Coffee Jelly Drink (Print Version)

Bouncy coffee jelly cubes served in sweet creamy milk—a playful Japanese fusion twist for coffee lovers.

# What You'll Need:

→ Coffee Jelly

01 - 2 cups brewed strong coffee, hot
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 2 teaspoons unflavored gelatin powder
04 - 2 tablespoons cold water

→ Sweet Cream

05 - 1 cup whole milk
06 - 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
07 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
08 - Ice cubes, as needed

# How to Make:

01 - In a small bowl, sprinkle gelatin over cold water and let it bloom for 5 minutes.
02 - Stir sugar into the hot coffee until dissolved. Add the bloomed gelatin and stir until completely dissolved.
03 - Pour the mixture into a shallow dish or small baking pan. Let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 1.5 hours until set.
04 - Once firm, cut the coffee jelly into 1/2-inch cubes.
05 - In a pitcher, combine milk, sweetened condensed milk, and heavy cream. Mix well.
06 - Fill glasses with coffee jelly cubes and a few ice cubes. Pour the sweet cream mixture over the jelly cubes.
07 - Stir gently and enjoy with a wide straw or spoon.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to make with simple ingredients you likely have at home
  • Perfect combination of coffee flavor and creamy sweetness
  • Fun, bouncy texture that makes drinking an interactive experience
  • Can be prepared ahead of time for entertaining
  • Customizable sweetness and coffee strength to suit your taste
02 -
  • Bloom the gelatin properly for 5 full minutes to ensure smooth texture
  • Cut jelly cubes uniformly for consistent texture in every sip
  • Chill all components before serving for the most refreshing experience
  • Adjust condensed milk quantity to control sweetness level
  • Use a shallow pan for jelly to create the perfect cube thickness
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