How to Make Kohakutou Candy (Japanese Crystal Gummies)
Create your own delightful Japanese Kohakutou Candy (Japanese Crystal Gummies) with this easy, five-ingredient recipe! These stunning crystal-like gummies are not only visually captivating but also bursting with flavor, making them the perfect treat for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a gathering, looking for a sweet afternoon snack, or wanting to prepare a thoughtful gift, Kohakutou Candy is sure to impress. With the unique addition of agar-agar instead of traditional gelatin, these gummies are vegan-friendly and fun to customize with your favorite flavors and colors. Enjoy the chewy texture and vibrant appearance that will leave everyone craving more!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 15 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cooking involved, requires heating mixture
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
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- 6 tsp agar-agar powder
- 1 ¾ cups water
- 3 cups granulated sugar
- ¼ tsp flavoring (fruit extracts or juices)
- Liquid food coloring
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by ensuring all tools and ingredients are ready.
- In a saucepan, combine agar-agar and water; stir until dissolved.
- Heat over medium heat until boiling, then simmer for 5 minutes.
- Gradually add sugar and stir until dissolved. Mix in flavoring of your choice.
- Incorporate liquid food coloring until you achieve the desired shade.
- Pour the mixture into candy molds or a baking dish and allow to cool at room temperature for 30 minutes before refrigerating.
- Chill for at least 90 minutes until set; then remove from molds or cut into shapes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece ~20g
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg