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Candy Crush Saga Level 553 Cheats, Tips & Video

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Level Objective

clear 36 jellies in 35 moves and get at least 100,000 points.

Candy Crush Saga Level 553 - Episode 38: Churro Canyon

Tips & Strategies

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Selectively target the licorice.

In order to remove all the jelly from Candy Crush Saga level 553, you'll need to destroy every licorice X in this level. Unfortunately, there are three separate rows of them blocking the flow of candy into the bottom areas of the board. Eventually, you'll want to work from the bottom, but in the beginning, look for a few matches to make in the middle and top rows. Clearing these areas will allow you to use the conveyor belts to your advantage and create special candies for later use.

Keep an eye out for special candy combos.

To destroy the jelly, you must first destroy the licorice. Horizontal striped candies are best for this task, if you can maneuver one into the right row. Bombs are virtually useless; vertical striped candies are much more useful, as they can get rid of licorice and mystery candies on the bottom. Before every move, look for chances to make color bomb s in the top rows. If one comes along, you don't want to miss it. Combine any color bombs with a striped candy as pictured to unleash maximum carnage on Candy Crush Saga level 553.

Target the corner jellies.

By far the most difficult jellies to get rid of will be the ones tucked away in crannies to the far left and right. These are very tough to match normally. At this point, once the majority of the licorice has been cleared, you can start making wrapped bombs if you haven't already to match with striped candies. These combos will wipe out the isolated nooks from afar. Making a wrapped candy is no easy feat, but it's well worth the effort if you want to take care of those more difficult jellies. Combine five or more candies in an L shape in order to make the wrapped candies you need.

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These Candy Crush level 553 cheats and tips to show you how to beat level 553 of Candy Crush. The goal of level 553 is to clear 36 jellies in 35 moves and get at least 100,000 points.

Level 553 Cheat #1: Selectively target the licorice.

  • In order to remove all the jelly from Candy Crush Saga level 553, you'll need to destroy every licorice X in this level. Unfortunately, there are three separate rows of them blocking the flow of candy into the bottom areas of the board.
  • Eventually, you'll want to work from the bottom, but in the beginning, look for a few matches to make in the middle and top rows. Clearing these areas will allow you to use the conveyor belts to your advantage and create special candies for later use.

Level 553 Cheat #2: Keep an eye out for special candy combos.

  • To destroy the jelly, you must first destroy the licorice. Horizontal striped candies are best for this task, if you can maneuver one into the right row. Bombs are virtually useless; vertical striped candies are much more useful, as they can get rid of licorice and mystery candies on the bottom.
  • Before every move, look for chances to make color bombs in the top rows. If one comes along, you don't want to miss it. Combine any color bombs with a striped candy as pictured to unleash maximum carnage on Candy Crush Saga level 553.

Level 553 Cheat #3: Target the corner jellies.

  • By far the most difficult jellies to get rid of will be the ones tucked away in crannies to the far left and right. These are very tough to match normally.
  • At this point, once the majority of the licorice has been cleared, you can start making wrapped bombs if you haven't already to match with striped candies. These combos will wipe out the isolated nooks from afar.
  • Making a wrapped candy is no easy feat, but it's well worth the effort if you want to take care of those more difficult jellies. Combine five or more candies in an L shape in order to make the wrapped candies you need.

Are you more of a visual learner? Watch this gameplay video for Candy Crush level 553 to help you beat the level. Notice the different strategies this player uses to improve your Candy Crush Saga game.

Candy Crush Level 553 Video

Level 553 is a Jelly level, one of five level types in Candy Crush Saga. Your objective is to clear 36 jellies in 35 moves and get at least 100,000 points. In order to complete a Jelly level, you must remove all of the jelly on the board. You remove jelly from the board by making a match with a piece of candy on top of the jelly. In the higher levels, you can sometimes get stuck on double jelly levels. On those you have to make two matches on top of a square of jelly in order to clear it from the board! We've got all the tips to beat jelly levels you need here at candy crush cheats!

How To Beat Jelly Levels:

  • Your only objective in jelly levels is to clear the jelly. That means you should only be worried about making matches on top of the jelly, and not other parts of the board.
  • If you can't make a match on top of the jelly, try using jelly fish! Jelly fish act like normal candies in that you match them with other candies of the same color. But when you make a match with a jelly fish, its will activate and swim off the screen. Then three new jelly fish will swim on screen and eat three jelly squares. For double jelly squares, this will count as one match. If jelly is stuck under a blocker that isn't licorice, the jelly fish will still eat the jelly from under the blocker.
  • Jelly squares at the top of the board and at the corners can be tricky, since these are the hardest spot to match candies. Watch out for these, and try to clear the board first.
  • When you clear all the jelly from the level, you will get a sugar crush. This will give you a ton of points.

Bonus Tip: Skip the Hint

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Quick Facts

Level
553
Difficulty
Medium
Tips Available
3
Video Walkthrough
Yes
Objective
clear 36 jellies in 35 moves and get at least 100,000 points.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the objective of Level 553?

clear 36 jellies in 35 moves and get at least 100,000 points.

How many moves do I have in Candy Crush Saga Level 553?

Level 553 typically provides between 15-30 moves depending on the difficulty. Check the top of your screen when starting the level to see your exact move count.

What is the best strategy for Level 553?

Focus on creating special candies like striped candies and wrapped candies. Combining these special candies together creates powerful effects that can clear large portions of the board.

Is Level 553 hard?

Level 553 is rated as medium. With the right strategy, most players can complete this level within a few tries.

What boosters help with Level 553?

The Lollipop Hammer is great for removing stubborn blockers. Color Bombs combined with Striped Candies can clear large areas. The Coconut Wheel creates striped candies that can help reach objectives faster.

Can I beat Level 553 without boosters?

Yes, all Candy Crush Saga levels can be beaten without boosters, though some levels may take a few tries to get the right candy combinations.

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