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Easy Coffee Gelatin Desserts

Easy Coffee Gelatin Desserts

These Easy Coffee Gelatin Desserts are a refreshing, flavorful treat that transform your favorite brew into a silky, jiggly dessert. Perfectly balanced in flavor and effortless to make, they are an elegant way to indulge while reducing food waste by using leftover coffee.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4-6 servings servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 90
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups strong brewed coffee
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 teaspoons unflavored gelatin powder
  • 1/2 cup cold water
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional garnishes: Coconut whipped cream, chocolate shavings, fresh mint, cocoa powder

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, sprinkle the unflavored gelatin powder over the cold water and let it sit for 5-10 minutes to bloom.
  2. Pour the brewed coffee into a medium saucepan, add sugar and salt, and heat over medium-low until dissolved.
  3. Remove from heat and whisk in the bloomed gelatin until fully dissolved.
  4. Stir in the vanilla extract and pour the mixture into ramekins or molds.
  5. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4-6 hours until set.
  6. Serve with garnishes like coconut whipped cream or chocolate shavings if desired.

Notes

Ensure to use freshly brewed coffee for the best flavor. Feel free to use agar-agar for a vegan version.