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Matcha Jelly on a blue flower plate with kinako and red bean paste.
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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.
Course Dessert
Cuisine Japanese
Keyword dessert, green tea, Japan, Japanese, kanten, matcha
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time: 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings 4 Servings

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

  • Line an 8x8 inch (20x20 centimeter) baking dish with parchment for easy removal or set aside 4 heat-safe individual serving glasses.
  • In a small pot, whisk together the water, powdered kanten, and sugar over medium high heat.
  • 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.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the matcha and 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) hot water until smooth.
  • Whisk in the dissolved matcha until completely smooth. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and cool to room temperature.
  • 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.