Lychee Jelly
Delight your taste buds with this luscious Lychee Jelly—a refreshing and effortlessly elegant dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. Made with the delicate sweetness of fresh or canned lychees, this wobbly treat combines the floral aroma of lychee juice with the subtle tang of lime juice, balanced perfectly with just the right amount of sugar. The use of agar-agar powder gives the jelly a firm yet silky texture, making it a plant-based alternative to traditional gelatin. Quick to prepare with only 20 minutes of prep time and requiring minimal ingredients, this lychee jelly is a showstopper that will impress your guests. Serve it chilled in molds or elegant cups for a cooling, tropical escape. Whether you're planning a summer gathering or simply craving a light and fruity dessert, Lychee Jelly is sure to be a hit. Enjoy this easy, no-bake recipe that boasts both beauty and flavor in every bite!
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Ingredients
- 10 pieces Fresh lychees or canned lychees
- 500 ml Water
- 10 grams Agar-agar powder
- 50 grams Sugar
- 200 ml Lychee juice (if using canned lychees, use syrup)
- 10 ml Lime juice
Directions
Step 1
If using fresh lychees, peel and deseed them. If using canned lychees, drain and reserve the syrup.
Step 2
In a saucepan, combine the agar-agar powder with the water and allow it to soak for about 5 minutes.
Step 3
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring it to a boil, stirring continuously until the agar-agar is completely dissolved.
Step 4
Add the sugar to the saucepan and continue to stir until fully dissolved.
Step 5
Pour in the lychee juice or the canned syrup, and mix well.
Step 6
Turn off the heat and add lime juice to the mixture. Stir to incorporate.
Step 7
Arrange the lychees evenly in a jelly mold or small serving cups.
Step 8
Carefully pour the liquid mixture over the lychees in the mold(s).
Step 9
Allow the jelly to cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
Step 10
Once cool, refrigerate the jelly for at least 2 hours or until fully set.
Step 11
To serve, gently run a knife around the edges of the mold to loosen the jelly and invert onto a serving plate, or serve directly in cups.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (880.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 377.3 |
| Total Fat 0.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 35.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 94.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 88.9g | |
| Protein 1.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 51.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 333.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories