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A collection of eye-catching desserts including colorful dessert sushi and sweet snacks.

Dessert Sushi

Delicious and visually appealing dessert sushi made with rice cereal and fresh fruits, offering a fun and forgiving dessert experience.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the sushi base
  • 6 cups cereal base (Rice Krispies or puffed rice) Trader Joe’s brand is a hero
  • 4 tbsp butter Use real butter
  • 10 oz marshmallows Vegan marshmallows can be used as an alternative
For the sushi filling
  • 1 strip fruit leather strips (strawberry or mango) These work like a dream
  • Fresh fruit: kiwi, mango, strawberries, banana slices (thin, dramatic) Choose your favorites for filling
  • Sweet rice or sweetened coconut Optional, for texture
For assembly
  • Melted white chocolate or jam Use for 'glue'
  • Sprinkles, sesame seeds, crushed pistachios For garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Melt the butter in a saucepan over low heat, ensuring it doesn't burn.
  2. Add marshmallows and stir gently until melted and smooth.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in cereal until fully coated.
  4. Press the mixture into a buttered tray using your hands.
Assembly
  1. Using the cooled rice mixture, roll out into flat sheets.
  2. Wrap fruit leather around the rice squares to form sushi rolls.
  3. Use melted white chocolate or jam to patch any holes.
  4. Garnish with sprinkles, pistachios, or sesame seeds as desired.

Notes

Dessert sushi is forgiving and perfect for gatherings. Feel free to mix and match fruits and toppings. This dessert also stores well in an airtight container.