Coffee Jelly with Sweet Cream (Printable Version)

Soft coffee-infused jelly cubes served with sweetened cream. A refreshing Japanese-inspired treat for coffee lovers.

# Needed Ingredients:

→ Coffee Jelly

01 - 2 cups freshly brewed strong coffee (hot)
02 - 2 tbsp granulated sugar
03 - 2 tsp powdered gelatin (unflavored)
04 - 2 tbsp cold water

→ Sweet Cream

05 - 3/4 cup heavy cream
06 - 2 tbsp granulated sugar, or to taste
07 - 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional)

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Sprinkle gelatin over cold water in a small bowl. Let stand for 5 minutes until softened and absorbed.
02 - Combine hot brewed coffee and sugar in a medium bowl. Stir vigorously 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 small square pan. Allow to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for minimum 2 hours until completely firm.
05 - Remove set jelly from refrigerator. Cut into uniform 1-inch cubes using a sharp knife.
06 - Whisk heavy cream with sugar and vanilla extract (if using) in a separate bowl until sugar dissolves and cream achieves slight thickness.
07 - Distribute coffee jelly cubes evenly among serving glasses or bowls. Ladle sweet cream over cubes. Serve immediately while chilled.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Its like having your morning coffee and dessert in one perfect bite, but somehow more elegant than either alone
  • The texture contrast between silky cream and gently jiggly jelly makes each spoonful feel like a tiny adventure
02 -
  • Dairy cream will separate if poured over room temperature jelly, so keep everything chilled until the moment you're ready to serve
  • Cutting the jelly with a warm knife creates cleaner edges—just run your knife under hot water and dry it between slices
03 -
  • Make the coffee jelly up to 2 days ahead and keep it covered in the refrigerator
  • Pour the jelly mixture into individual serving dishes instead of one large pan for elegant single portions
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