Save 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 have fond memories making this platter with my kids, who love the vibrant colors and unique shapes of the jellyfish gummies and ocean treats.
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 This platter is always a highlight at family gatherings, sparking smiles and conversation with its creative ocean theme.
Notes
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.
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.
Save This jellyfish candy platter makes any dessert table unforgettable and delights guests of all ages.
Recipe FAQs
- → What gelatin alternatives can I use for vegetarians?
Agar-agar is a great vegetarian substitute for gelatin, though it may alter setting time and texture.
- → How do I create the jellyfish shapes?
Use jellyfish silicone molds or a combination of round molds for the body and shallow molds for tentacles.
- → Can I use different fruit juices for flavors?
Yes, apple, grape, or berry juices work well and provide distinct natural flavors and colors.
- → How long should the gummies and jellies chill?
Both gummies and decorative jellies require at least 30 minutes of chilling to set properly.
- → What candies are used for ocean-themed decoration?
Gummy worms, candy belts, rock candy, and edible sugar pearls create textures reminiscent of underwater scenery.
- → Are there allergen concerns with the candies?
Check candy labels carefully as some may contain gluten, nuts, or be made in facilities handling peanuts and dairy.