    Animal Print Mickey Mouse Pops. Tutorial at HungryHappenings.com

    Animal Print Mickey Mouse Pops

    Ingredients:

    1 ½ - 2 ounces confectionery coating (Candy Melts) per pop*

    *Zebras = body - white candy melts
    stripes - black candy melts
    *Giraffe = body - peanut butter candy melts mixed with orange candy melts
    spots - light cocoa candy melts

    Supplies:

    Mickey Mouse silicone mold
    food use only paint brushes
    lollipop sticks

    Instructions:

    How to make Animal Print Mickey Mouse Pops. Tutorial at HungryHappenings.com

    Melt the confectionery coating wafers. I poured mine into glass jars and heated them on high in the microwave for 30 second increments, stirring after each, until melted. Then I set the jars in an electric skilled filled with water (enough water to go half way up the sides of the jars) and turned the heat on the lowest setting (warm.) This kept my candy coating melted as I worked.

    Use a food use only paint brush to paint brown spots for the giraffe

    How to make Animal Print Mickey Mouse Pops. Tutorial at HungryHappenings.com

    and black stripes for the zebra.

     

    How to make Animal Print Mickey Mouse Pops. Tutorial at HungryHappenings.com

    Pour melted confectionery coating into the molds creating a ¾ inch - 1 inch thick layer. You don't want these much thicker than that because they will be hard to bite into.

    Once filled, pop the molds in the freezer for about 10 minutes until the candy coating hardens.

    Mickey Mouse Silicone Molds make great candy molds.

    Turn the mold upside down and press down on the the back side of the mold, peeling the candy out.

    Allow the candy to sit at room temperature for at least 20 minutes.

    Learn how to make Mickey Mouse Animal Print Candies at HungryHappenings.com

    You can leave your candy Mickey's just as they are or put them on lollipop sticks.

    Learn how to make Mickey Mouse Animal Print Lollipops at HungryHappenings.com

    If you want to ad sticks. dip one end of a lollipop stick into the melted candy coating and set the wet end on the back side of a candy Mickey Mouse. To keep my lollipop sticks level, I found it best to set the dry end on top of another Mickey Mouse candy.

    Learn how to make Mickey Mouse Animal Print Lollipops at HungryHappenings.com

     

    These Disney themed treats will stay fresh for at least a month. You can wrap them in clear cellophane bags and tie them with ribbons to give as treats, or just dig in and enjoy.I hope you had fun reading about my Disney trip.

    My husband and I have decided we need a Disney do over vacation. I'm not sure where the Food Blog Forum will be hosted next year, but if it's Disney, I sure do hope to go again.


    Items used to make this project that are available on Amazon.com (commission earned for sales)

     

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    1. TheLittleKitchen

      April 09, 2015 at 10:04 pm

      These pops are adorable! Glad you had fun at FBF!

      Reply
    2. romanescu sinziana

      March 26, 2015 at 4:36 pm

      These are so cute...to cute to eat :)! Stopped by via Thrifty Thursday!

      Reply
      • beth

        March 26, 2015 at 5:54 pm

        Thanks for stopping by:)

        Reply
    3. Lisa@hooplapalooza

      March 25, 2015 at 2:09 pm

      awww man oh man oh man. what i wouldn't have given to go to this conference and meet you, Kim, & Jill! i could've crashed the party knowing i'm only 3 1/2 hrs away from Mickeyland. oh well, i'll just keep looking at all your pics and dreaming i was there while i eat an animal print mickey mouse pop in each hand...

      Reply
      • beth

        March 25, 2015 at 2:15 pm

        It would have been a blast to have you join us. We really did have a great time together:)

        Reply
    4. Sugartown Sweets

      March 21, 2015 at 7:15 pm

      I'm so excited to hear about your Disney trip/blog forum! Hate to hear your husband was sick, but sounds like you 3 Mouseketeers had a great time! The classes sound awesome and I love the idea of cookie and cake decorating classes..looks like yours would be the Rhino in the top right corner. My favorite resorts are the Port Orleans and Polynesian, but Animal Kingdom Lodge is at the top of my to-stay-next list. I mean..sitting on the balcony to watch the giraffe walk by..wow! And all the awesome food..and sweets..and rides..so awesome. Thanks for sharing the fun with us..love it all! And lastly, your Mickey Mouse animal print pops are adorable. Glad you are feeling better a.d Happy Belated 50th Birthday. 🙂

      Reply
      • beth

        March 21, 2015 at 7:30 pm

        Thanks!

        I sure did have fun with the other mouseketeers. Hanging with them was amazing and I can't wait to do it again. You picked out my cookie from the collage. It was fun to see how excited the kids were about decorating their cookies. I really enjoyed all three of the culinary activities.

        We stopped by the Polynesian one night but didn't get to see a room. I'd love to stay in one of their over the water bungalos. That would be pretty cool. I highly recommend the Animal Kingdom Lodge particularly if you like to go back to the room in the afternoon. The pool is nice, there are two hot tubs and so many animals to see, and they have lots of daily activities including the 3 food ones.

        I look forward to going back again soon!

        Reply
    5. The adventures of Jolly and Happy

      March 20, 2015 at 8:37 pm

      Wow what an amazing opportunity! Your talent is waaaay beyond my skills so I'm here to admire!

      Reply
      • beth

        March 21, 2015 at 2:09 pm

        It sure was an amazing opportunity. I'm happy you stop by and hope to encourage you to get into the kitchen and have some fun making crafty food.

        Reply
    6. Sarah @ Sarah's Bake Studio

      March 20, 2015 at 1:35 pm

      I love DisneyWorld. It's my favorite place. I would have loved to attend this food blog conference...next year maybe. I enjoyed reading about your adventure though, it sounds like it was a good time. I love the Animal Print Mickey Mouse Pops too! Pinned!

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      • beth

        March 20, 2015 at 2:17 pm

        Disney is one of my favorite places too and we sure hope to get a do over of our vacation sometime soon so my husband can actually enjoy the parks too. The conference is a must do for any food blogger lucky enough to get tickets. Thanks for the pin!

        Reply
    7. Michelle Clausen

      March 20, 2015 at 12:53 am

      Wow sounds pretty amazing! Well except for sick hubby part and so jealous you got to hang out with the best ladies! (Yourself included!!) And love those animal print Mickey ears!!

      Reply
      • beth

        March 20, 2015 at 1:35 am

        It was pretty amazing getting to hang out with Kim and Jill. I sure wish you could have joined in the fun!

        Reply
    8. The Partiologist

      March 19, 2015 at 7:40 pm

      Wow, Beth, I love how you incorporated the animal prints onto the Mickey Mouse pops! Only you would come up with that brilliant idea - maybe you'll have to send these to Animal Kingdom, they would make a great treat from that park! 🙂 I also loved hanging out with you and screaming in your ear during the roller coaster ride you convinced me to go on! 🙂

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      • beth

        March 19, 2015 at 7:50 pm

        You screaming in my ear on the roller coaster was one of the best moments of my trip!!!! It was so much fun riding with you and the girls. I do think these pops should be for sale at Animal Kingdom. I think they'd sell well:)

        Reply
    9. Jill @ KitchenFunWithMy3Sons.com

      March 19, 2015 at 1:52 pm

      Your pops are adorable! What a fun trip and it was so nice to finally be able to hang out with you and Kim. Hoping to go back very soon!

      Reply
      • beth

        March 19, 2015 at 7:49 pm

        It was so great meeting you too. I can't wait until we meet again!

        Reply

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