Grass Jelly Dessert

Cool, creamy, and delightfully refreshing, Grass Jelly Dessert is the ultimate treat for hot summer days. This Southeast Asian-inspired recipe combines the herbal notes of silky grass jelly with the tropical sweetness of fresh or canned mixed fruits like mango, lychee, and longan. Topped with layers of rich coconut milk, a drizzle of condensed milk, a splash of homemade simple syrup, and a cooling spoonful of crushed ice, this dessert is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes, it’s perfect for a light, crowd-pleasing finale to any meal. Whether you’re a fan of unique Asian flavors or looking for a new chilled dessert idea, this Grass Jelly Dessert offers a perfect balance of sweetness, texture, and refreshment.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams Grass jelly
• 50 grams Sugar
• 200 milliliters Water
• 100 milliliters Coconut milk
• 150 grams Mixed fruits (e.g., lychee, longan, mango)
• 100 grams Crushed ice
• 2 tablespoons Condensed milk

Directions

Step 1

Cut the grass jelly into small cubes, approximately 1 cm in size, and set aside.

Step 2

In a small saucepan, combine 200 milliliters of water and 50 grams of sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely to make a simple syrup. Remove from heat and let it cool.

Step 3

Prepare the mixed fruits by peeling, slicing, or cubing them as needed. You can use canned fruits like lychee and longan, or fresh fruits like mango.

Step 4

In serving glasses or bowls, place a layer of grass jelly cubes.

Step 5

Pour a small amount of simple syrup over the grass jelly to sweeten it.

Step 6

Arrange the mixed fruits on top of the grass jelly.

Step 7

Drizzle 100 milliliters of coconut milk over the fruits and jelly.

Step 8

Add a spoonful of crushed ice to each serving to keep the dessert cool.

Step 9

Finish by drizzling one tablespoon of condensed milk on top for extra sweetness.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing grass jelly dessert.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	840.9 grams (840.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	479

Total Fat 4.40g	6%
Saturated Fat 2.30g	12%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 13mg	4%
Sodium 96mg	4%
Total Carbohydrate 108.30g	39%
Dietary Fiber 4.00g	14%
Total Sugars 96.60g
Protein 4.40g	9%

Vitamin D 3IU	15%
Calcium 347mg	27%
Iron 1mg	8%
Potassium 502mg	11%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 8.1%

Protein: 3.6%

Carbs: 88.3%