These crystal candies may look like gemstones, but they’re actually a traditional Japanese treat called kohakutou. Made with agar agar instead of gelatin, they’re crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside, and this version hides a fun jelly filling in the center. They sparkle and shine, and they’re surprisingly easy to make. Follow Ronica on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mymanabites/?hl=en">Instagram</a> @mymanabites for more recipe inspo!

Quick Info

⏱️ 255 min • 🍽️ 40 servings • ⭐ 81%

Nutrition

45 cal • 11g carbs

Tags

[Dairy-Free] • [Gluten-Free] • [Vegan] • [Vegetarian] • [Desserts] • [Snacks] • [Low-Calorie] • [Low-Sugar]

Ingredients

• Cooking spray
• 3 cups cold water, divided
• 3 tablespoons agar agar powder, divided
• 2½ cups granulated sugar, divided
• ¼ teaspoon lychee extract (or any flavor, optional)
• Food coloring
• ¾ cup jelly of choice
• Edible gold paint or gold leaf (optional)

Instructions Preview

1. Lightly coat silicone sheet molds (40 smal…
2. In a large nonstick saucepan, stir togethe…
3. Pour the mixture into the prepared molds (…

…and 5 more steps

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Recipe by: Ronica Rupan-Tompkins • From: Tasty