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Japanese Coffee Jelly

Cool and Creamy Japanese Coffee Jelly for a Guilt-Free Treat

This Japanese Coffee Jelly is a refreshing dessert that combines bold coffee flavor with a silky texture, making it a perfect guilt-free treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 6 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Jelly
  • 1 tablespoon gelatin powder Alternative: Use agar-agar for a vegetarian option.
  • 2 tablespoons instant coffee Use medium to strong coffee; avoid bitter options.
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar Adjust based on personal taste preference.
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup milk or heavy cream or whipped cream Substituting with a dairy-free creamer is possible for a vegan version.

Equipment

  • Small Bowl
  • Pot
  • whisk
  • fine strainer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Japanese Coffee Jelly
  1. Soak the gelatin. Place 2 tablespoons of cold water in a small bowl, then add 1 tablespoon of gelatin powder. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until it blooms.
  2. Prepare the coffee mixture. Heat 1 cup of water to boiling, whisk in 2 tablespoons of instant coffee and 3 tablespoons of sugar until dissolved.
  3. Combine the gelatin and coffee. Return the mixture to low heat, add bloomed gelatin, whisk for 2–3 minutes until fully dissolved.
  4. Pour and chill. Pour the warm mixture into cups or a mold, cover, and refrigerate for 3–4 hours until set.
  5. Serve with toppings. Remove from fridge and add whipped cream or other toppings before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gSodium: 30mgPotassium: 140mgSugar: 15g

Notes

Feel free to customize with your choice of toppings for an even more delightful experience!

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