Sweet Sushi
This is a sushi roll fit for young and old, fish-lovers and fish-haters, alike. It’s fun to eat and fun to make, and it’s not bad for eye candy, either.
To make Maeve’s candy sushi, you’ll need butter, marshmallows, Rice Krispies, about a half bag of chocolate chips or a bar of your favorite chocolate, and brightly colored licorice ropes—we prefer Starburst licorice, but Twizzlers Rainbow Twists are sometimes easier to find.
Start by making Rice Krispy treats and melting the chocolate. Lay out a piece of wax paper, approximately 18 inches long. Spread a generous layer of melted chocolate over the wax paper (to reach approximately 12 inches by 6 inches). Then set aside.
Spread Rice Krispy treats on a separate sheet of wax paper, pat to make flat and even.
Cut licorice ropes in half length-wise and lay them in rows on top of the Rice Krispy treat layer. Maeve recommends using 3 to 4 different colors to resemble the fun, colorful parts of sushi rolls.
Roll the Rice Krispy layer together length-wise and pack tightly to eliminate any air pockets. Then remove the Rice Krispies from the wax paper and place on the chocolate sheet.
Like rolling sushi, roll the sheet of wax paper around itself with the chocolate ends coming together. Twist the ends of the wax paper and place in the freezer to set.
After 20 minutes, remove from freezer and remove wax paper. Cut into rolls while frozen for the cleanest cuts, and display on your favorite Asian-inspired serving tray.
Enjoi!
February 27th, 2007 at 8:50 am
What a great idea. I have seen these little gems before but never knew exactly how to make them. Now I do. Thanks!
February 27th, 2007 at 9:01 am
Oh my, I don’t think I’ve seen anything cuter in my life. I love it!
February 27th, 2007 at 9:15 am
mmm. what a unique dish to bring to a sushi party! these babies sound tasty. thanks for yet another fabulous idea. you gals are the sweet ones.
February 27th, 2007 at 9:41 am
this is GENIUS. I’m totally trying it… thanks ladies!
February 27th, 2007 at 9:54 am
I LOVE IT, LOVE IT, LOVE IT!!! What a fun and inventive idea! Thanks for sharing. I think that I will attempt this weekend! I have to bring dessert to a family dinner…and this just might be the kicker:) Mmm, mmm, mmm!
February 27th, 2007 at 1:48 pm
JENNY J you make’em and I’ll eat’em! Thanks, girls!
February 27th, 2007 at 2:05 pm
I love these and I was never quite sure how to do it. Maeve, will you make these for Marie’s shower???
February 27th, 2007 at 3:44 pm
You better believe I’ll be making these sooner than later. Maybe tomorrow? Thanks for the instructions! This is one of my favorite YHO posts.
February 28th, 2007 at 4:31 pm
Joc…I will be sure to save you several:)
March 2nd, 2007 at 2:00 pm
I have had them years ago when Maeve was first inspired! Yummy!
March 4th, 2007 at 10:37 am
Another super cute idea I’ve seen that gives it that more “sushi’esqe” vibe is to use green fruit roll up in the place of the chocolate. This is also more delish for those of us that heart the sweet candy flavor over the chocolate:)