How to Make Anmitsu at Home(Easy Traditional Japanese dessert)
Anmitsu is a traditional Japanese dessert made with Kanten jelly, anko, shiratama dango, and fruits. With jewel-like Kanten jelly and vibrant fruits, Anmitsu is an elegant and timeless classic wagashi dessert you can easily make at home.
Ingredients
For the Kanten Jelly
- 240 ml water(1 cup)
- 2 g kanten powder(1 teaspoon)
For assembly
- Shiratama Dango
- Anko(sweet red bean paste)
- Canned fruits like peaches, mandarin oranges, and cherries in syrup
- Fresh fruits like strawberries
- Kuromistu or maple syrup
- Fresh mint optional
Instructions
- Make Kanten Jelly: In a saucepan, whisk together water and kanten powder. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, then simmer for 2 minutes, stirring often. Remove from the heat and let cool slightly before carefully transferring it to the counter. I use a 6 x 6 inch food container. Since Kanten sets at room temperature, don’t wait too long after removing it from the heat. Refrigerate until fully set, about 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- Once set, cut the kanten into ½-inch cubes. I like cutting it directly in the container before removing it, and then remove from it, but you can do it the other way around if you prefer.
- Assembly: In dessert bowls, arrange kanten, Shiratama Dango, anko, canned fruits, fresh fruits, and mint. Drizzle the Kuromitsu over the Anmitsu and enjoy.
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