Water Cakes
Discover the delicate beauty of Water Cakes, a Japanese-inspired dessert that’s as mesmerizing as it is light and refreshing. Made with just a few simple ingredients—water, agar-agar powder, and a touch of sugar—these translucent, jelly-like cakes are a feast for the eyes and a joy for the palate. Serve them with a sprinkle of nutty kinako (roasted soybean flour) or powdered sugar, and a drizzle of rich kuromitsu (black sugar syrup) or honey for an authentic flavor pairing. Ready in just a few steps with minimal prep time, these elegant treats are perfect for impressing guests or indulging in a guilt-free dessert. Best enjoyed fresh, Water Cakes are a unique and ethereal addition to any dessert repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 ml Water
- 1 teaspoon Agar-agar powder
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons Kinako (roasted soybean flour) or powdered sugar (optional for topping)
- 2 tablespoons Kuromitsu (black sugar syrup) or honey (optional for drizzling)
Instructions
In a small saucepan, combine 500 ml of water with 1 teaspoon of agar-agar powder. Stir well to dissolve the powder completely.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a light boil, stirring continuously to prevent clumps.
Once the mixture comes to a boil, add 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar and continue stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved. Simmer for 1-2 minutes while stirring.
Turn off the heat and carefully pour the liquid into round silicone molds, filling each mold evenly.
Allow the molds to cool at room temperature for 10-15 minutes, then transfer them to the refrigerator. Let the water cakes set completely for at least 2 hours.
Once the water cakes have fully firmed up, gently remove them from the molds by lightly pressing the bottom to release them.
Serve the water cakes on a plate. For added flavor, sprinkle a small amount of kinako or powdered sugar on top and drizzle with kuromitsu or honey.
Enjoy the delicate and refreshing texture of water cakes immediately. They are best consumed on the same day for optimal taste and texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
240 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.5 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.7 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 25 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.0 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.1 g | ||
| Protein | 7.9 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 76 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 261 mg | 6% | |
*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.
