Make Your Very Own Crystal Candy With Silky Gems Viral Crystal Candy Recipe!

Bloom the Agar Agar: In your saucepan, combine ½ cup of cold liquid (water, juice, etc.) and 1 tsp agar agar powder. Let it sit for 5 minutes, allowing the agar agar to absorb the liquid and bloom.

Sweet Symphony: Heat the mixture over medium heat, whisking constantly, until the agar agar dissolves completely. Once dissolved, pour in the sugar and keep whisking until it's fully incorporated. Let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes, watching it transform into a thickened, light yellow syrup.

Shaping your Crystals: Pour the hot syrup into your lightly oiled container, ensuring it's about ½ inch thick. Now comes the fun part - customization! You can add a few drops of food coloring and swirl it with a skewer to create beautiful patterns. Want to add a flavor punch? A few drops of your favorite extract will do the trick!

Setting the Stage: Pop your container in the fridge and let the jelly set for at least 2 hours.

Unveiling your Gems: Once chilled, use a knife to run along the edges of the container, then gently remove the jelly.

Crystal Carving: Here's where you get creative! Cut the jelly into bite-sized pieces or get fancy and shape them into crystals. Don't be afraid to experiment - irregular shapes can mimic real gemstones!

The Great Crystallization: Place your creations on a parchment paper-lined surface. Now comes the wait! Leave them at room temperature for 3-5 days. Patience is key as they develop their signature crunchy shell.

Treasure Chest Time! Once your Kohakutou boasts a beautiful hard crust, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a month.