Easy Japanese Coffee Jelly: A Cool & Refreshing Dessert Recipe
Delicious Coffee Jelly: A Light Japanese Dessert
Coffee jelly is a favorite Japanese dessert that’s easy to make at home with brewed coffee, gelatin, and sugar for a refreshing after-dinner treat.
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Why You’ll Love This Coffee Jelly Recipe
- Quick & Easy: Prep in just 5 minutes with minimal ingredients.
- Refreshing Dessert: Perfect for hot days or after-dinner treats.
- Customizable: Adjust sweetness or top with whipped cream, condensed milk, or matcha syrup.
Ingredients for Coffee Jelly
- 2 cups brewed strong coffee
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 2 teaspoons unflavored gelatin powder
- 2 tablespoons hot water
- Whipped cream or sweetened condensed milk, for garnish (optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions
- In a small bowl, stir the gelatin into the hot water. Let it bloom for about 2 minutes.
- Meanwhile, pour the brewed coffee into a saucepan and warm gently over low heat.
- Add the sugar to the warm coffee and stir until fully dissolved. Remove from heat.
- Whisk the bloomed gelatin into the coffee mixture until completely incorporated.
- Pour the mixture into a shallow dish or individual molds. Allow it to cool slightly at room temperature.
- Refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or until the jelly is fully set.
- Cut the chilled jelly into cubes and serve in bowls. Top with whipped cream or a drizzle of sweetened condensed milk if desired.
Nutrition Information (per serving)
Calories: 43 kcal | Carbs: 9 g | Protein: 2 g | Sugar: 9 g | Sodium: 6 mg
Tips & Variations
- Stronger Flavor: Use espresso or cold brew concentrate instead of regular coffee.
- Vegan Option: Substitute agar-agar for gelatin (use 1 teaspoon agar-agar powder).
- Layered Delight: Alternate coffee jelly with sweet milk or matcha jelly layers.
- Presentation: Use clear glasses or molds for elegant coffee jelly cubes on display.
Enjoy your homemade coffee jelly and impress friends with this simple yet elegant Japanese dessert!
Coffee Jelly
Coffee jelly is a favorite Japanese dessert that's easy to make at home with brewed coffee, gelatin, and sugar for a refreshing after-dinner treat.
Ingredients
Method
- In a small bowl, stir the gelatin into the hot water. Let it bloom for about 2 minutes.
- Meanwhile, pour the brewed coffee into a saucepan and warm gently over low heat.
- Add the sugar to the warm coffee and stir until fully dissolved. Remove from heat.
- Whisk the bloomed gelatin into the coffee mixture until completely incorporated.
- Pour the mixture into a shallow dish or individual molds. Allow it to cool slightly at room temperature.
- Refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or until the jelly is fully set.
- Cut the chilled jelly into cubes and serve in bowls. Top with whipped cream or a drizzle of sweetened condensed milk if desired.
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