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Matcha Jelly (Green Tea Jelly)

A recipe for Matcha Jelly (抹茶ゼリー, Green Tea Jelly)! A sweetened matcha mixture is set with kanten for a light and refreshing dessert.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Additional Time
2 hrs
Total Time
2 hrs 20 mins
Servings: 4 Servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Japanese

Ingredients

  • 2 cups (470 milliliters) water
  • 1/4 cup (50 grams) granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons (4 grams) powdered kanten
  • 2 teaspoons (4 grams) matcha green tea powder
  • 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) hot water

Instructions

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  1. Line an 8x8 inch (20x20 centimeter) baking dish with parchment for easy removal or set aside 4 heat-safe individual serving glasses.
  2. In a small pot, whisk together the water, powdered kanten, and sugar over medium high heat.
  3. Once the mixture comes to a boil and the powder has started to dissolve, reduce heat to a simmer and cook, stirring often (especially the bottom and sides), until the liquid is completely smooth, about 5 minutes.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the matcha and 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) hot water until smooth.
  5. Whisk in the dissolved matcha until completely smooth. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and cool to room temperature.
  6. Chill in the refrigerator for about 2 hours. Cut into 1/2-1 inch (1.25-2.5 centimeter) cubes if using the baking dish. Refrigerate until ready to assemble and serve.