Coffee Jelly
A delightful and nostalgic coffee dessert that's cool, easy to make, and pairs wonderfully with creamy toppings.
Ingredients
Coffee Jelly Base
- 1 cup boiling water Hot water to dissolve ingredients.
- 1 cup cold water To cool down the mixture.
- ⅓ cup brown sugar Adds caramel notes; can substitute with white sugar.
- 3 tsp gelatin powder Use powdered gelatin; follow sheet-to-powder conversion if using sheets.
- 2 tbsp instant coffee Use a strong instant coffee.
Toppings and Garnishes
- Thickened cream or heavy cream For serving.
- Chocolate shavings, whole coffee beans, mint leaves, cocoa powder, maraschino or glacé cherries Optional garnishes.
Instructions
Preparation
- Boil 1 cup of water.
- Measure instant coffee, gelatin powder, and brown sugar into a large heatproof jug.
- Pour boiling water over the dry ingredients and whisk continuously until completely dissolved.
- Pour in cold water and whisk again to cool the mixture.
- Pour the coffee mixture into individual cups or a mold and cover.
- Place in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours or until set.
Serving
- If using a large dish, cut jelly into cubes before serving.
- Top each portion with cream and your choice of garnishes.
Notes
Store jelly covered in the fridge for up to 4 days. Do not freeze the jelly as it can affect the texture.