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    Home » Recipes » Dessert » Japanese Strawberry Raindrop Cake

    Japanese Strawberry Raindrop Cake

    Last Modified: November 2, 2020 - Published by: christieathome - Comments: 12 Comments

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    Japanese Strawberry Raindrop Cake. Light, refreshing, captivating and delicious when paired with a brown maple syrup. This dessert is vegan.

    This 4-ingredient raindrop cake recipe will impress your guests and is pretty simple to make as long as you follow all the instructions.

    japanese raindrop cake

    This is a very simple dessert to make and it originates all the way from Japan. And now you can have raindrop cake at home! If you're not a fan of strawberries, you can easily swap out the fruit for what you desire!

    I also share many other jelly like recipes below so please check them out!

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    japanese strawberry raindrop cake

    This recipe was also adapted from Kirbie's Craving's Raindrop Cake! She has so many amazing recipes and I hope you check out her blog! I made my version much simpler by using maple syrup so you can keep the ingredients to a minimal!

    What does a raindrop cake taste like?

    This dessert is very light and the jelly part is very soft and neutral tasting but when paired with maple syrup, it is such a delight!

    Watch how I made this!

    https://www.tiktok.com/@christieathome/video/6849483724782849285?language=en&sec_uid=MS4wLjABAAAAPjM5mJbGdOniYB4J3j9qrvOHUdIUyofGCtOD2gojJfqaDLYHdhArnF_3scZqgXYR&u_code=d8d9571el308b4&utm_campaign=client_share&app=musically&utm_medium=ios&user_id=6740558625637581829&tt_from=more&utm_source=more&source=h5_m

    For this recipe

    You will need the following Raindrop cake ingredients for 1 serving :

    ¾ water
    ⅛ tsp + 1/16 tsp agar agar powder
    1 strawberry
    Maple syrup, as much as desired

    Required: a round bottom cup or a dome shaped mold (I share where to purchase the one I used below):

    What kind of Agar Agar Powder do you use?

    I use this one linked below that you can purchase off Amazon.

    Tips

    • Always whisk your agar agar powder with your water before you bring it to boil. This allows for an even distribution of the powder to the water.
    • Bring the liquid to a high boil, then reduce your heat to medium and boil for 1 minute and no more than that. The timing must be exact.
    • Make sure your mold or cup is dry
    • If you're using a silicone mold, make sure to rest it on a flat base so you can transfer to the fridge easily without spilling the jelly liquid
    • Place your fruit in the center of the mold and make sure it's also dry so the liquid can stick to the fruit well.
    • Allow your jelly liquid to cool a bit because you don't want to boil your fruit. I usually cool my pot down in a sink filled with cold water for 5 minutes but no more than that or it'll solidify.
    • Once you pour your liquid, allow it to rest for 5 minutes then transfer to the fridge.
    • Refrigerate overnight and when removing it from your mold or cup, be very gently. It should literally slip out because it's so smooth and soft.
    • Also this dessert is VERY slippery! So make sure you're plate it on a plate or bowl with edges to keep it from falling on the floor like I did.

    Give it a try!

    Well I hope you give my Japanese Strawberry Raindrop Cake recipe a try! It always excites me when you guys make my recipes and I hope this is one you try.

    Thanks for visiting my blog! If you enjoyed this raindrop cake easy recipe, please share it with your family and friends or on social media! Take a picture if you've made my recipe and tag me on Instagram @christieathome in your feed or stories so I can share your creation in my stories with credits to you!

    Made this recipe and loved it?

    If you could leave a star rating for my raindrop jelly cake recipe, I would greatly appreciate it 🙂 Thanks so much!

    Take care,
    Christie

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    japanese strawberry raindrop cake

    Japanese Strawberry Raindrop Cake (Vegan)

    christieathome
    Japanese Strawberry Raindrop Cake. Light, refreshing, captivating and delicious when paired with a brown maple syrup. This dessert is vegan.
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    Prep Time 30 mins
    Cook Time 1 min
    Chilling time 3 hrs
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine Japanese
    Servings 1
    Calories per serving 58 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • ¾ water
    • ⅛+ 1/16 tsp agar agar powder
    • 1 strawberry
    • 1 tbsp Maple syrup or as needed

    Instructions
     

    • In a small pot, whisk together your water and agar agar powder well. Then bring it to a boil. Quickly reduce it to medium heat, and allow this to simmer for 1 minute and no more than that. The timing needs to be exact or the jelly will be too hard. Do not cover your pot.
    • Allow your pot of liquid jelly to cool in sink filled with cold water or 5 minutes. But no more than that, or it'll solidify and you will need to reboil it again.
    • Place your strawberry in the center of the mold or cup.
    • Pour your liquid jelly over top. Allow this to rest for 5 minutes.
    • Transfer to the fridge and allow this to chill overnight or at least 3-4 hours.
    • Serve with maple syrup and enjoy!
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    Suggested Equipment & Products

    Extra Large 5-Cavity Semi Sphere Silicone Mold
    Small pot
    Measuring Set
    Nutrition
    Calories: 58kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 63mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 1mg
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine Japanese
    Keyword japanese dessert, japanese raindrop cake, raindrop cake, raindrop cake at home, raindrop cake recipe, raindrop jelly cake recipe, strawberry raindrop cake

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Michelle | Sift & Simmer

      July 14, 2020 at 4:21 pm

      5 stars
      Omygosh Christie, this raindrop cake is so pretty! I haven't tried it, but it was popular a few years ago at the Richmond Night Market -- but now I can make it at home! Thanks for the recipe!

      Reply
      • christieathome

        July 15, 2020 at 7:49 pm

        Thank you so much Michelle!! Yes! I remember it being popular a few years ago and I was like why don't I just bring it back! It's so fun and cool to look at!

        Reply
    2. Sherri

      July 14, 2020 at 8:13 pm

      5 stars
      All I can say is WOW! This is a stunner of a dessert! I absolutely love the simplicity and beauty of it. A perfect way to end almost any meal!

      Reply
      • christieathome

        July 15, 2020 at 7:48 pm

        Awww thanks so much Sherri! I had so much fun making this and it was fairly simple!

        Reply
    3. Rosemary

      July 15, 2020 at 11:57 am

      5 stars
      I always admired Japanese foods and dessert. Everything is soo delicate and beautiful! This is a good recipe to make for someone to feel extra special

      Reply
      • christieathome

        July 15, 2020 at 7:47 pm

        Thank you Rosemary! I know what you mean! The Japanese really know how to make their desserts totally aesthetic!

        Reply
    4. Leanne

      July 15, 2020 at 12:49 pm

      5 stars
      This would definitely impress guests! Love how light and refreshing it is! Another beautiful recipe Christie!

      Reply
      • christieathome

        July 15, 2020 at 7:44 pm

        Thanks so much Leanne! Very easy to make too!

        Reply
    5. Never Ending Journeys

      July 17, 2020 at 12:00 pm

      5 stars
      What a fun dessert idea! I really love how there's a piece of fruit in the middle of that cake, too... what a great idea!

      Reply
    6. Heidi | The Frugal Girls

      August 17, 2020 at 4:46 pm

      5 stars
      Christie, your strawberry raindrop cake looks like art. It's so beautiful!!

      Reply
    7. Jenny

      November 01, 2020 at 11:19 pm

      5 stars
      I love raindrop agAr. Have tried but fail. What type of agar powder you using. Thanks

      Reply
      • christieathome

        November 02, 2020 at 12:20 pm

        Sorry to hear that it didn't work out for you! I use the following Agar Agar Powder that I bought online (here's the link: https://amzn.to/34QiY52). I included some tips on ensuring how to get the raindrop cake right if you want to review them again. Hope they help!

        Reply

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