Jellyfish Candy Platter (Print Version)

A vibrant jellyfish candy display with colorful gummies, decorative jellies, and ocean-themed sweets perfect for entertaining.

# What You'll Need:

→ 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 - Food coloring (optional: 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 sugar
09 - Food coloring (various ocean-inspired colors)

→ 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

# How-To Steps:

01 - Heat fruit juice and sugar in a saucepan over low heat until sugar dissolves. Sprinkle gelatin over the mixture, stirring until fully dissolved. Add food coloring and lemon juice. Pour into jellyfish-shaped silicone molds or suitable round and shallow molds. Refrigerate 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 baking dish. Chill for 30 minutes, then cut into seaweed or wave shapes.
03 - Arrange jellyfish gummies as the centerpiece on a large serving tray. Attach gummy worms and candy belt strips as tentacles beneath each jellyfish body. Scatter decorative jellies, rock candy, and candy pearls around to simulate underwater scenery.
04 - Keep the assembled platter chilled until ready to serve to maintain optimal texture and presentation.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Perfect for parties or as a fun dessert centerpiece
  • Easy to prepare with vegetarian gelatin alternatives available
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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