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.
This jellyfish candy platter was a hit at my last party everyone loved the colorful gummies and ocean-themed 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 My family always gathers around the platter sharing laughs and enjoying the playful treats especially the kids love the gummy tentacles.
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 candy platter brings a fun and colorful twist to any celebration offer a variety of flavors to please every guest.
Recipe Help & Answers
- → What alternatives can be used to gelatin for vegetarians?
Agar-agar can be used as a vegetarian substitute for gelatin, though setting times and texture may differ slightly.
- → How do I achieve the jellyfish shapes?
Use silicone jellyfish-shaped molds for the gummies and shallow molds for tentacles to create realistic forms.
- → Can natural colorings be used?
Yes, natural food colorings provide vibrant blues, pinks, and purples that enhance the ocean-inspired look.
- → How long should the candies chill before serving?
Allow the gummies and jellies to chill for at least 30 minutes until fully set for best texture.
- → What pairing suggestions complement the platter?
Refreshing beverages like sparkling lemonade or tropical punch pair well with the sweet and fruity flavors.
- → Are there allergen concerns to consider?
Check candy labels as some may contain gluten, nuts, or dairy; gelatin is also present unless a vegetarian alternative is used.