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How to Make Candy Sushi

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February 5, 2025 by Teach Mama 25 Comments

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Looking for a fun and delicious activity for your next birthday or April Fools Day party? Candy sushi is the perfect sweet treat that lets everyone get creative.

Gummy fish on Rice Krispy fake rice and rolled sushi made from Rice Krispies and fruit roll-ups with gummy fish in the center

This sweet candy sushi is perfect for a little tasty April Fools Day fun. Even my non-fish eaters enjoyed making and eating this fun confection.

Making Candy Sushi

What You’ll Need

  • Rice Krispies cereal
  • Marshmallows
  • Butter
  • Fruit Roll-Ups
  • Assorted gummy candies (Swedish Fish, gummy worms, etc.)
Rice Krispy Treats on wax paper with fruit roll-ups

Preparing the Rice Krispie Base

  1. Following the recipe on the Rice Krispy box, melt butter in a saucepan over low heat.
  2. Add marshmallows and stir until fully melted.
  3. Remove from heat and mix in Rice Krispies cereal until evenly coated.
Candy sushi with fruit roll-up "seaweed," Rice Krispy treat "rice," and gummy fish in the center

Assembling Your Candy Sushi

For Maki Rolls:

  • Place a Fruit Roll-Up on a flat surface.
  • Spread a layer of the Rice Krispie mixture over the Fruit Roll-Up.
  • Place gummy candies along one edge.
  • Carefully roll it up tightly, then slice into bite-sized pieces.

    For Nigiri:

    • Shape small rectangles of the Rice Krispie mixture.
    • Place a gummy fish on top of each rectangle.
    • Optional: Wrap a thin strip of Fruit Roll-Up around the middle to secure.

      Tips for Success

      • Spray your hands with a bit of cooking spray or rub on a little butter to prevent sticking while handling the Rice Krispie mixture.
      • Get creative with different types of gummy candies to mimic various sushi ingredients.
      • Prepare a variety of shapes and sizes to resemble different sushi rolls.

      Most importantly…have a great time making and eating your own Candy Sushi!

      Looking for More Great April Fools Day Fun?

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      • Easy, Super Silly April Fools Tricks
      • April Fools Candy Bugs
      • Fun and Easy April Fools Tricks for Kids
      • April Fools Fun – Three No-Fail Ways to Get Kids Laughing

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      Comments

      1. Leticia- Tech Savvy Mama says

        December 12, 2010 at 10:21 pm

        We are a sushi-loving family too and I love the idea of doing this on April Fool’s Day! Thanks for another awesome idea!

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      2. Elaine says

        December 13, 2010 at 9:40 am

        How fun!

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      3. Jessie C. says

        December 13, 2010 at 10:33 pm

        This is one creative way making fun sushi, love it.

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        • amy says

          December 14, 2010 at 6:10 am

          thanks, Jessie–certainly not an everyday food–but great for special occasions!

          Reply
      4. Brandy says

        December 14, 2010 at 1:45 pm

        That is so cute! I make sandwich sushi for the kids sometimes, out of all different ingredients (peanut butter and jelly being the favorite). You probably already do this too, but for others, here is a link to the way I do it…so easy. I didn’t originally see it here, but this is where google led me when I was trying to find the original site I found it on.

        http://www.wikihow.com/Make-Peanut-Butter-and-Jelly-Sushi-Rolls

        ps-I think we’re about sold on the Leapster Explorer. Know of any deals?

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        • amy says

          December 14, 2010 at 4:24 pm

          Brandy–
          THANK YOU! No, I’m not a sushi-sandwich maker, but I soon will be!! :*) Love it!

          Go and get the Explorer. I can only imagine it will be a hit at your house, too. No deals, but I’ll check w/ my friends at LeapFrog to double–check and will let you know.

          cheers, friend!

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      5. Kim Baqqi says

        December 15, 2010 at 1:55 am

        Amazing! I can’t wait to try this with mine.

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      6. Kim Baqqi says

        December 15, 2010 at 1:55 am

        Total eye candy.

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      7. Jackie says

        December 16, 2010 at 11:55 am

        Well, in my neighborhood, they’d rather eat deer meat (blah) than sushi… but I love sushi (and candy). Maybe I can swing all of my guys into at least candy sushi eaters!! Thanks for sharing. Your post was really helpful and easy to follow for directions.

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        • amy says

          December 16, 2010 at 12:32 pm

          Jackie–
          Thanks a ton for writing, and if you can’t get your troops to eat candy sushi, then they must be a tough group!

          Happy holidays, my friend!

          Reply
      8. Nona Mills says

        December 22, 2010 at 1:53 pm

        thanks, Jessie–certainly not an everyday food–but great for special occasions!

        Reply
      9. Calyn says

        March 17, 2011 at 9:59 pm

        I love this idea!!! We live in Okinawa, Japan now and of course sushi is a ‘norm’. My husband and I love them. Our kids are beginning to try by eating one everytime we have them. lol But this will be a wonderful treat for birthday parties and I plan to make a batch for my son to bring to his Japanese school to surprise all his classmates and TEACHERS one day! Thanks.

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        • amy says

          March 18, 2011 at 4:35 am

          Calyn!! SO cool of you to write–many, many thanks! PLEASE send a photo my way or link up on our facebook wall (http://www.facebook.com/teachmama) if you do make them!
          Cheers, friend, and wishing you the best over there in Japan. xo

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