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Sakura Blossom Snow Cream

Find the perfect spring dessert recipe for your next gathering or celebration with this enchanting Sakura Snow Cream.

πŸ•’ Prep: 10 minutes, Cook: 4 minutes, Total: 4-60 minutes
🍽 Servings: 4
πŸ”₯ Difficulty: Intermediate
🌎 Cuisine: Japanese

Allergens

None (vegetarian)

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups full
  • fat coconut milk
  • 1/4 cup glutinous rice flour
  • 3 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp sakura extract
  • Pink food coloring (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan, combine the coconut milk and rice flour. Whisk until smooth and lump free.
  2. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens to the consistency of pudding. This should take about 4 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat and whisk in the sugar and sakura extract until fully incorporated. If using, add a few drops of pink food coloring for an enchanting blush hue.
  4. Pour into individual serving dishes and chill until set, at least 4 hours or overnight.

Chef’s Insight

The delicate fragrance and subtle flavor of sakura truly elevate this simple dessert to an exquisite experience.

Notes

For best results, use full-fat coconut milk for a creamier texture.

Cultural or Historical Background

Sakura, or cherry blossoms, symbolize the transient beauty of life in Japanese culture.