Vibrant Agar-Agar Dessert (Print Version)

An eye-catching agar-agar dessert with coconut cream layers.

# What You'll Need:

→ Jelly Layers

01 - 8 cups water
02 - 2 tablespoons agar-agar powder
03 - 2 cups granulated sugar
04 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
05 - Gel food coloring (red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple)
06 - 1/2 cup fruit juice per color (optional)

→ Coconut Cream Layer

07 - 1 can (14 oz) full-fat coconut milk
08 - 1/2 tablespoon agar-agar powder
09 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
10 - Pinch of salt

# How to Make It:

01 - In a large saucepan, combine 8 cups of water and 2 tablespoons of agar-agar powder. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly until agar-agar is fully dissolved. Add 2 cups of sugar and stir until dissolved. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
02 - Evenly divide the hot agar-agar solution into six bowls. Add a few drops of different food coloring to each bowl for a rainbow effect. Optionally, add 1/2 cup of fruit juice to each for natural flavor.
03 - Pour the first colored layer into a 9x13 inch rectangular cake pan. Refrigerate for 10–12 minutes, or until just set. Gently pour the next color layer over the previous one. Repeat, alternating colors, chilling between each layer, until all colors are used.
04 - In a clean saucepan, combine 1 can of coconut milk, 1/2 tablespoon of agar-agar powder, 1/4 cup of sugar, and a pinch of salt. Stir well and bring to a boil; simmer for 2–3 minutes until agar-agar dissolves.
05 - Let the coconut cream cool for 3–5 minutes, then gently pour over the final set jelly layer. Allow the cake to set completely in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
06 - To release, gently loosen the edges with a thin knife and invert onto a serving plate. Slice and serve chilled.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Bright and colorful layers create a festive and eye-catching dessert.
  • Combines fruity flavors with creamy coconut for a perfect balance.
  • Vegan and gluten-free, suitable for many dietary preferences.
  • Easy to make with simple ingredients and no baking required.
  • Great for summer parties or special occasions.
02 -
  • Use gel food colorings for the brightest rainbow layers.
  • Keep bowls warm over hot water to prevent jelly from setting too soon.
  • Pour each new layer gently to maintain distinct and even layers.
  • Chill layers just until set to avoid mixing colors.
  • Loosen edges carefully before inverting for perfect presentation.
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