Sweet Rooibos Tea & Milk Jelly
by Jan Hendrik van der Westhuizen
from Klein Jan Cookbook
This dessert from Jan Hendrik van der Westhuizen is a stunning showcase of South African flavours and culinary finesse. Featured in his book Klein Jan, this layered dessert combines the earthy warmth of rooibos with the creamy delicacy of milk jelly, creating a masterpiece both nostalgic and innovative.
Introduction
Perfect for impressing guests or indulging in something special, this is a dish that celebrates heritage with every spoonful. Ready to make magic in your kitchen? Let’s get started!
Ingredients
Time: 5 hours + overnight for second setting
Makes: 3 x 500 ml bowls
For the rooibos tea jelly
For the milk jelly
For the rooibos jelly
Place the gelatine into a small bowl and cover with a little cold water.
Leave until set. Pour boiling water into a larger bowl and place the smaller bowl with the set gelatine into the hot water and leave until melted.
Pour the 500 ml boiling water and sugar into a bowl and add the tea bags.
Leave until you are happy with the strength of the tea. Also give it a taste to see if it is sweet enough for you. Adjust if needed. Add the melted gelatine and mix well. Divide between your three bowls. Place in the fridge for at least 4 hours to give it time to set.
For the milk jelly
Place the gelatine into a small bowl and cover with a little cold water.
Leave until set. Pour boiling water into a larger bowl and place the smaller bowl with the set gelatine into the hot water and leave until melted.
Mix the cornflour with 90 ml of the milk. Place the rest of the milk and sugar into a saucepan and place on medium heat. Keep stirring until the sugar has melted. Bring to the boil then add the cornflour mixture and mix well. Lower the heat and keep stirring until thickened. Take off the heat and stir in the melted gelatine. Leave to cool to room temperature. Pour on top of the set rooibos jelly and place overnight in the fridge until set.
