How to make crystal candy

Make your own Japanese Kohakutou at home with this easy recipe! This popular Japanese gummy candy takes just 5 ingredients to make, and is gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan. The secret ingredient? Agar-agar!

The easiest and most yummiest candies I’ve ever made! To be honest it’s super easy and the hardest part is waiting for it to set.

Japanese Crystal Candy is a beautiful agar-based candy that resembles crystals. The candy is easy to make, and no special equipment is needed.

The easiest and most yummiest candies I’ve ever made! To be honest it’s super easy and the hardest part is waiting for it to set.

Dakota Ovdan | Vegan Recipes on Instagram: "Crunchy on the outside and jelly in the center kohakutou is a unique and satisfying candy yet surprisingly simple to make! Have you’ve heard of this crystal candy? Follow @dakotaovdan for more interesting recipes. Kohakutou (Japanese Crystal Candy) Recipe Ingredients: * 2 cups water * 14g agar agar powder (1 tbsp + 2 tsp) * 3 2/3 cups sugar * 1/4 tsp candy flavoring or mint extract or 1/4-1 tsp of natural fruit extract * Liquid food coloring…

Kohakutou edible jelly crystals have been one of my most popular and asked about recipes! This doesn’t surprise me at all because there is so much that you can do with them. I think a people like these Asian treats because when dry they become crunchy on the outside and stay soft gummy on the inside. These guys are so delicious because they’re mild, sweet and great textures. I’m bringing my update recipe here to make it easier to access and make. I’ve learned a lot since I launched it a…

Not only can these delicious treats be enjoyed on their own, but they look great as a decoration on cakes, cupcakes and other desserts.

Edible crystals, or kohakutou (琥珀糖), is a beloved traditional Japanese snack made from agar agar. With just three simple ingredients and a silicone mold, you can produce a large sheet of heart-shaped or mineral cluster-shaped edible crystals without breaking the bank, all for under $5.

Making rock candy at home is a fun science experiment that you can eat! You can experiment with different colors and flavors. It is a great activity to do with the kids. It is extremely easy to make using just a few ingredients. Remember though this is a science experiment more than it is an exact recipe. Sometimes you can do everything right and the crystals just don't behave, haha.

Catherine Zhang on Instagram: "Kohakutou aka crystal candy 🍭 this video took a whole two weeks to finish 💀 Stay tuned for an ASMR version 👀 Link to the recipe in my bio or here: https://zhangcatherine.com/kohakutou/ Have you tried crystal candy?! . . . #crystalcandy #kohakutou #candy #sweete #asmr #dessert"