Coffee Jelly Dessert Japanese (Printer-Friendly)

Soft coffee jelly cubes with sweetened cream offer a refreshing Japanese-inspired treat perfect for warm days.

# What You Need:

→ Coffee Jelly

01 - 2 cups freshly brewed strong coffee, hot
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 2 teaspoons unflavored powdered gelatin
04 - 2 tablespoons cold water

→ Sweet Cream

05 - 3/4 cup heavy cream
06 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, or to taste
07 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

# Steps:

01 - Sprinkle gelatin over cold water in a small bowl. Let stand for 5 minutes until gelatin absorbs the liquid and becomes soft.
02 - Combine hot brewed coffee and sugar in a medium bowl. Stir continuously until sugar completely dissolves.
03 - Microwave bloomed gelatin for approximately 15 seconds or heat gently until fully melted. Stir dissolved gelatin into sweetened coffee until thoroughly incorporated.
04 - Pour mixture into a shallow dish or square pan. Allow to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for minimum 2 hours until completely set.
05 - Remove set jelly from refrigerator. Cut into uniform cubes using a sharp knife.
06 - Whisk heavy cream with sugar and vanilla extract in a separate bowl until sugar dissolves and cream thickens slightly.
07 - Distribute coffee jelly cubes evenly among serving glasses or bowls. Pour sweet cream over cubes and serve immediately while chilled.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Its the perfect afternoon pick-me-up that feels like dessert but uses your morning brew
  • The texture contrast between silky cream and jiggly jelly is surprisingly addictive
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  • Gelatin needs hot liquid to dissolve properly, but boiling it can break down its setting power
  • The jelly needs those full 2 hours to set completely, otherwise youll end up with coffee soup instead of distinct cubes
03 -
  • Use a very sharp knife dipped in hot water to get the cleanest cuts through the jelly
  • The cubes can be made 2 days ahead and stored in an airtight container
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