Japanese crystal candy

Make your own Japanese Kohakutou at home with this easy recipe! This popular Japanese gummy candy takes just 5 ingredients to make, and is gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan. The secret ingredient? Agar-agar!

Not only can these delicious treats be enjoyed on their own, but they look great as a decoration on cakes, cupcakes and other desserts.

Kohakutou is a Japanese candy made from Agar Agar. The jelly is shaped into crystals and develops a crunchy outer crust but stays chewy inside

Dakota Ovdan | Vegan Recipes on Instagram: "Crunchy on the outside and jelly in the center kohakutou is a unique and satisfying candy yet surprisingly simple to make! Have you’ve heard of this crystal candy? Follow @dakotaovdan for more interesting recipes. Kohakutou (Japanese Crystal Candy) Recipe Ingredients: * 2 cups water * 14g agar agar powder (1 tbsp + 2 tsp) * 3 2/3 cups sugar * 1/4 tsp candy flavoring or mint extract or 1/4-1 tsp of natural fruit extract * Liquid food coloring…

Japanese Crystal Candy is a beautiful agar-based candy that resembles crystals. The candy is easy to make, and no special equipment is needed.

The easiest and most yummiest candies I’ve ever made! To be honest it’s super easy and the hardest part is waiting for it to set.

What is Kohakutou? Kohakutou, meaning

Edible crystals, or kohakutou (琥珀糖), is a beloved traditional Japanese snack made from agar agar. With just three simple ingredients and a silicone mold, you can produce a large sheet of heart-shaped or mineral cluster-shaped edible crystals without breaking the bank, all for under $5.

This kohakutou recipe teaches you how to make popular Japanese crystal candies with agar agar powder, water, and sugar. You can also substitute water with juice, tea, coffee, or alcohol to make your homemade kohahutou candies colorful and flavorful.

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