Fresh Coconut Jelly Recipe (Melo Melo)

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4.4

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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • Additional Time

    6 hrs

  • Servings

    6 people

  • Course

    Dessert

  • Cuisine

    American

Fresh Coconut Jelly Recipe (Melo Melo)

Fresh Coconut Jelly (Melo Melo) is a chilled dessert combining coconut water and coconut milk with gelatin to create a soft, delicate jelly. Sweetened lightly with granulated sugar, this jelly sets into a creamy, tropical-flavored base. It's served topped with diced fresh fruit like mango and kiwi, adding contrast in texture and brightness to the smooth jelly.

Description

The recipe begins by blooming unflavored gelatin in cold milk to prepare for setting. Meanwhile, coconut water, full-fat coconut milk, and sugar are heated just until the sugar dissolves without boiling. The gelatin mixture is then combined into the warm coconut blend until fully dissolved.

After straining for smoothness, the mixture is poured into serving cups and refrigerated for 4 to 6 hours until set firm. The jelly achieves a tender, lightly sweet texture with refreshing coconut flavor. Just before serving, freshly diced mango and kiwi are added on top, lending natural sweetness and a fruity complement.

This dessert is best enjoyed chilled and stays fresh refrigerated for up to three days. The use of fresh coconut water and milk gives it a clean taste, typical of tropical and Asian-inspired desserts. It's straightforward to prepare with a clean, refreshing profile suitable for warm days or as a light finish to a meal.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • ¼ cup milk COLD, whole
  • 1 tablespoon gelatin powder unflavored
  • 2 cups coconut water 16 fl oz/480 ml, fresh
  • 1 cup coconut milk 8 fl oz/240 ml, full fat
  • cup granulated sugar 2.5 oz / 71 g
  • 2 cups Mango 10 oz/284 g, diced, or fruit of your choice
  • 2 kiwi diced
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