TROPICAL ISLAND DESSERT
In New Iberia, Louisiana, Ashely Walls makes this adorable island with instant pudding and blue gelatin. While teens can easily assemble this treat, younger kids may need an adult's help.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield 12-16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water. Stir in cold water. Pour into a 6-cup ring mold coated with cooking spray. Add 2 tablespoons gummy candies. Chill for 1 hour. Stir in remaining candies. Chill for 1-2 hours or until set. , In a bowl, whisk milk and pudding. Cover and chill until ready to use. , To make palm tree leaves, cut lime in half; remove and discard pulp. Place lime halves, cut side down, on a cutting board. With a pencil, sketch five leaves from bottom to top on each half. Cut out leaves, leaving center intact; make little cuts to create a palm leaf appearance. To create a base for the trees, turn disposable cup upside down; cut two small slits in the bottom. Insert a cinnamon stick in each slit for tree trunks. Break toothpick in half. Insert pointed ends into center of lime halves; insert broken ends into cinnamon sticks. , Unmold gelatin onto 12-in. serving platter. Place cup in the center of gelatin ring. Spoon vanilla pudding over cup, filling center of ring. Sprinkle with graham cracker crumbs for sand. Place allspice at base of trees for coconuts (discard allspice before serving). Garnish with blueberries and additional gummy fish if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 78 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 118mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.
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Bordy Epic
[email protected]I'm not sure if I did something wrong, but my dessert didn't look anything like the picture. It was still tasty, though.
CUONGCMS PHAN
[email protected]This dessert is perfect for a special occasion. It's sure to impress your guests.
wanss Yass
[email protected]I love the presentation of this dessert. It's so elegant and sophisticated.
Gregory Wright
[email protected]This dessert is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. The flavors are amazing and the presentation is beautiful.
ahmed shimul
[email protected]I'm not sure what went wrong, but my dessert didn't turn out right. The flavors were off and the texture was strange.
CheNanoDiablo
[email protected]This dessert was a bit too rich for my taste. I think I'll try making it with less cream next time.
MD shobhan Ali
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of tropical flavors, but I still liked this dessert. It's not too sweet and the flavors are well-balanced.
Jordan Sosaiete
[email protected]This dessert is perfect for a summer party. It's light and refreshing.
macabenlarbernardita Serrapico
[email protected]I love how this dessert looks. It's so colorful and inviting.
Miracle Manpower
[email protected]This dessert was easy to make and it turned out great. I'll definitely be making it again.
Badshah Khan
[email protected]I made this dessert for my friends and they all loved it. It's a great dessert for any occasion.
Dylan Caldwell
[email protected]This dessert is absolutely delicious! I love the combination of tropical flavors and the creamy texture.
naomi george
[email protected]I was disappointed with this dessert. The flavors were bland and the texture was mushy.
Gulnaz Gujjar
[email protected]This dessert was a bit too sweet for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I think I'll try making it again with less sugar next time.
Ethemba Ncomanzi
[email protected]I've made this dessert several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's easy to make and the results are always delicious.
Asif Zoray
[email protected]I made this dessert for my family and they all enjoyed it. The flavors were well-balanced and the presentation was beautiful.
Shahriar Ahmed Selim
[email protected]This dessert was a hit at my last party! Everyone loved the tropical flavors and the creamy texture.