Description
Make your own Japanese Kohakutou Candy, also known as crystal gummies, at home with this simple and delightful recipe. These vibrant candies are not only fun to create but also offer endless possibilities for flavor and color customization. Perfect for parties, snacks, or unique dessert experiences, Kohakutou is made with plant-based ingredients, including agar-agar for a chewy texture that everyone can enjoy. This recipe is easy enough for kids to help with, making it a great activity for family bonding. Gather your ingredients and tools, and get ready to impress your friends and family with this homemade treat!
Ingredients
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- 6 tsp agar-agar powder
- 1 ¾ cups water
- 3 cups granulated sugar
- ¼ tsp flavoring (such as fruit extracts)
- Liquid food coloring
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by cleaning and organizing all ingredients and tools.
- In a saucepan, combine water, agar-agar powder, and granulated sugar; whisk until smooth.
- Heat the mixture over medium heat until it comes to a boil, then simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in your chosen flavoring and food coloring until well mixed.
- Pour the mixture into candy molds or silicone trays; allow it to cool at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- Refrigerate the molds for another hour until fully set.
- Unmold the gummies carefully and enjoy your homemade Kohakutou Candy.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- 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