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Japanese Coffee Jelly

Delightfully Easy Japanese Coffee Jelly for Instant Refreshment

Delight in a refreshing Japanese Coffee Jelly, an easy, no-bake dessert perfect for coffee lovers.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chill Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Jelly Base
  • 250 ml boiling water Dissolves the gelatin smoothly for impeccable texture.
  • 250 ml cold water Essential for setting the gelatin properly without being too firm.
  • 50 g brown sugar Adds a rich sweetness; feel free to swap it with white sugar.
  • 9 g gelatin powder Choose unflavored gelatin for the best consistency.
  • 8 g instant coffee Offers a robust coffee flavor.
For the Creamy Layer
  • 1 cup thickened cream / heavy cream Imparts a luscious creaminess.
For Garnishing
  • garnishes (e.g., chocolate shavings, coffee beans, fresh mint leaves) Elevates presentation and adds delightful flavor contrasts.

Equipment

  • large jug
  • whisk
  • serving cups
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easy Japanese Coffee Jelly
  1. In a large jug, combine 8 grams of instant coffee, 9 grams of gelatin powder, and 50 grams of brown sugar. Pour in 250 ml of boiling water and whisk vigorously until smooth.
  2. Add 250 ml of cold water to the coffee mixture, whisking thoroughly to remove any gelatin granules.
  3. Carefully pour the coffee mixture into serving cups or a larger dish, tapping to release air bubbles.
  4. Refrigerate the coffee jelly for at least 3 hours, or until fully set.
  5. Once set, cut into cubes if in a larger dish or serve directly from individual cups. Garnish with optional toppings before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 20mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 10mg

Notes

Experiment with different garnishes and flavors to customize your Japanese Coffee Jelly. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

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