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Cotton Candy Sushi Recipe

4.7 from 69 reviews

Cotton Candy Sushi is a whimsical, no-cook dessert that resembles sushi but is made entirely with sweet treats. Using colorful cotton candy as the base, filled with rice crispy treats or marshmallow fluff, gummy worms, mini marshmallows, and fruity candies, this playful recipe offers a fun twist on traditional sushi. It’s perfect for parties, kids’ snacks, or anyone with a sweet tooth who wants a creative treat.

Ingredients

Cotton Candy Sushi Ingredients

  • Cotton candy (variety of colors) – 1 large sheet or approximately 50g
  • Rice crispy treats – 1 cup, flattened (or alternatively marshmallow fluff, 1 cup)
  • Gummy worms or licorice ropes – 1 cup
  • Mini marshmallows – ½ cup
  • Fruity candies (such as fruit chews or slices) – ½ cup
  • Chocolate or caramel drizzle (optional) – as desired

Instructions

  1. Prepare the base: Flatten the rice crispy treats on a piece of wax paper to form a compact layer. If using marshmallow fluff, spread it evenly onto wax paper to create a similar base that will hold the fillings.
  2. Stretch cotton candy: Carefully stretch a sheet of cotton candy over a clean, dry surface, being gentle to keep it intact as the outer “seaweed” wrapper of the sushi.
  3. Add fillings: Arrange gummy worms, mini marshmallows, and fruity candies in a line along the center of the cotton candy sheet, similar to how sushi fillings are placed.
  4. Roll the sushi: Gently but firmly roll the cotton candy around the fillings tightly, like rolling sushi, to enclose all the ingredients without tearing the cotton candy.
  5. Slice and serve: Using a sharp knife, slice the roll into bite-sized pieces. Optionally, drizzle with chocolate or caramel sauce for extra flavor before serving immediately as cotton candy dissolves quickly.

Notes

  • Work quickly as cotton candy is fragile and can melt with moisture or heat.
  • Use a sharp, dry knife to slice the sushi pieces cleanly.
  • Choose cotton candy flavors and candy fillings that complement each other for the best taste combinations.
  • This dessert is best enjoyed immediately due to the delicate nature of cotton candy.
  • For a vegetarian version, ensure all candies and marshmallows are gelatin-free.

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