π§ Light, colorful, and playfully textured β Anmitsu is a traditional Japanese dessert made with kanten jelly, sweet azuki bean paste, and fresh fruit. It's a refreshing summer treat thatβs both beautiful to serve and joyful to eat. Perfect for mindful indulgence or entertaining guests! πΈ
Ingredients
π΅ 1 tsp agar agar powder
π§ 300 ml (1 1/4 cups) water
π¬ 1 tbsp sugar
π 1/2 cup (75 g) strawberries or seasonal fruit, diced
π 1/2 cup (75 g) canned peaches or mandarin oranges
π« 100 g (3.5 oz) anko (sweet red bean paste)
π― 2 tbsp kuromitsu (Japanese black sugar syrup) (or use dark molasses)
π¦ Optional: small scoop of vanilla or matcha ice cream
Preparation
1οΈβ£ Dissolve agar agar powder and sugar in water over medium heat.
2οΈβ£ Bring to a boil, stirring continuously, then simmer for 2 minutes.
3οΈβ£ Pour into a shallow container and let it cool until firm (about 30 min).
4οΈβ£ Cut the jelly into cubes once set.
5οΈβ£ Arrange the cubes in bowls with fruits, anko, and a drizzle of kuromitsu.
6οΈβ£ Top optionally with a scoop of ice cream before serving.
Total Time
π Prep: 10 min
π³ Cook: 5 min
β³ Total: 15 min + cooling
Nutritional Value
π₯ Calories: 160 kcal
πͺ Protein: 2 g
π₯ Fat: 0.5 g
π Carbohydrates: 37 g
π§ Sodium: 25 mg
Advice
Use tropical fruits like mango or lychee for a fun twist and vibrant colors!
Status
A meditative dessert moment π§β¨ β jelly cubes, sweet beans, juicy fruitsβ¦ meet Japanβs Anmitsu delight! #AnmitsuJoy #JapaneseDessert #GrannyZenKitchen
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