Pin it A fun, colorful, and kid-friendly holiday treat that combines chewy fruit rollups, marshmallows, and festive candies to mimic sushi rolls—perfect for parties or family gatherings.
I first made these for a holiday party and the kids loved helping to assemble their own sushi rolls.
Ingredients
- Candy Base: 3 large fruit rollups (red, green, or mixed colors) 2 cups miniature marshmallows 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Fillings & Decorations: 1/2 cup gummy worms or licorice laces 1/4 cup red and green sprinkles 1/4 cup small holiday-themed candies (e.g., mini M&Ms jellybeans)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Line a small baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- In a microwave-safe bowl melt marshmallows and butter together in 20-second bursts stirring after each until smooth.
- Step 3:
- Lay out the fruit rollups flat on a clean surface. If needed slightly overlap edges and press to seal forming a large rectangle.
- Step 4:
- Spread the melted marshmallow mixture evenly over the fruit rollup rectangle leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edges.
- Step 5:
- Arrange gummy worms or licorice laces in a single line about 1 inch from the edge closest to you.
- Step 6:
- Sprinkle with red and green sprinkles and add a few holiday candies for color.
- Step 7:
- Starting at the edge with the candy gently but tightly roll up the fruit rollup jelly-roll style into a log.
- Step 8:
- Use a sharp lightly greased knife to slice the roll into 1-inch sushi pieces.
- Step 9:
- Arrange on a platter and serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours.
Pin it My family especially enjoys making these treats together during the holidays creating special memories.
Notes
For a nutty twist add a thin layer of nut butter before rolling. Substitute vegan marshmallows for a vegan version. Use different candy shapes for other holidays or occasions.
Required Tools
Microwave-safe bowl Mixing spoon Parchment paper Sharp knife
Nutritional Information
Calories 110 Total Fat 1.5 g Carbohydrates 24 g Protein 0.5 g per serving
Pin it These fruit rollup sushi are a delightful and easy holiday treat thats sure to impress.
Recipe FAQs
- → Can I use different types of marshmallows?
Yes, vegan marshmallows can be substituted to make it suitable for vegan diets without affecting the texture.
- → How do you keep the rollups from sticking together?
Press edges slightly when overlapping fruit rollups and leave a border when spreading the marshmallow mixture to prevent sticking.
- → What candies work best for the filling?
Small gummy worms, licorice laces, mini holiday candies, and colorful sprinkles add texture and festive flair.
- → How should the roll be sliced for best presentation?
Use a sharp, lightly greased knife to slice into 1-inch pieces resembling sushi rolls for easy serving.
- → Can this treat be prepared ahead of time?
Yes, rolls can be refrigerated for up to 2 hours before serving to maintain their shape and freshness.