Cherry Blossom Raindrop Cake

Indulge in the delicate flavors of this cherry blossom raindrop cake that's infused with a subtle floral essence. This unique dessert is sure to impress at any gathering.

Instructions

1. 1

   Make the cherry blossom jelly: In a small bowl, combine the agar and sugar.

2. 2

   Pour the water into a small pan, then add the agar mixture and stir.

3. 3

   Cook over high heat until the water is boiling. Reduce the heat to low and cook for 2 minutes. Meanwhile, fill a large bowl with ice and cold water.

4. 4

   Move the pan to the ice bath, and chill for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

5. 5

   Rinse the salted cherry blossoms and soak in water for 10 minutes. Gently squeeze the flowers to remove the calyxIn.

6. 6

   In an ice ball tray, place the cherry blossoms in the bottom and pour the agar-sugar mixture over them. Chill for 15 minutes.

7. 7

   Make the milk jelly: In a small bowl, combine the agar and sugar. Pour the milk into a small pan, then add agar mixture and stir.

8. 8

   Cook over high heat until the milk is simmering. Reduce to the heat to low and cook for 2 minutes.

9. 9

   Move the pan to the ice bath and chill for 2 minutes.

10. 10

    Pour the milk mixture over the chilled cherry blossom layer in the ice ball tray. Cover with the lid and chill for 1 hour.

11. 11

    Remove the raindrop cake from the tray, and pour the brown sugar syrup over it. Garnish with matcha powder, if desired.

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    Enjoy! Raindrop Cake® is a registered trademark owned by Darren Wong

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