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If you've got the tools for 3D jelly making, it's a breeze. But for those without, see how a simple straw can become your go-to!
The 3D jelly making trend is booming, making everyone eager to try their hand at injecting jelly and crafting flowers.
For those equipped with flower-making tools, 3D jelly is easy. But if you're tool-less, don't fret. Experience the joy of 3D jelly crafting by fashioning flowers and petals with... a straw.
Ingredients:
- For the clear jelly:
+ 800ml water
+ 100g sugar
+ 5g agar powder
- For the flower jelly:
+ 400ml unsweetened fresh milk (or coconut milk)
+ 80ml condensed milk or 70g sugar
+ 3g agar powder
+ 100ml cold water
+ Food coloring of your choice for creating flowers and leaves (green, red, pink, orange, purple...)
Tools:
- 1 straw, cut a short piece about 2.5cm, then sharpen one end to create flower petals.
- 1 syringe needle
Procedure:
Step 1: Making the clear jelly
- Mix all the clear jelly ingredients in a pot, heat and stir on medium until the agar completely dissolves, then turn off the heat.
- Remove the foam, then pour the jelly into your chosen molds or bowls. Set in the fridge to solidify.
Step 2: Preparing the colored jelly for flower creation
- In a pot, combine water and agar powder over medium heat, stirring until fully dissolved. Add fresh milk and condensed milk, mix for another 30 seconds, then remove from heat.
- Divide the jelly into small cups before adding food coloring. Just add 1-2 drops of food coloring to each cup, or more for a deeper hue.
- Place the colored jelly cups in a bowl of hot water to prevent them from setting before injecting to create flowers.
Step 3: Injecting jelly to create flowers
- Once the clear jelly has set, leave it in the bowl or mold. Take a round spoon and scoop out a circle in the center of the jelly bowl.
Important: Avoid scooping too deeply. This method helps ensure even petal spacing.
Now, draw the colored jelly into the syringe and inject it into the scooped hole. Insert the straw segment (diagonally) around the jelly hole, then insert the needle and gently press to allow the jelly to flow out into saw-toothed petals.
- Remember, when creating flowers or stamens, keep them within the confines of the scooped hole for balance. Gently wiggle the straw a few times before injecting the jelly; the colored jelly will flow along the cracks in the jelly mass.
- Layer multiple tiers to create multiple layers of petals.
- If using a knife, gently pierce the jelly with the tip of a small, pointed knife.
Insert the syringe before removing the knife and gently inject the jelly. Make sure to remove or blot any excess jelly that seeps out, keeping the jelly liquid enough for injection.
After crafting the stamens and petals, create milk jelly streams directly using the syringe. Use a spoon to remove any overflow and wipe clean with paper.
To achieve a full jelly cup without wasting the mixed colors, overlay the excess jelly to completely cover any holes, creating a layered jelly as shown.
Now, simply flip the jelly onto a plate, and you'll have a beautifully perfect 3D jelly just like you've always dreamed of.
Indeed, it's not as difficult as it may seem. Wishing you success with this delightful 3D jelly creation!
