Japanese Coffee Jelly Recipe – Japanese Special
Coffee jelly is a dessert crafted from black coffee infused with gelatin. Originally featured in British and American cookbooks, its rise to fame in Japan began in the 1960s when a Japanese coffee shop chain introduced the concoction known as kohii-zerii. Today, it is a staple found in numerous restaurants and convenience stores across the country.
- Prep Time5 min
- Cook Time5 min
- Perform Time5 hr 15 min
- Total Time5 hr 25 min
Japanese Coffee Jelly Ingredients :
- 1 tablespoon unflavored gelatin powder
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 cups strong brewed black coffee
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- Optional: Whipped cream
How To Make Japanese Coffee Jelly
Gather all the ingredients needed for the Japanese coffee jelly recipe.
In a small bowl, thoroughly dissolve the gelatin powder in water using a fork.
In a medium saucepan, combine the brewed coffee and sugar. Heat over medium-high heat until the mixture is almost boiling. Remove from heat and whisk in the dissolved gelatin mixture until completely dissolved. Allow the mixture to cool for about 10 to 15 minutes.
Pour the coffee gelatin mixture into a shallow baking dish, such as an 8- or 9-inch square dish or an 11 x 7-inch dish. Refrigerate until the jelly is fully set, which typically takes about 5 hours.
Once set, cut the coffee jelly into 1/2-inch cubes using a large knife.
Spoon the coffee jelly cubes into individual serving dishes. Optionally, top with whipped cream before serving.
