Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup of water
- 1/4 cup of sugar
- 1/4 cup of agar agar powder
- 1/2 cup of fresh raspberries
- 1/2 tsp of rose water
- 1/4 cup of honey
Special equipment needed:
- Raindrop cake mold or silicone mold
- Blender
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a saucepan, combine water and sugar. Heat over medium heat until sugar dissolves.
2. Add agar agar powder to the saucepan and stir until it dissolves completely.
3. Pour the mixture into a blender and add raspberries and rose water. Blend until smooth.
4. Pour the mixture into the raindrop cake mold or silicone mold. Let it cool for 10-15 minutes.
5. Place the mold in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or until the cake is set.
6. In a small bowl, mix honey with a little bit of water to make a glaze.
7. Remove the cake from the mold and place it on a plate. Drizzle the honey glaze over the cake.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 2 hours
Temperature:
Refrigerator temperature
Serving size:
4-6 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 80
Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Protein: 0g
Sodium: 10mg
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 18g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any other fruit instead of raspberries.
- You can use vanilla extract instead of rose water.
Variations:
- You can add edible flowers on top of the cake for decoration.
- You can make a lemon glaze instead of honey glaze.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to blend the mixture until it's completely smooth.
- Use a non-stick spray on the mold before pouring the mixture to make it easier to remove the cake.
Storage instructions:
Store the cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
The cake is best served cold and doesn't need to be reheated.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the cake on a white plate to highlight its transparent appearance.
Garnishes:
Edible flowers or fresh raspberries.
Pairings:
Serve with a cup of hot tea.
Suggested side dishes:
Fresh fruit salad or yogurt.
Troubleshooting advice:
If the cake doesn't set, try adding more agar agar powder next time.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to use clean utensils and equipment when making the cake.
Food history:
Raindrop cake is a traditional Japanese dessert made from agar agar powder.
Flavor profiles:
The cake has a light and refreshing flavor with a hint of raspberry and rose.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the cake as a light and refreshing dessert after a meal.
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