Jellyfish Candy Platter (Printable)

A vibrant platter featuring jellyfish-shaped gummies and ocean-inspired sweets, ideal for festive gatherings.

# Ingredient list:

→ Jellyfish Gummies

01 - 1 cup fruit juice (apple, grape, or berry)
02 - 2 tablespoons powdered gelatin or agar-agar
03 - 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
04 - Optional food coloring (blue, pink, purple)
05 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice

→ Decorative Jellies

06 - 1 cup coconut water or clear soda
07 - 2 tablespoons powdered gelatin or agar-agar
08 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
09 - Food coloring in ocean-inspired hues

→ Ocean-Themed Candies

10 - 1 cup gummy worms
11 - 1 cup blue raspberry candy belts, cut into strips
12 - 1 cup rock candy
13 - 1 cup candy pearls or edible sugar pearls

# Cooking steps:

01 - Heat fruit juice and sugar in a saucepan over low heat until sugar dissolves. Sprinkle gelatin over the mixture and stir until fully dissolved. Add food coloring and lemon juice. Pour into jellyfish-shaped silicone molds or equivalent. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes until set.
02 - Warm coconut water and sugar in a separate saucepan. Stir in gelatin and desired food coloring. Pour into shallow molds or a baking dish. Chill for 30 minutes, then cut into seaweed or wave shapes.
03 - Arrange jellyfish gummies centrally on a large serving tray. Attach gummy worms and candy belts beneath each jellyfish body to mimic tentacles. Scatter decorative jellies, rock candy, and candy pearls around to simulate underwater scenery.
04 - Keep the platter chilled until serving to maintain texture and visual appeal.

# Expert advice:

01 -
  • One-pot meal
  • Freezer-friendly
02 -
  • For a vegetarian version, use agar-agar instead of gelatin note that setting times and texture may vary.
  • Use a variety of fruit juices and natural food colorings for different flavors and vibrant colors.
03 -
  • Add sour sugar for extra tang or sprinkle with edible glitter for a magical effect.
  • Pair with sparkling lemonade or a tropical punch for a festive touch.
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