Save to Pinterest A whimsical and eye-catching candy platter inspired by the sea, featuring jellyfish-shaped gummies, colorful jellies, and ocean-themed sweets. Perfect for parties or as a fun dessert centerpiece.
I first created this platter for a summer party and it was a huge hit with guests of all ages who loved the unique sea-inspired theme.
Ingredients
- Jellyfish Gummies: 1 cup fruit juice (e.g., apple, grape, or berry), 2 tbsp powdered gelatin (or vegetarian alternative like agar-agar), 3 tbsp granulated sugar, food coloring (optional, blue, pink, purple), 1 tsp lemon juice
- Decorative Jellies: 1 cup coconut water or clear soda, 2 tbsp powdered gelatin (or agar-agar), 2 tbsp sugar, food coloring (various ocean-inspired colors)
- Ocean-Themed Candies: 1 cup gummy worms (for tentacles), 1 cup blue raspberry candy belts cut into strips, 1 cup rock candy (for coral), 1 cup candy pearls or edible sugar pearls
Instructions
- Prepare Jellyfish Gummies:
- In a saucepan, heat fruit juice and sugar 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 round molds for the body and a shallow mold for the tentacles). Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes until set.
- Prepare Decorative Jellies:
- In a separate saucepan, heat coconut water and sugar until warm. 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.
- Assemble the Platter:
- On a large serving tray, arrange the jellyfish gummies as the centerpiece. Attach gummy worms and candy belts as tentacles beneath each jellyfish body. Scatter decorative jellies, rock candy, and candy pearls around to resemble underwater scenery.
- Serve:
- Keep chilled until ready to serve for best texture and presentation.
Save to Pinterest This recipe has brought many smiles at family gatherings especially when kids get excited helping to arrange the jellyfish and decorate the platter.
Required Tools
Silicone jellyfish molds (or round and shallow molds), saucepan, spatula, mixing bowls, serving tray
Allergen Information
Contains gelatin (unless a vegetarian alternative is used). Some candies may contain gluten or nuts verify labels for allergens. Manufactured candies may be processed in facilities with peanuts tree nuts or dairy.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 180, Total Fat: 0 g, Carbohydrates: 45 g, Protein: 2 g per serving
Save to Pinterest This jellyfish candy platter is as delightful to the eyes as it is to the palate, making any occasion extra special.
Recipe FAQs
- → What alternatives can be used instead of gelatin?
Agar-agar is a popular vegetarian substitute that achieves a similar set and texture, though chilling times and firmness may vary.
- → How can I add vibrant colors to the gummies?
Food coloring in shades like blue, pink, or purple can be added to the fruit juice and gelatin mixture before setting to create colorful jellyfish shapes.
- → Can the platter be prepared in advance?
Yes, the gummies and decorative jellies should be chilled until fully set and can be assembled on the day of serving to maintain freshness.
- → What flavors work best for the fruit juice base?
Apple, grape, and berry juices provide pleasant, light flavors that complement the sweet and colorful elements of the platter.
- → How can I create the jellyfish tentacles on the platter?
Use gummy worms and strips of candy belts arranged beneath jellyfish gummies to mimic tentacles and add texture and fun to the display.