How to Make Candy Sushi with Rice Krispies

We have updated this post on how to make candy Sushi since we originally posted in 2011.  Making candy sushi is a fun way to trick the family on April Fools Day.
 
Smaller kids might be grossed out by the idea of raw fish, watch their frown turn upside down when they realize you are talking about rice krispie treats topped with candy and rolled in candy strips. 
 
Making candy sushi is a fun activity to do with the kids too.  If they have had the real thing before they will have fun rolling sushi..  You can make real California Rolls too. 
 
how to make candy sushi

 

As I was getting a few items at Target the other day I saw a book about kids snacks sitting in the Easter aisle. I briefly browsed through it and saw candy sushi.

I know this is not a new phenomenon but something I had not done before. Plus I thought it would be a great trick to pull on April Fool’s Day or HALLOWEEN SUSHI. 

My kids happen to enjoy some sushi, mainly California rolls so they, in fact, might be
disappointed to find these in their lunch boxes.

But those folks who might be disgusted by raw fish, will be pleasantly surprised.

candy sushi

Ingredients to Make Candy Sushi

  • Rice Cereal
  • Marshmallows
  • Fruit roll ups or by the foot–find all green for more realistic looking:)
  • Swedish fish, I found multicolored ones
  • Other candies, jelly beans, peeps etc.

HOW TO MAKE CANDY SUSHI

Start by making  your favorite rice krisipies recipe.  Allow to cool only slightly.

While still pliable, grab a handful and mold into your sushi shape.

close up of candy sushi rice crispies

FOR RICE KRISPIE SUSHI ROLLS

For rolls you may want to add the candy first and then roll them around it.

 

Use the fruit roll ups as you would the Nori–green seaweed around the rolls.

candy sushi on a plate with chopstickes

HOW TO MAKE CANDY SUSHI HAND ROLLS

 
For the hand rolls I think the larger fruit roll ups would work much better.

Your kids will love making them too.

 

 
 

HOW LONG DO CANDY SUSHI STAY FRESH?

 
Unfortunately, these only stay fresh a day or so.
 
sushi for kids

Ironically one of my friends emailed me about PEEPSHI .

I had never heard about it but pretty funny use of the peeps that are all around this time of year. Basically sushi made with peeps.

 

 

What other fun tricks do you have up your sleeve. Love to share links this week if you want to leave a comment!!

 

 

 

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9 Comments

  1. JustTammie on October 28, 2011 at 9:16 pm

    These are absolutely adorable.

  2. Krista @ While He Was Napping on April 1, 2011 at 5:52 pm

    This is such a cute idea! Thanks for linking it up last week! It’s been featured today and I’d love for you to come grab a button if you’d like one. Can’t wait to see what you have for this week!

    Krista

  3. Our Life in the Deep End on March 30, 2011 at 9:42 pm

    I am allergic to fish so I will so be making this sushi for family and presenting it as ” I made sushi” Found you through the hop, check out my blog!

  4. Michelle on March 30, 2011 at 1:14 pm

    Very cute!!! Stopping in for the hop! Have a great Wednesday.

  5. Mike on March 30, 2011 at 12:03 pm

    I almost skipped right by without reading since I don’t like sushi, but I’m glad I noticed your disclaimer lol! New follower from Coupon Scoop hop, gonna find you on Twitter and Facebook too! Would love return follows please.

  6. Kristen on March 29, 2011 at 3:29 pm

    That is so cute!

  7. Lyuba @ Will Cook For Smiles on March 29, 2011 at 12:17 pm

    This is too cool! I am going to make these for my hubby (he hates sushi) hehe. Can’t wait!
    Following you now 🙂
    Come see me too 🙂

  8. RambleSAHM on March 28, 2011 at 8:39 pm

    Awesome idea! I am going to have to try it out!

  9. Erin on March 28, 2011 at 8:33 pm

    Absolutely fantastic!!!! Love this idea!