Easy Coffee Jelly Drink Recipe (Refreshing & Delicious)

If you love coffee and enjoy fun, refreshing drinks, this coffee jelly drink recipe is about to become your new favorite. It’s cool, lightly sweet, and has that satisfying jelly texture that makes every sip feel special.

This coffee jelly drink recipe is surprisingly easy to make at home with simple ingredients you probably already have. It’s perfect for warm afternoons, weekend treats, or when you want something different from your usual iced coffee.

Whether you serve it creamy, milky, or straight-up refreshing, this coffee jelly drink recipe always feels café-worthy—without the café price tag.

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Ingredients

• Water – 2 cups (480 ml)
• Instant coffee granules – 2 tablespoons (about 10 g)
• Sugar – 3 tablespoons (38 g), adjust to taste
• Unflavored gelatin powder – 1 tablespoon (9 g)

For serving (optional but recommended):

• Cold milk – 1 cup (240 ml)
• Sweetened condensed milk – 2–3 tablespoons (30–45 ml), to taste
• Ice cubes – as needed

Instructions

1. Heat the water
   Add 2 cups (480 ml) of water to a saucepan and heat it over medium heat until hot but not boiling.
2. Dissolve the coffee and sugar
   Add the instant coffee granules and sugar to the hot water. Stir well until completely dissolved and smooth.
3. Add the gelatin
   Sprinkle the unflavored gelatin powder over the coffee mixture. Whisk continuously for 1–2 minutes until the gelatin fully dissolves and no grains remain.
4. Set the coffee jelly
   Remove the saucepan from heat. Pour the mixture into a shallow dish or container. Let it cool slightly, then refrigerate for 2–3 hours until fully set.
5. Cut the jelly
   Once firm, cut the coffee jelly into small cubes using a knife.
6. Assemble the drink
   Fill a glass with ice cubes. Add a generous amount of coffee jelly cubes.
7. Add milk and sweetener
   Pour cold milk over the jelly and drizzle with sweetened condensed milk to taste. Stir gently and enjoy immediately.

Tip: For a lighter version, use chilled black coffee instead of milk.

Tips & Variations

• Adjust the sweetness: Taste the coffee mixture before setting the jelly and adjust the sugar to your preference.
• Use strong coffee: For a bolder flavor, add 1 extra teaspoon of instant coffee.
• Dairy-free option: Replace milk with almond milk, oat milk, or coconut milk for a plant-based coffee jelly drink recipe.
• Creamy café style: Add a splash of heavy cream (2 tablespoons / 30 ml) for a richer texture.
• Make ahead: Prepare the coffee jelly up to 3 days in advance and store it covered in the refrigerator.
• Flavor twist: Add ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (2.5 ml) to the coffee mixture for a subtle aroma.

Serving Ideas

• Serve this coffee jelly drink recipe in tall clear glasses to show off the beautiful jelly cubes.
• Pair it with light desserts like butter cookies, sponge cake, or biscotti for a café-style treat.
• Enjoy it as a refreshing afternoon pick-me-up on warm days.
• Serve it at brunch or casual gatherings as a fun alternative to iced coffee.
• Turn it into a dessert drink by topping it with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
• Offer different milk options (regular, almond, oat) so everyone can customize their drink.

FAQs

Recipe

Yield: 3 glasses

Coffee Jelly Drink Recipe

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This refreshing coffee jelly drink recipe combines smooth coffee jelly cubes with cold milk for a fun, café-style drink that’s easy to make at home.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes

Chill Time: 2 hours

Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes

Ingredients

• Water – 2 cups (480 ml)
• Instant coffee granules – 2 tablespoons (about 10 g)
• Sugar – 3 tablespoons (38 g), adjust to taste
• Unflavored gelatin powder – 1 tablespoon (9 g)

For serving:

• Cold milk – 1 cup (240 ml)
• Sweetened condensed milk – 2–3 tablespoons (30–45 ml), optional
• Ice cubes – as needed

Instructions

1. Heat 2 cups (480 ml) of water in a saucepan over medium heat until hot but not boiling.
   
2. Add instant coffee and sugar. Stir until fully dissolved.
   
3. Sprinkle the gelatin powder into the hot coffee mixture. Whisk continuously until completely dissolved.
   
4. Remove from heat and pour into a shallow dish. Let it cool slightly.
   
5. Refrigerate for 2–3 hours until fully set.
   
6. Cut the coffee jelly into small cubes.
   
7. Fill a glass with ice cubes and add coffee jelly cubes.
   
8. Pour cold milk over the jelly and sweeten with condensed milk if desired. Stir gently and serve.

Notes

Adjust sweetness before setting the jelly for best results.

Use strong coffee for a more intense flavor.

Assemble the drink just before serving for the best texture.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 3 Serving Size: 1 glass
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 140Total Fat: 4gCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 4g

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients used.

This coffee jelly drink recipe is one of those simple treats that feels a little special every time you make it. It’s refreshing, lightly sweet, and perfect when you want coffee in a fun, cool way—especially on warm days.

I hope you try this coffee jelly drink recipe at home and make it your own with different milk options or sweetness levels. Don’t forget to save it on Pinterest so you can come back to it anytime, and feel free to share it with fellow coffee lovers.

If you make it, I’d love to hear how it turned out—leave a comment and tell me your favorite twist on this drink ☕💬💕