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Anything that Sponge Bob fans are going to eat, they’re going to love, and the Krabby Patty candy is no different, with its colorful, fun design that kids and even adults can enjoy. This gummy candy, branded with a signature iconic ‘mini burger’ mixes layers of fruity, chewy sweetness for a visually delicious treat. What if you were able to make your own version of Krabby Patty candy right at home? By making this copycat Krabby Patty candy recipe, you’ll now be able to make your own wacky, chewy candies that still smell delicious even when they’re spoiled!
In this post, I’ll give you step by step instructions on how to make these fun candies from scratch, with tips, serving suggestions, and substitution ideas for ingredients. Whether it’s for a kids’ party, a fun family project, or just to top off your candy cravings, these Krabby Patty candy treats will be a winner.
Copycat Krabby Patty Candy Ingredients
For the Gummy Candy Layers:
- For dissolving the gelatin, 1/2 cup water
- It’s 1/4 cup unflavored gelatin, giving the chewy texture.
- It’s 1 cup granulated sugar, which adds sweetness.
- The candy’s signature chewiness comes from 1/2 cup light corn syrup.
- For a tangy flavor, 1/2 teaspoon citric acid
- Listed food coloring – for creating colorful layers
- Strawberry, lemon and lime for each layer to flavor
For the Sugar Coating (Optional):
- granulated sugar in 1/4 cup—gives exterior of candy texture and sweetness
- gives the coating a tangy finish
For the Candy Assembly:
- To make the candy molds non stick cooking spray
- These Krabby Patty characters are set into half-sized ‘mini’ burger shaped molds or half sized circular molds to capture the candy’s shape.
Krabby Patty Candy Instructions
1. Prepare the Candy Molds
Begin by preparing you candy molds. Mist the bottom of the mini burger shaped molds (or the bottom of the circular molds if you’re baking each layer separately) with non stick cooking spray. This keeps the gummy candy from sticking and gives them an easier removal from the molds when they set.
2. Make the Gummy Candy Base
Rest the water, unflavored gelatin, granulated sugar, light corn syrup in a small saucepan. Over low heat stir until the sugar and gelatin is completely dissolved. Make sure to make sure to stir constantly not for the mixture sticking or burning. Set aside until dissolved when cool, then bring to a light simmer on medium heat and leave to reduce further. Remove from heat and simmer for about 2 minutes.
3. Divide and Color the Mixture
Divide the gummy candy mixture into three or four separate bowls, depending on how many layers and colors you want for your Krabby Patty candy. Each bowl needs different food coloring and flavor extract added so you can have colorful layers that look the Krabby Patty design. For instance, the ‘lettuce’ might be green, the ‘patty’ might be red, the ‘cheese’ could be yellow and the ‘bun’ neautral.
4. Pour into Molds
Mix the dark and brightly colored gummy mixtures carefully in the mixing bowl; drop colored and flavored mixtures into the pre-set designs of the candy molds. In the event you use separate molds for each layer, pour one colour into each mold. If you’re using just one mold for all the multiple layers, you will pour each layer one at a time, waiting until each has set a bit then pouring another layer.
A mixture of gummy candy and the syrup as directed, have the gummy candy set at room temperature for at least 1 hour, or refrigerate for 30 minutes for faster setting.
5. Assemble the Krabby Patty Candy
After the gummy layers have completely set, pry them straight out of the molds. But if you’ve been kind enough to make separate layers, just stack them all together to form a ‘Krabby Patty’ burger—From the bottom, the bun, up to the patty, lettuce, cheese and finishing with the top “bun.”
6. Add Sugar Coating (Optional)
Give the assembled candies an extra touch of sweetness and texture by coating them in a sugar/citric acid mixture. Simply mix the 1/4 cup granulated sugar and 1/2 teaspoon citric acid together, then lightly roll each Krabby Patty candy in the mixture for a tangy, sweet coating.
7. Serve and Enjoy
Your homemade Krabby Patty candy is now ready to be served! These candies make great fun to put in a goodie bag at parties, or as a movie night treat for SpongeBob fans of all ages.
Expert Tips For The Perfect Krabby Patty Candy
1. Use Quality Gelatin
The texture of your Krabby Patty candy relies on the quality of the gelatin. Don’t forget to use good quality unflavored gelatin so your chewy texture can look (and taste) nice. For a firmer gummy, I add an additional tablespoon of gelatin.
2. Don’t Rush the Layers
When creating the layered look of the Krabby Patty candy, let each layer set slightly before adding the next one. It keeps the colors separated and prevent one layer from merging with another. If you’re tight for time, refrigerate the layers to speed up the setting time.
3. Add Citric Acid for Tanginess
Adding a little bit of citric acid to the candy mixture helps give the gummies a small tang that mimics the taste of a lot of the store bought gummy candies. Don’t add too much, because it can lose its sweetness.
4. Grease the Molds Lightly
To make it easy to remove the gummy candies once they’ve set, use a light layer of non-stick cooking spray in the candy molds. Just don’t overdo it, as too much spray can be counterproductive in causing texture of the candy.
What to Serve with Krabby Patty Candy
Fruit Skewers
Pair your Krabby Patty candy with fresh fruit skewers for a fun and balanced treat. Fruits with natural sweetness like strawberries, pineapple and grapes are blended into the chewy candy giving a healthy twist to the snack spread.
Vanilla Ice Cream
For a delicious dessert combination, serve the Krabby Patty candy alongside a scoop of vanilla ice cream. The chewy gummies compliment the cool, creamy texture of the ice cream just right and it’s a refreshing treat.
SpongeBob Themed Party Snacks
If you’re serving the Krabby Patty candy at a SpongeBob-themed party, complement the candy with other fun snacks like “jellyfish jelly” sandwiches (peanut butter and jelly sandwiches cut into fun shapes) or “coral reef” veggie platters with dip. The snacks in these themed snacks will help to make the event even more fun and exciting.
Ingredient Alternatives
1. Vegan Gummy Candy
If you’re looking to make vegan Krabby Patty candy, swap the unflavored gelatin with agar-agar, a plant-based gelatin alternative. Without the use of ingredients of animal derivation, agar agar also offers a similar chewy texture. Agar-agar is different than gelatin — adjust the quantity of agar-agar accordingly according to the package instructions — it sets differently.
2. Natural Sweeteners
From a more healthful point of view, you can substitute granulated sugar with natural sweeteners like honey, maple syrup or agave nectar, which does impart slightly different texture and taste to the candy, but are much less processed than the traditional choice.
3. Natural Food Coloring
If you don’t want to consume artificial food dyes, you can replace them with natural food colorings extracted from fruits and vegetables. For example use beet juice for your red, spinach juice for your green and turmeric for your yellow. The natural options offer your candy a lovely color with no synthetic dyes.
4. Flavoring Alternatives
You can experiment with different flavor extracts to create unique combinations for your Krabby Patty candy. Mix things up a little and add some tropical flavors: coconut, mango, pineapple, or even mango coconut or coconut pineapple.
Why This Recipe Over Any Other
This copycat Krabby Patty candy recipe stands out because it offers a customizable, homemade version of the popular store-bought candy. Commercially produced candies often contain unnatural ingredients or flavors, which you can’t control with this recipe, whereas this recipe gives you the ability to select only the best ingredients, adjust the sweetness, and test new flavors and colors. Even if you like your candy a little less natural, full of real fruit juice and natural dye or a bit more fun, appropriate for the original, this recipe allows for complete creative control.
Bon.Appetit – Furthermore, this homemade version is more versatile than any other ordinary gummy candy recipe. You can choose the types of the fruit flavors, or whether you like a tropical twist or gummy texture to your candy layers. Plus, you get to make it at home, which is fun and satisfying in a way that store bought candy can’t match.
Why This Recipe Works for Any Occasion
This Krabby Patty candy recipe is ideal for a variety of occasions, whether you’re hosting a SpongeBob-themed birthday party, a family movie night, or simply creating a fun weekend project for the kids. With its playful design and use of colours, it’s sure to be an instant hit with children, but the nod to a childhood treat will be appreciated by adults too.
It’s a great family activity with the recipe being super easy to follow. Kids others can even help with pouring the layers or selecting differing colours and flavours so that they feel involved in the process. The candy can be made well ahead of time, and that means it’s a party-friendly option. This is where you’ll have to have snacks prepared in advance.
More Ways to Enjoy the Recipe
Krabby Patty Candy Cake Toppers
Use the Krabby Patty candy as a fun decoration for cakes or cupcakes. The colorful mini burgers are great edible toppers for SpongeBob themed birthday cakes or any dessert that could brighten up.
Candy Gift Bags
Package your homemade Krabby Patty candy in small treat bags and give them as party favors. It’s a great way to have fun with friends and family as you show off your candy making skills. You can even add themed tags or stickers on the gift bags to make it even more special.
Gummy Candy Kabobs
For a creative twist, thread the Krabby Patty candy onto skewers along with other gummy candies to create gummy candy kabobs. It’s also a fun presentation detail for kids’ parties, or a novel snack choice.
Why the Recipe Stands Out
This copycat Krabby Patty candy recipe stands out because it combines creativity, nostalgia, and a delicious gummy texture into one easy-to-make treat. It gives the flexibility of the flavors and the colors so you can make your own version of your own candy or your event.
By making your own Krabby Patty candy, you get to enjoy a homemade version of a store-bought favorite, but with higher-quality ingredients and the freedom to experiment with flavor combinations. The candy is fun and playful with kids in mind, but its unique, colorful presentation will also be enjoyed by adults.
See Also: Copycat Strawberry Cheesecake Reese’s
Nutritional Insights and Health Considerations
Each Krabby Patty candy contains about 60 calories per serving, with 0 grams of fat. While this is a low fat treat the recipe is high in sugar due to which the candy is chewy and sweet. If you’re cutting out sugars, experiment with natural sweeteners or simply add less sugar. This recipe is a healthier one when we use natural coloring and flavoring alternatives in them. For example, if someone wanted to avoid using artificial dyes and artificial flavors in the recipe, they could make it like this. And when you make the candy at home you can control portion size, so you can enjoy the treat in moderation.
In conclusion, this copycat Krabby Patty candy recipe provides a fun, hands-on way to recreate a beloved candy at home. These homemade gummies come out perfectly and whether you’re making them for a special occasion, a party or because you’re just craving something sweet, these will be a hit! Play with flavors and enjoy the creative process; these taste buds come so fast that you do not have enough time to fret about what to cook!
Ingredients
For the Gummy Candy Layers:
- For dissolving the gelatin, 1/2 cup water
- It’s 1/4 cup unflavored gelatin, giving the chewy texture.
- It’s 1 cup granulated sugar, which adds sweetness.
- The candy’s signature chewiness comes from 1/2 cup light corn syrup.
- For a tangy flavor, 1/2 teaspoon citric acid
- Listed food coloring – for creating colorful layers
- Strawberry, lemon and lime for each layer to flavor
For the Sugar Coating (Optional):
- granulated sugar in 1/4 cup—gives exterior of candy texture and sweetness
- gives the coating a tangy finish
For the Candy Assembly:
- To make the candy molds non stick cooking spray
- These Krabby Patty characters are set into half-sized ‘mini’ burger shaped molds or half sized circular molds to capture the candy’s shape.
Instructions
1. Prepare the Candy Molds
Begin by preparing you candy molds. Mist the bottom of the mini burger shaped molds (or the bottom of the circular molds if you’re baking each layer separately) with non stick cooking spray. This keeps the gummy candy from sticking and gives them an easier removal from the molds when they set.
2. Make the Gummy Candy Base
Rest the water, unflavored gelatin, granulated sugar, light corn syrup in a small saucepan. Over low heat stir until the sugar and gelatin is completely dissolved. Make sure to make sure to stir constantly not for the mixture sticking or burning. Set aside until dissolved when cool, then bring to a light simmer on medium heat and leave to reduce further. Remove from heat and simmer for about 2 minutes.
3. Divide and Color the Mixture
Divide the gummy candy mixture into three or four separate bowls, depending on how many layers and colors you want for your Krabby Patty candy. Each bowl needs different food coloring and flavor extract added so you can have colorful layers that look the Krabby Patty design. For instance, the 'lettuce' might be green, the 'patty' might be red, the 'cheese' could be yellow and the 'bun' neautral.
4. Pour into Molds
Mix the dark and brightly colored gummy mixtures carefully in the mixing bowl; drop colored and flavored mixtures into the pre-set designs of the candy molds. In the event you use separate molds for each layer, pour one colour into each mold. If you’re using just one mold for all the multiple layers, you will pour each layer one at a time, waiting until each has set a bit then pouring another layer.
A mixture of gummy candy and the syrup as directed, have the gummy candy set at room temperature for at least 1 hour, or refrigerate for 30 minutes for faster setting.
5. Assemble the Krabby Patty Candy
After the gummy layers have completely set, pry them straight out of the molds. But if you’ve been kind enough to make separate layers, just stack them all together to form a 'Krabby Patty' burger—From the bottom, the bun, up to the patty, lettuce, cheese and finishing with the top “bun."
6. Add Sugar Coating (Optional)
Give the assembled candies an extra touch of sweetness and texture by coating them in a sugar/citric acid mixture. Simply mix the 1/4 cup granulated sugar and 1/2 teaspoon citric acid together, then lightly roll each Krabby Patty candy in the mixture for a tangy, sweet coating.
7. Serve and Enjoy
Your homemade Krabby Patty candy is now ready to be served! These candies make great fun to put in a goodie bag at parties, or as a movie night treat for SpongeBob fans of all ages.
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