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Strawberry Hibiscus Crystal Flowers

Intricate gelatin flowers with a strawberry hibiscus base, a creamy strawberry center, and a shimmering crystal glaze.

Ingredients

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  • For the Strawberry Hibiscus Crystal Flowers:
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, pureed
  • 1 cup brewed hibiscus tea, cooled
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tsp agar-agar powder
  • 1/2 cup water
  • Pink gel food coloring, as needed
  • For the Strawberry Cream Center:
  • 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp strawberry preserves
  • For the Crystal Glaze:
  • 1 cup clear apple juice
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp agar-agar powder
  • 1 tsp edible shimmer dust
  • For Garnish (optional):
  • Dried hibiscus petals
  • Fresh strawberry slices
  • Edible crystal sugar

Instructions

  1. 1. Combine strawberry puree, hibiscus tea, sugar, lemon juice, water, and agar-agar in a saucepan.
  2. 2. Bring to a gentle boil while whisking continuously.
  3. 3. Simmer for 1 minute until fully dissolved.
  4. 4. Add a small amount of pink gel food coloring for a vibrant floral color.
  5. 5. Pour the mixture into flower-shaped silicone molds.
  6. 6. Refrigerate for 2 hours or until completely set.
  7. 7. Beat mascarpone cheese, heavy cream, powdered sugar, and strawberry preserves until smooth.
  8. 8. Transfer the cream mixture to a piping bag and chill.
  9. 9. Combine apple juice, sugar, and agar-agar in a saucepan.
  10. 10. Bring to a boil and simmer for 1 minute.
  11. 11. Stir in edible shimmer dust.
  12. 12. Allow the glaze to cool slightly while remaining pourable.
  13. 13. Unmold the crystal flowers and place on a wire rack.
  14. 14. Spoon or brush the crystal glaze evenly over each flower.
  15. 15. Pipe a small swirl of strawberry cream into the center of each flower.
  16. 16. Garnish with dried hibiscus petals, strawberry slices, and edible crystal sugar.
  17. 17. Serve chilled.
  • Author: Chef Stella

Nutrition

  • Calories: 145
  • Sugar: 18 g
  • Fat: 5 g
  • Carbohydrates: 22 g
  • Protein: 2 g