Almond Jelly

Almond Jelly is a refreshing and delicate Chinese dessert made from almond-flavored agar-agar, served chilled for a delightful finish to any meal. This healthy snack is not only low in calories but also packed with the goodness of almonds.

Ingredients

• Almond extract - 1 teaspoon
• Agar-agar powder - 1.5 grams
• Water - 500 ml
• Sugar - 30 grams
• Almonds (sliced) - 20 grams
• Coconut milk - 100 ml

Steps

1. In a saucepan, combine the water and agar-agar powder. Stir well and bring to a boil over medium heat.
2. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and add the sugar, stirring until dissolved.
3. Remove from heat and mix in the almond extract and coconut milk.
4. Pour the mixture into a mold or shallow dish and let it cool to room temperature.
5. Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 2 hours until set.
6. Cut the jelly into cubes and serve chilled, garnished with sliced almonds.

Nutrition

• Calories: 130
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 5 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 5 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamin E from almonds, promoting skin health.
• Low in calories, making it a great guilt-free dessert option.

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