Let's reimagine the Tanabata Night Two-layer Cake of Cheesecake and Grape Jelly with a casual, easy-to-follow approach, incorporating cake decoration tips for a festive touch. This recipe is perfect for celebrating the night with a beautifully crafted dessert that's both delicious and visually stunning.
Ingredients for the Cheesecake Layer:
- Cream Cheese: 200g
- Fresh Cream: 200ml
- Milk: 50ml
- Sugar: 3 tablespoons
- Lemon Juice: 1 teaspoon
- Gelatin: 5g
Ingredients for the Grape Jelly Layer:
- 100% Grape Juice: 150ml
- Shaved Ice Syrup (Blue Hawaii): 2 tablespoons
- Lemon Juice: 1/2 teaspoon
- Water: 100ml
- Gelatin: 5g
- Grapes (red globes): 8 pieces
- Alazan: Appropriate amount
Preparation Steps:
Cheesecake Layer:
1. Warm Up: Let the cream cheese come to room temperature or soften it in the microwave.
2. Mix Ingredients: In a bowl, mix cream cheese and sugar well with a whisk. Then, add fresh cream, lemon juice, and milk.
3. Soak Gelatin: Dissolve 5g of gelatin in 2 tablespoons of water.
4. Melt Gelatin: Heat the gelatin in the microwave for 20 seconds, then mix it into the cheesecake mixture. Pour this mixture into containers and let it cool in the refrigerator for about 1 hour.
Grape Jelly Layer:
1. Soak Gelatin: Dissolve 5g of gelatin in 2 tablespoons of water.
2. Mix Jelly Ingredients: In a bowl, mix grape juice, shaved ice syrup, lemon juice, and water. Heat this mixture in the microwave for 20 seconds.
3. Add Melted Gelatin: Mix the melted gelatin into the grape juice mixture.
4. Assemble the Layers: Spread the jelly mixture onto the hardened cheesecake layer, place the grapes on top, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
5. Decorate: Once the jelly has hardened, sprinkle with alazan for a festive touch.
Decoration Tips:
- Cake Decoration: Use Amazon to sprinkle on top of the grape jelly layer for a festive and colorful finish. You can also use edible glitter or shiny sprinkles for an extra sparkle.
- Garnish: Place a few grapes on top of the jelly layer for a natural touch.
- Serving: Serve the cake with a side of fresh fruit or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful dessert experience.
This recipe is not only delicious but also a fun way to celebrate Tanabata Night with a beautifully decorated cake. Enjoy your homemade cheesecake and grape jelly cake!