How to Make Candy Sushi

by Christian DeMichiel / Dec 13, 2013 / 0 comments

How to Make Candy Sushi

 

SUSHICold Rice formed into various shapes and garnished esp. with bits of raw fish or seafood. Merriam-Webster Dictionary
CANDY SUSHI: Rice Krispie Treat formed into various shapes and garnished esp. with bits of Swedish fish or gummy worms. Christian DeMichiel

 

How to Make Candy Sushi

 

According to Bon Appétit restaurant editor Andrew Knowlton, “French was considered the best food, then Spanish took the torch, now it’s Japanese.’’ After years of drive-thrus, fast food burgers, and bacon, diners' tastebuds are now craving new options. Sushi has taken America by storm. In major cities, like New York, Sushi restaurants are regularly packed every night. Chefs from Japan have been brought to the United States to accommodate the excitement of this growing trend. 

 

Sushi making

 

SUSHI, first made in Southeast Asia, is definitely an acquired taste that takes getting used to. There are many variations like the Rainbow Roll, Spider Roll, California Roll, etc. As for me, I am not a fan of sushi. That was until I discovered CANDY SUSHI. No sour taste, raw fish or seaweed for this guy. I go straight for the sugar!

 

Modern sushi is made from cooked vinegar, rice, and different types of raw fish or other seafood.

 

Sushi

 

Candy sushi is made from Rice Krispies, Swedish fish, Fruit Roll Ups, and gummy worms. It is fun and easy to prepare but even better to eat!

 

Candy Sushi

Give this simple, kid-friendly recipe a try.

 

How to Make Candy Sushi

 

Ingredients:
•    1 Box Rice Krispies Treats        
•    1 Bag Swedish Fish
•    1 Package Fruit Roll-Ups
•    1 Package Fruit By the Foot
•    1 Package Gummy Worms

 

Supplies Needed:
•    Waxed Paper
•    Rolling Pin
•    Ruler
•    Sharp Knife

 

Preparation:
Lay out one sheet of waxed paper. Give everyone a Rice Krispie Treat and an assorted supply of candies.

 

How to make Candy Sushi

 

Procedure:

1.    Use rolling pin to flatten the Rice Krispie treat into a 2”x 5” square.

How to Make Candy Sushi

 

2.    Place one gummy worm and a Swedish fish on top of the Rice Krispie Treat.

How to Make Candy Sushi

 

3.    Trim the edges of the candy to fit the exact size of the flattened square.

How to Make Candy Sushi

 

4.    Roll the Rice Krispie square around the candies and stop once fully covered.

How to Make Candy Sushi

 

5.    Trim off the excess Rice Krispie square and set aside for later use.

How to Make Candy Sushi

 

6.    Roll like a log in your hands for ten seconds. Do not seal the ends.

How to Make Candy Sushi

 

7.    Wrap the log with a Fruit Roll-Up or Fruit by the Foot candy piece.

How to Make Candy Sushi

 

8.    Trim the excess Fruit Roll-Up and set aside for later use.

How to Make Candy Sushi

 

9.    Cut candy log into circular ½” slices.

How to Make Candy Sushi

 

10.    Take all of the excess pieces from trimming and make a super simple Nigiri-type Sushi by placing a Swedish fish on top of a small piece of Rice Krispie Treat. Wrap with a thin piece of Fruit Roll-Up candy.

How to Make Candy Sushi

 

11.    Time to eat your yummy, delicious treat. ENJOY!

How to Make Candy Sushi

 

There are many different creative ways to make Candy Sushi. Have fun, experiment and see what works! A great way to make your treats look even more authentic is to use (dyed) green whipped cream as wasabi or chocolate sauce to replicate soy sauce. Thinly sliced Swedish fish makes the perfect ginger.

 

How to Make Candy Sushi

 

While patrons are standing in line at all the latest Sushi restaurants, I will be enjoying the sugar rush from my Candy Sushi!

 

 

 

 

Christian DeMichiel is a member of the Youth Travel Blogging Mentorship Program

 

All photos courtesy and copyright Christian DeMichiel