Bouncy Grape Cluster Jelly: Homemade Delight
Bouncy Grape Cluster Jelly: Homemade Delight
Discover the delightful ‘Grape Cluster Jelly’, featuring a wonderfully bouncy texture from konjac and a refreshing grape flavor! Its charming grape-like appearance is a feast for the eyes, making it perfect as a delightful snack for children or an elegant dessert for your next home party. Learn how to easily create this sophisticated dessert at home, with detailed steps to achieve that perfect chewy texture and a visual treat that will surely make your mouth water!
Ingredients for Grape Cluster Jelly- 1 packet Konjac Powder (approx. 15g)
- 1 Tbsp Edible Food Coloring (natural, purple hue)
- 1 packet Blue Made Agar Agar Jelly Mix (Grape Flavor)
- Round Jelly Molds
- Approximately 20 Toothpicks
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Prepare all the necessary ingredients for making the Grape Cluster Jelly.
Step 2
First, let’s make the base for the ‘grape pearls’. In a pot, combine 300ml of cold water with 1 packet of konjac powder and 1 tablespoon of natural food coloring (purple) that has been pre-dissolved in a little water. Stir well to prevent lumps. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then continue to simmer for about 1 minute to fully cook the konjac powder.
Step 3
Carefully pour the hot konjac mixture into clear jelly molds or a suitable container. Using a tray will make it easier to place and remove from the refrigerator. Once it has cooled down completely, let it set in the refrigerator for about 1 hour. It’s important for the jelly to be firm so you can shape it later.
Step 4
Gently remove the well-set konjac jelly from the mold. To create the grape cluster shape, cut the jelly into bite-sized cubes or shape them into round balls that are easy to handle. Using a knife or a scoop can be helpful here.
Step 5
Now, it’s time to create the ‘grape cluster stem’. In a separate pot, add 200ml of cold water, then stir in 1 packet of Blue Made Agar Agar Jelly Mix (grape flavor) and 3g of konjac powder, ensuring no lumps form. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then simmer for about 1 minute until the jelly mix is completely dissolved.
Step 6
Carefully pour the hot, melted jelly mixture into round jelly molds designed for creating small spheres. If you don’t have these molds, you can use a small spoon to drop small ‘pearls’ of jelly. Once the molds are filled, return them to the refrigerator for about 1 hour to set, creating small, spherical grape pearls.
Step 7
Finally, the assembly! Using toothpicks, carefully attach the small, round grape jellies onto the larger, cubed konjac jelly (which will form the stem of the cluster). Arrange them naturally to resemble a real bunch of grapes for the most appealing look. Your unique and delicious Grape Cluster Jelly is now complete – a treat for both the eyes and the palate!
