Description
Delightful coffee jelly elevates dessert time with Japanese-inspired sweetness, blending rich espresso and silky gelatin. Smooth, chilled cubes promise cool refreshment that coffee enthusiasts will savor with pure culinary pleasure.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups strong brewed coffee
- 2 packets (7g each) unflavored gelatin
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
Sweetening Agents:
- 1/4 cup condensed milk
- 2 tbsp vanilla extract
Topping Ingredients:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup chocolate shavings (optional)
Instructions
- Brew a robust, aromatic coffee using your preferred method, ensuring a strong and intense flavor profile.
- In a medium saucepan, sprinkle gelatin over the hot coffee and let it sit for 2-3 minutes to bloom and soften the powder.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat, stirring continuously until the gelatin completely dissolves and no granules remain.
- Incorporate granulated sugar into the coffee mixture, whisking until it fully integrates and creates a smooth liquid.
- Remove from heat and stir in condensed milk and vanilla extract, blending thoroughly to create a rich, sweet base.
- Pour the coffee mixture into a rectangular dish or individual serving containers, ensuring an even distribution.
- Refrigerate for 3-4 hours or until the jelly sets completely and becomes firm to the touch.
- Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form, creating a light and airy topping.
- Once the coffee jelly is set, garnish with the whipped cream and sprinkle chocolate shavings on top for an elegant finish.
- Chill for an additional 15-20 minutes before serving to allow the cream to set and flavors to meld together.
Notes
- Choose a high-quality coffee with deep, rich flavors to elevate the jelly’s taste profile and create a more sophisticated dessert experience.
- Bloom gelatin carefully by sprinkling it evenly over hot coffee, preventing clumping and ensuring smooth texture throughout the dessert.
- Experiment with alternative milk options like coconut milk or almond milk for dairy-free variations that maintain the creamy consistency.
- Control sweetness by adjusting sugar levels or using sugar substitutes like stevia for a more health-conscious version of the dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Brewing
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 40 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg