Japanese crystal candy recipe

The easiest and most yummiest candies I’ve ever made! To be honest it’s super easy and the hardest part is waiting for it to set.

Make your own Japanese Kohakutou at home with this easy recipe! This popular Japanese gummy candy takes just 5 ingredients to make, and is gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan. The secret ingredient? Agar-agar!

Not only can these delicious treats be enjoyed on their own, but they look great as a decoration on cakes, cupcakes and other desserts.

The easiest and most yummiest candies I’ve ever made! To be honest it’s super easy and the hardest part is waiting for it to set.

Kohakutou is a Japanese candy made from Agar Agar. The jelly is shaped into crystals and develops a crunchy outer crust but stays chewy inside

Inspired by the Japanese candy "Kohakutou," this gorgeous and sweet crystal candy tastes as good as it looks!

Kohakutou is a Japanese candy made from Agar Agar. The jelly is shaped into crystals and develops a crunchy outer crust but stays chewy inside

What is Kohakutou? Kohakutou, meaning

Firm jelly inside, crunchy shell outside. Kohakutou is a traditional Japanese confection (Wagashi). You just need only 4 ingredients!

This kohakutou recipe teaches you how to make popular Japanese crystal candies with agar agar powder, water, and sugar. You can also substitute water with juice, tea, coffee, or alcohol to make your homemade kohahutou candies colorful and flavorful.