☕ Coffee Jelly Dessert Recipe

📖 Description

Coffee Jelly is a refreshing and slightly bitter-sweet dessert popular in Japan and other Asian countries. It’s made from brewed coffee, gelatin, and a touch of sugar, often served with whipped cream or sweetened milk. Perfect for coffee lovers, it’s light, wobbly, and a fun way to enjoy your favorite beverage in dessert form.

🍴 Ingredients For Coffee Jelly Dessert

• 2 cups strong brewed coffee (black, unsweetened)

• 2 tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)

• 2 tsp gelatin powder (or 1 packet, about 7g)

• 2 tbsp cold water

• Sweetened condensed milk, cream, or whipped cream (for topping)

📝 Instructions

1. Bloom the gelatin: In a small bowl, sprinkle gelatin over 2 tbsp cold water and let it sit for 5 minutes.

2. Heat coffee mixture: In a saucepan, combine brewed coffee and sugar. Heat until hot but not boiling.

3. Add gelatin: Stir in the bloomed gelatin until fully dissolved.

4. Set the jelly: Pour mixture into a shallow dish or individual serving cups. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until firm.

5. Serve: Cut into cubes if using a dish, or scoop directly from cups. Top with cream, condensed milk, or whipped cream before serving.

✨ Notes

• Adjust sweetness depending on your preference—add more sugar if you like it sweeter.

• Strong coffee (espresso or dark roast) works best for a bold flavor.

• Can also use agar-agar instead of gelatin for a vegetarian version.

• Chill overnight for the best firm texture.

💡 Tips

• Serve in clear glasses to show off the jelly cubes with cream on top.

• Try layering with vanilla pudding or ice cream for a fancier dessert.

• Use flavored syrups (vanilla, caramel, hazelnut) to give it a café-style twist.

• If using agar-agar, the jelly sets faster and firmer than gelatin, so adjust liquid ratio slightly.

👥 Servings

• Makes 4 servings

🥗 Nutritional Information (per serving, without toppings)

• Calories: ~50 kcal

• Carbohydrates: 12 g

• Protein: 1 g

• Fat: 0 g

• Fiber: 0 g

• Sugar: 10 g

• Caffeine: ~40–60 mg (depending on coffee strength)

(Toppings like cream or condensed milk will add more calories and fat.)

🌟 Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from coffee, which may support heart and brain health.

• Low-calorie dessert when served without heavy toppings.

• Boosts alertness & focus due to caffeine content.

• Customizable to be lighter (with milk) or richer (with whipped cream).

• ❓ Q&A

Q1: Can I make this without gelatin?
👉 Yes, replace gelatin with agar-agar powder for a vegetarian option.

Q2: How long can I store it?
👉 Coffee jelly lasts about 3–4 days in the refrigerator if covered.

Q3: Can I make it with instant coffee?
👉 Absolutely! Just use about 2 tsp instant coffee per cup of hot water.

Q4: Can I freeze coffee jelly?
👉 Freezing is not recommended—it changes the texture and makes it watery.

Q5: What’s the best topping?
👉 Classic options are whipped cream, condensed milk, or a splash of evaporated milk.